University of Worcester

Programme Manager (Nursing)

The closing date is 14 January 2026

Job summary

To be considered for this role you must apply through our website: https://jobs.worcester.ac.uk/SN2512

Alternatively, click the "Apply directly" link under the supporting links section, which will also take you to the website.

The University of Worcester is seeking an enthusiastic and highly organisedProgramme Managerto join ourSchool of Nursing and Midwifery. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in enhancing student experience and supporting student retention and progression within our nursing programmes.

As Programme Manager (Nursing), you will act as a central point of contact for staff and students on matters relating to retention and progression. Working with course leaders and professional administrative services colleagues, you will monitor student engagement, identify those at risk of disengagement, and coordinate appropriate support interventions. Working closely with academic colleagues, placement teams, and student services, you will ensure effective communication and planning for students who take temporary withdrawal or require additional support.

Main duties of the job

You will also contribute to induction planning, course handbook updates, and the deployment of Associate Lecturers, ensuring smooth operational delivery across the department. Attendance at Boards of Examiners and Practice Panels will form part of your responsibilities.

We are looking for someone with excellent organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively across teams. Experience in higher education administration or student support would be advantageous, alongside strong communication skills and a commitment to equality, diversity, and sustainability. This is an exciting and varied role which requires a positive approach, initiative, excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt and prioritise workload effectively. The successful candidate will be a keen problem-solver with strong digital capabilities and demonstrate a willingness to embrace positive change, promote consistency and share best practice.

About us

Whats in it for you?

At the University of Worcester, we pride ourselves on our inclusive and supportive environment. You will have access to professional development opportunities and be part of a team dedicated to improving student experience and outcomes.

Annual incremental increase up to £37,174 with the opportunity to progress to £40,497 subject to performance and the university reward scheme
Up to 36 days of leave per year (inclusive of bank holidays and University closure days) rising to 41 total days after 5 years continuous service
Access to a range of benefits including our Staff Retail Benefits Scheme
Wellbeing advice and support through our Employee Assistance Programme
In-house training and development support
A friendly, inclusive and supportive culture and work environment

Date posted

24 November 2025

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£30,805 to £37,174 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

N0012-25-0042

Job locations

Campus

St Johns

Worcester

Worcestershire

WR2 6AJ

Job description

Job responsibilities

1. Be a key point of contact for retention and progression related queries for both staff and students.

2. Working with the retention administrator, regularly review each individual students activity via the data on relevant systems, including relevant Bi dashboards, attendance records and student interaction with the Virtual Learning Environment to identify students at risk of disengagement as indicated by a reduction in activity levels.

3. Determine if the student requires additional support to enable progression / retention and, where appropriate, refer to the Personal Academic Tutor / Course leader and / or relevant student services for that support.

4. Working with the retention administrator, manage students who take temporary withdrawal from the programme, withdraw from the programme or who take maternity / paternity leave during the programme, ensuring consistency and effective communication with students and across departments, and where appropriate, draw up a clear plan for the student to return and communicate it effectively.

5. Liaise with PATs and Course leader to ensure timely referral to Occupational Health services for students requiring health assessment, and ensure appropriate recommendations are actioned.

6. Monitor retention trends across the Department (including withdrawals, temporary withdrawals and fails / non-submissions) in relation to protected characteristics, demographic characteristics, or other variables.

7. Collaborate with the Placement Support Team to facilitate the allocation of practice placements for students returning to the programme after temporary withdrawal or other significant delays.

8. Attend the Board of Examiners (progression / award board) and Practice Panels to advise on student progression (and temporary / permanent withdrawal where necessary).

9. Plan the induction programme for each year of study in collaboration with the Course Leader and wider course team.

10. Review and update the course handbook annually with the Course Leader.

11. In collaboration with Head of Department manage the deployment of Associate Lecturers, acting as the point of contact between academic staff and Associate Lecturers, ensuring timely requests are actioned and, in liaison with the Project and Finance Administrator ensure timely payment processes are achieved.

12. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job; participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff in their development and training.

13. Take steps to ensure and enhance personal health, safety, and well-being and that of other staff and students.

14. Carry out these duties in a manner that promotes equality of opportunity and supports diversity and inclusion and takes into account the University's commitment to environmentally sustainable ways of working.

*The above does not represent an exhaustive list of duties associated with this role.