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Teaching Manager

Academic-related

22 April 2026

Location

Cambridge

University of Cambridge

Type

Staff / Administration

Salary

£35,608-£46,049

Required Qualifications

First line management experience
Co-ordinate diverse workload
Excellent interpersonal skills
Higher education administration
Microsoft Office proficiency
Strong organizational abilities
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Teaching Manager

Teaching Manager

Come and join our growing professional services team at the Department of Pathology

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced and skilled individual to join the team as our Teaching Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading an expanded team whose focus is on the delivery of high-quality support for all aspects of Teaching within our large and busy Department. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive environment where the professional services team are valued and developed.

As the Teaching Manager, you will play a pivotal role in our department. We are seeking applicants ideally with previous experience in teaching coordination roles, with excellent Microsoft Office skills, exceptional organizational abilities, and strong communication capabilities combined with good analytical skills, and reporting proficiency.

Working closely with the Department's Deputy Head of Department (Teaching) and General Manager (Departmental Administrator) ensuring policy translates into procedure, embedding administrative best practice in all areas, and supporting the department in responding to any change as it occurs. The role holder is expected to proactively line manage the Teaching team and the day-to-day activity of the office. They will have responsibility for the development of working practices, and for the development of individuals and the quality of the work that is delivered.

You will have:

  • Experience of first line management, ideally management of a small administrative team.
  • The ability to successfully co-ordinate a diverse and busy workload, and to plan and organise your own work whilst directing the work of others.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, along with the ability to build and maintain co-operative relationships at all levels.
  • The ability to thrive in a team environment and possess the skills needed to interact with a range of professional service staff, administrators, academics and postgraduate and undergraduate students (both current and prospective).
  • Experience of higher education administration.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a health assessment.

Click the 'Apply' button below to register an account with our recruitment system (if you have not already) and apply online.

If you are interested in knowing more about this opportunity, we strongly encourage you to contact Fiona Craig now for further information: fcc21@cam.ac.uk

Please quote reference PK49217 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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Key information

Department/location

Department of Pathology

Salary

£35,608-£46,049

Reference

PK49217

Category

Academic-related

Date published

1 April 2026

Closing date

22 April 2026

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Frequently Asked Questions

🎓What qualifications are required for the Teaching Manager role?

The role requires experience in first line management, ideally of a small administrative team, along with higher education administration background. Key skills include coordinating diverse workloads, excellent Microsoft Office skills, organizational abilities, communication, and analytical reporting. Thrive in team environments interacting with academics and students. Explore administration jobs for similar roles.

💼What are the main responsibilities of the Teaching Manager?

Lead and line manage the Teaching team, develop working practices, ensure policy translates to procedure, embed administrative best practices, and support departmental changes. Work closely with Deputy Head of Department (Teaching) and General Manager. Focus on high-quality support for all teaching aspects. See higher ed admin jobs for related opportunities.

📅What is the salary and application process?

Salary range is £35,608-£46,049. Apply online via the recruitment system, quoting reference PK49217. Register an account if needed and contact Fiona Craig at fcc21@cam.ac.uk for details. Closing date: 22 April 2026. Health assessment post-offer. Check higher ed career advice for tips.

🌍Is visa sponsorship available for this position?

No visa sponsorship is mentioned. The University requires all employees to be eligible to live and work in the UK. Ensure you meet right-to-work criteria before applying. Visit university jobs for UK-based roles.

🤝What environment and support does the role offer?

Join a growing professional services team in an inclusive and supportive environment at the Department of Pathology. Focus on team development, quality work delivery, and value for professional services staff. Interact with academics, students, and administrators. Learn more via higher ed jobs and further particulars PDF.

📧Who should contact for more information?

Contact Fiona Craig at fcc21@cam.ac.uk for further details on this Teaching Manager opportunity. Quote reference PK49217 in correspondence.
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