Preparatory Programmes Coordinator

Salary: Grade 6- 44110
London Kings Cross
Preparatory Programmes Coordinator

Preparatory Programmes Coordinator

Location:London (Hybrid) Hours:Full Time (35 per week)
Closing Date:9th March 2026
Apply: Institute of Ismaili Studies isseekinga motivated and adaptable Preparatory Programmes Coordinator to join the Preparatory Programmes and Academic Skills Team within the Department of Education.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone passionate about supporting international students in achieving their educational goals. The role focuses on coordinating and teaching on online preparatory programmes that build the academic and linguistic skills of prospective graduate students particularly from the Middle East and Central and South Asia. The position involves programme coordination curriculum development teaching and collaboration with international partners with occasional overseas travelrequired.

Whatyoulldo:

• Coordinate online postgraduate preparatory programmes across priority countries including Afghanistan Iran Russia and Syria
  Design deliver and enhance curricula teaching materials and assessments to prepare students for postgraduate study in the UK
  Train and coordinate a distributed team of paid and volunteer teachers supporting online programmes
  Support inter-institutional training and develop relationships with external academic partners
  Manage Moodle and other digital learning platforms to enhance teaching quality and student engagement
  Contribute to student recruitment admissions processes and academic support activities including advising and research supervision support

What you bring:

• Masters degree and CELTA/TESOL (or equivalent TEFL qualification)
  Experience teaching English for Academic Purposes (EAP) or academic skills in higher education to students whose first language is not English
  Programme coordination experience within academic or international education settings
  Strong knowledge of online learning tools such as Moodle Zoom Padlet and similar platforms
  Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage complex programmes and competing priorities
  Strong written and verbal academic English and the ability to work collaboratively across diverse international contexts

Why IIS

Join a respected academic institution with a global outlook and rich heritage. We offer:
Up to 3x salary life assurance
BUPA health insurance
10% non-contributory pension
Hybrid working and flexible arrangements
Opportunities for international collaboration and professional development

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Deadline:9th March 2026
We may close this role early if the right candidate is found