Student Progression Advisor

The role of Student Progression Advisor/Administrator is a key student facing role within the Student Experience Team. You will have the opportunity daily to make a difference to the lives of our students. You will ensure they can fully reach their potential by removing the barriers that affect their ability to engage in all aspects of university life.

You will work closely with academic and other key school staff in providing pro – active and targeted support interventions for improving retention and progression.

A key function of the role is to ensure that students are effectively accessing the pastoral and support services provided by the School and Student Experience and Support services.

So, what will the role involve?

• Working as part of a team to deliver an outstanding student experience and high levels of student satisfaction.
• Working in collaboration with academic colleagues in order to ensure that necessary pastoral support activities are targeted appropriately within the school.
• Providing advice and guidance to students which directs and connects them to, relevant support services from both internal and external providers.
• Using key student data and colleague referrals to inform and deliver student intervention strategies.
• Proactively engaging with students who require short and long term intervention and maintaining a highly active student facing presence within the school.
• Supporting and delivering activities tailored to the school’s specific needs and priorities that identify and investigate student non- engagement.

A bit about The School of Arts, Media and Creative Technologies

We are one of the leading centres for practice-based education in the creative disciplines within the north-west. We pride ourselves on the specialist programmes we offer which benefit from close relationships with industry. A hub of creativity and innovation, our programmes encompass music, dance, design, media, English and performing arts.

Our Arts, Media and Communications Centre delivers research into and across arts, humanities and social sciences. Our research anticipates and supports the needs of our media industry neighbours, such as ITV, BBC and Dock 10, developing high impact technologies.

Our £50million new Adelphi building is home to the next generation of forward-thinking artists, designers, performers, educators, fashion icons, pop-stars, dancers and musicians.

We have a dedicated campus at the heart of MediaCity, one of the country's leading digital and media hubs.

We are proud to be a School that nurtures creativity, values talent, and provides a collaborative space in which our colleagues, students and partners can thrive.

What’s in it for you? 

Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme

Generous annual leave - plus the option to buy additional holiday days 

Flexible working - we support a culture of both flexible and agile working, to help you find the right balance (Subject to Business Requirements)

Professional development - a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential

Our community – there’s a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives

The perks! MySalford, our online employee portal, offers a wide range of lifestyle benefits and discounts

Wellbeing support –dedicated services and facilities to support your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling to sports and fitness facilities.