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Grade and Salary: Grade 9 - £58,225 to £69,488 FTE and working pattern: Full Time (1FTE), Open ended Location: This role can be based on our Edinburgh or Dubai campuses – minimum 3 days per week on campus, up to 2 days per week home working About our School/Directorate and Team :Heriot-Watt University has a proud 25-year legacy of delivering world-class online and distance learning. Today, over 7,000 students from 160 countries study with through our Online Campus - making up more than 25% of our total student body. We are now entering an ambitious phase of investment and growth for Heriot-Watt Online, with a bold 10-year strategy to expand our reach and impact. In a world where the nature of work is evolving rapidly, we are committed to delivering flexible, accessible and career-focused education at scale - empowering individuals and organisations to thrive in times of transformation. The Head of Student Success and Experience will be a key leader in realising this vision. Joining a dynamic and collaborative team, this role will shape and execute strategies that drive sustainable growth, harness our global reputation and position Heriot-Watt as a leader in digital education worldwide. This role can be based on our Edinburgh or Dubai campuses – minimum 3 days per week on campus, up to 2 days per week home working. Purpose of Role The Head of Student Success and Experience (Heriot-Watt Online) will set the vision, strategy, and execution plan for the Online Campus student success and experience function, ensuring a best-in-class experience that enhances student engagement, retention, and progression, and positions Heriot-Watt as a leader in flexible, global learning. You will lead, expand, and oversee the Student Success team dedicated to Online students, Graduate Apprentices and Corporate Partners, driving initiatives that directly contribute to higher retention, completion, and graduation rates, as well as improved student satisfaction, community and belonging. This senior leadership role demands expert knowledge of global best practices in online student retention, pastoral care and success. You will play a critical role in shaping the future of the online campus student experience, ensuring we meet the evolving needs of learners, employers, and partners worldwide. You will play an important role in representing the voice of our learners, putting the student at the heart of our decision making. Main duties include, but are not limited to - Key Responsibilities Strategic leadership • Develop and execute a student success strategy, aligned with the Online Campus objectives., • Drive initiatives to enhance student satisfaction, retention, and progression across all programmes and portfolios., • Establish KPIs for student success, measuring and improving student outcomes through data-driven decision-making., • Contribute to annual student number planning and financial planning, updating forecasting based on data insights, • Advocate for student experience excellence within the Online Campus Leadership Team and across Heriot-Watt University. Student experience, engagement & retention • Lead the Student Success team, ensuring learners receive high-quality support at scale., • Create and oversee a proactive, data-informed student support model, ensuring effective interventions that drive engagement and retention., • Develop and implement strategies for onboarding, induction, and digital skills development for learners., • Develop a community-building strategy and champion initiatives that foster belonging, peer-to-peer engagement, and student-led networks., • Collaborate with marketing, academic, and operational teams to enhance student communications and engagement touchpoints. Operations and continuous improvement • Own and refine key student success processes, from enrolment through to graduation, ensuring seamless coordination across teams (e.g. academic, technical, operations, finance, etc.)., • Develop a strong, collaborative working relationship with the Head of Marketing and Recruitment (Online Campus) and Head of Registry (Online Campus), jointly reviewing and optimizing the end-to-end student lifecycle processes to ensure a consistent, efficient and seamless student experience, ensuring excellent student experience and retention., • Work with the Head of Off-Campus Students to ensure complaint management and escalation pathways support positive student experiences and timely resolution., • Use data analytics to monitor student engagement patterns, identifying and addressing potential risk factors for retention., • Drive continuous improvement in student support interventions, faculty-student interactions, and pastoral care models., • Contribute to and hold an awareness of student policies related to assessment, curriculum, progression and student support, ensuring students are given accurate, up to date guidance., • Use CRM and student records tools, as well as the VLE and other platforms, to monitor and enhance student engagement and communications. CRM and systems • Establish ownership and manage the ideal Student Success tech-stack (CRM, SRS, emailing platform, etc.) to ensure the scale and quality of the student success offering., • Draw up business cases and get buy-in for systems and tech developments or enhancements needed to deliver on Student Success initiatives and KPIs., • Ensure the team are properly trained in the use of relevant systems and platforms., • Draw up process documentation and monitor use of relevant systems and platforms to ensure correct and optimal use., • Work in partnership with the Head of Registry (Online Campus) to ensure CRM, student records and other systems align with academic operations requirements. Teamwork and collaboration • Work closely with Recruitment, Marketing, Digital Education and Registry & Academic Services (RAS) teams to align student success efforts with strategies aimed at improving student recruitment and learning experiences., • Ensure alignment between Student Recruitment, Registry & Academic Services (RAS) and Student Success processes, including onboarding, enrolment, progression and graduation work flows., • Provide insights into student behaviour and success metrics to inform marketing, programme design and institutional strategy., • Support key institutional initiatives, including B2B/Employer partnerships and scholarship programmes., • Lead the approach to tracking and reporting on student progression and satisfaction metrics. People management and team leadership • Recruit, develop, and lead a high-performing Student Success team, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and resources to support students effectively., • Foster a student-first culture and ensure best practices in online student support are continuously adopted., • Set and manage the Student Success budget, optimising resources while achieving strategic objectives. Key Skills & Experience Essential • Knowledge of best practices in student lifecycle and experience management., • Knowledge of or experience in a higher education setting, preferably in an online learning environment., • Proven ability to drive measurable improvements in student retention, engagement, belonging and satisfaction., • Expertise in data-driven decision-making, using data to inform decision-making., • Strong team leadership experience, with a track record of managing and growing successful teams., • Demonstrated success in cross-functional collaboration, working with academic, operational, and marketing teams to enhance student outcomes., • Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, problem-solving and influencing skills., • Demonstrable experience of managing resources, workloads and changing priorities for self and others., • Demonstrable ability to work within a fast-changing environment., • Project management skills including resource management, project reporting and budgeting. Desirable • Demonstrable experience of leading and managing change., • Track record of achieving results in a high growth environment with a commercial focus., • Experience with CRM tools and student success platforms to monitor and enhance student engagement., • Understanding of global online education trends and the challenges facing diverse, international student populations., • Familiarity with B2B student engagement and employer-sponsored learning models.

