Academic Support Officer
* Location: Leamington Spa
* Contract Type: Part-Time 0.5FTE
* Salary: Up to £24,857 pro rata (depending on experience)
* Closing Date: Wednesday, 27th May 2026
About Us
AD Education UK is a growing network of leading creative education institutes in the UK, with a portfolio that includes The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) and SAE Institute UK. It was founded in 1976 and operates across more than 28 countries, delivering industry-focused creative education to over 40,000 students.
SAE Institute UK and ICMP offer a range of creative media degrees covering Audio, Content Creation & Online Marketing, Film, Game Art Animation, Games Programming, Music Business, Visual Effects and Web Development.
About the Role
The Academic Support Officer plays a key, visible part in ensuring a quality student experience and academic support on the SAE campuses. The role is a campus lead for providing additional student learning and academic support throughout their academic journey, from induction through to graduation, paying close attention to their transition into, through and out of study at ICMP/SAE.
* Ensure successful progression, retention, qualification completion and engagement.
* Encourage students to be independent, successful learners and become future‑ready by providing advice and guidance that builds resilience.
* Balance the demands of study, lifestyle and other commitments.
* Meet students individually or in groups through appointments, drop‑in sessions and workshops.
* Underpin the delivery of student support plans.
* Work closely with faculty to determine appropriate strategies that ensure improved student learning and outcomes.
Why Join Us?
This role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in students lives, working alongside a passionate team in a supportive environment.
Benefits
* Employee Assistance Programme
* Auto‑Enrolment Pension Scheme with Royal London Pension
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Enhanced Maternity and Adoption Pay
* Enhanced Paternity Pay
* Occupational Sick Pay
* Healthcare Cash Plan
* Employee Assistance Programme (Legal & General)
* Group Income Protection (Legal & General)
* Life Assurance (Legal & General)
* Season Ticket Loans
* Ride to Work Scheme
* Staff Discounts – Short Courses 2025‑2026
* 50% off ICMP courses
Note: ADE is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. ADE is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Successful candidates will be required to obtain a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure.
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