The College Manager is responsible for the effective day-to-day management and strategic coordination of the college’s administrative, operational, and support functions. Working closely with senior leadership, academic staff, and external stakeholders, the College Manager ensures that the college operates efficiently, complies with regulatory requirements, and delivers a high-quality experience for students and staff.

Leadership & Administration

The College Manager oversees the daily administrative and operational activities of the college, supports the Principal/Dean in delivering strategic and operational plans, leads and develops administrative and support staff, and prepares reports and performance updates for senior management.

Operations & Facilities Management

The role ensures the smooth operation of campus facilities, timetables, and resources, oversees health, safety, and safeguarding practices, manages relationships with external service providers, and coordinates maintenance, security, and effective use of space.

Finance & Resources

The College Manager supports budget planning and monitoring, authorizes expenditure in line with policies, and identifies opportunities to improve efficiency and optimize the use of financial and physical resources.

Student & Academic Support

The role supports systems that enhance the student experience, welfare, and retention, coordinates administrative support for academic programs and examinations, and ensures accurate student records in line with data protection requirements.

Compliance & Governance

The College Manager ensures compliance with relevant education regulations, accreditation standards, and internal policies, supports audits and quality assurance processes, and maintains policies, procedures, and risk registers.

Growth, Strategy & Development

The role contributes to the development and delivery of growth strategies, identifies opportunities for student recruitment, program expansion, and partnerships, supports marketing and admissions activity, analyzes performance data, and leads or supports change initiatives aligned with institutional goals.

Communication & Stakeholder Engagement

The College Manager acts as a key link between management, staff, students, and external partners, supports effective internal communication, and represents the college in meetings with external agencies and stakeholders.