Head of Finance, George Watson’s College Location – Edinburgh Salary – £70,000 - £80,000 per annum Are you an experienced finance professional looking for a senior, hands-on role within a values-led organisation? George Watson’s College is seeking a highly capable Head of Finance to take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership of the school’s finance function, ensuring robust financial control, high-quality reporting and strong governance across a large and complex organisation. Watson’s operates at significant scale, with substantial income streams, complex cost bases and a charitable governance framework. The Head of Finance will play a critical role in maintaining financial integrity, strengthening systems and processes, and supporting informed decision making across the school. Working closely with the Chief Finance and Operations Officer, you will lead on financial control, statutory and management reporting, budgeting, forecasting, audit and compliance. You will also oversee the effective operation of core finance processes, ensuring accuracy, transparency and continuous improvement. We are looking for someone with strong technical expertise, sound judgement and a meticulous approach, who is equally comfortable working collaboratively with non finance colleagues. You may come from outside the education sector; what matters most is your ability to bring rigour, professionalism and pace to a demanding but rewarding environment. This is an excellent opportunity to join one of Scotland’s leading independent schools at a key point in its journey, in a role that is both challenging and highly valued. In return, you will be part of a supportive, values-driven community with a clear sense of purpose and ambition. To apply for the post, please send a tailored CV and covering letter by Midnight on Tuesday 02 June. The covering letter should be no more than two pages of A4 and should summarise your relevant experience, technical strengths and motivation for applying.

Vacancy Information Days of Work: Monday - Friday To start 10th August 2026. \n Applications are welcome from current probationers pending attainment of full registration with the GTCS. \n East Lothian Council seek to appoint a positive, resilient, and inclusive individual for the position of Class Teacher of Home Economics at Rosehill High School, Wallyford Learning Campus. Our school has rapidly expanded since opening in 2023 and, for session 26-27, we expect around 700 pupils in S1-S6. \n Our secondary learning facility is designed to support creative approaches to pedagogy, with a range of adaptive teaching spaces. Alongside up to date and digitally enabled classrooms, there is a STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Mathematics) plaza, a Learning Resource Centre, extensive facilities to support the arts, and a state of the art sport and leisure complex. Learning and teaching on the campus go beyond the traditional classroom and encompass outdoor learning and learning for sustainability. \n The campus also includes a number of community and health spaces to support collaboration between a range of professionals and sectors. \n The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate that they can: \n • Deliver consistently high quality learning, teaching and assessment through inclusive pedagogical approaches based on positive relationships. \n • Work collaboratively with colleagues to drive forward school improvement with an evidence-based mindset and an awareness of educational theory and research. \n • Exhibit the interpersonal skills required to play a full part in safeguarding and nurturing young people, offering the right balance of challenge and support for them to thrive. \n This post in within our Health and Wellbeing Faculty. \n The successful candidate will be at the forefront of a growing school community and have the opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people’s lives. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of a brand new place of learning, in which everyone can thrive. \n You can find out more about our school by visiting our website https://sites.google.com/edubuzz.org/rosehill-high-school/home Job Details Teaching relevant subject through S1-S6. \n Subject to the policies of the school and the education authority the duties of teachers, promoted and unpromoted, are to perform such tasks as the Head Teacher shall direct having reasonable regard to overall teacher workload related to the following categories- \n Teaching assigned classes together with associated preparation and correction Developing the school curriculum Assessing, recording and reporting on the work of pupils Preparing pupils for examinations and assisting with their administration Providing advice and guidance to pupils on issues related to their education Promoting and safeguarding the health, welfare and safety of pupils Working in partnership with parents, support staff and other professionals Undertaking appropriate and agreed continuing professional development Participating in issues related to school planning, raising achievement and individual review Contributing towards good order and the wider needs of the school \n Please download the Job Outline/Person Specification (available under 'Job Attachments') for the full range of tasks and duties associated with this job. You will need to refer to these in order to complete the application form. You must ensure you meet every 'essential' criteria stated on the Person Specification to be considered for interview. \n The ‘East Lothian Way’– values and behaviours we expect our employees to demonstrate in their everyday work. Should you be invited to interview, you may be asked questions based on these behaviours. Please refer to the document via the link to familiarise yourself with them. Job Requirements Relevant Qualifications Registered with GTCS as a teacher of relevant subject Permanent Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) Temporary Posts: GTCS Full registration (General) / Provisional registration \n PVG Membership This post is considered as a Regulated Role with vulnerable children and/or protected adults, as specified in the Disclosure (Scotland) Act 2020. \n All preferred candidates for posts carrying out regulated work with these groups will be required to become a PVG Scheme member, or undergo a PVG Scheme update if they are already a member, prior to any formal offer of employment being made by East Lothian Council. \n Please note: PVG member’s records are constantly updated with any new vetting information that arises. Any information that is disclosed on a PVG membership or update check, if relevant to the post being applied for, will be discussed with the applicant and investigated prior to any formal offer being made. \n Please note: If you have spent more than 3 months working or living out with the UK in the last 5 years then you will be required to present a copy of an overseas criminal record check. Details of how to apply and contact details can be found on the GOV.UK website. Additional Information For additional East Lothian Council employment information please click on the following link: www.eastlothian.gov.uk/teachinginfo \n Please Note - Pay arrangements for those starting after 1st day of school session In accordance with Teachers Conditions of Service (SNCT - Appendix 2.19), Teachers who commence employment with East Lothian Council after the first day of the school session will have their salary for the remainder of the school salary year (which runs from 1 August to 31 July each year), recalculated to reflect how teachers accrue leave and pay. \n In these circumstances, a calculation will be carried out upon commencement of employment and leave and pay will be adjusted. Further information will be provided to the successful candidate should this be applicable. \n East Lothian Council Secondary Schools Further details on all East Lothian Council Secondary Schools, including individual school websites can be found here: Secondary Schools \n If you have any difficulties creating an account on MyJobScotland or applying for this post please contact the MyJobScotland support team via this link https://www.myjobscotland.gov.uk/contact-us. \n If you require further information about this vacancy, please call 01620 827868, or email us on recruitment@eastlothian.gov.uk \n Please note: We do not accept CV's (either electronically or by mail). All our vacancies must be applied for by fully completing the on-line application form. Although there is an ‘import data from my CV’ function on MyJobScotland, this only imports very limited data and should not be relied upon to complete the application form. If, for example, due to a disability, you are unable to complete the on-line application form you can contact us for a paper application via the telephone number or email address above.

Permanent, Part time: 15 - 20 hours per week. Can be worked over 5 days or 9 days per fortnight This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop their career within public procurement in a best‑in‑class organisation with strong pathways for professional growth. The role is well‑suited either to applicants with existing procurement experience who are ready to take the next step, or to fast‑learners with a background in general administration or financial administration who are keen to begin a career in procurement. Reporting to the Head of Strategic Procurement within the University, the role holder will work for APUC but be based within Edinburgh Napier University, covering the relevant supporting activities including systems management and reporting are completed in line with institutional and statutory needs. Edinburgh Napier University is a fast-paced, exciting environment with a tendering pipeline covering Estates, ICT, Professional Services and more. Procurement is well-regarded within the University – APUC have provided a shared service here since around 2015. Edinburgh Napier University is proud to be the #1 modern university in Scotland (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2025) and the leading university in Edinburgh for student satisfaction for five years in a row (National Student Survey 2020–2024). They are also recognised as the top Scottish modern university for research power and impact (Research Excellence Framework 2021). They pride themselves on being the home of difference makers—an enterprising and innovative community, renowned internationally, with an unrivalled student learning experience. With more than 250 undergraduate and postgraduate courses and nearly 20,000 students from over 145 countries studying on campus in Edinburgh, online and at partner universities worldwide, they deliver meaningful, difference-making education and research for a rapidly changing world. Skills & Knowledge • High level attention to detail in all aspects of work;, • Ability to organise, adapt, prioritise own workload and to meet strict deadlines;, • Excellent communication skills;, • Collaborative teamworking approach;, • Effective and highly responsive customer management skills;, • Ability to identify and resolve problems;, • An interest in/willingness to develop expertise in Scottish/UK procurement legislation as it relates to the HE/FE sector, • CIPS Level 4 Diploma (or willing to work towards) Experience • Experience of meeting demanding targets and deadlines on a day to day basis, • Experience of data analysis using spreadsheets and production of management reports, • Proficient in use of MS Office applications About APUC Advanced Procurement for Universities and Colleges (APUC)is the Centre of Procurement Expertise for, and owned jointly by, all of Scotland's Universities and Colleges. With collaboration, responsibility, and integrity at the heart of what we do, we're all about helping our member institutions achieve their objectives, whether you are putting together Framework Agreements, reducing the sector’s carbon emissions or working directly in one of our client institutions. Joining APUC means joining a community of peers, and getting the chance to get together often and having network opportunities throughout the year. Peer support and collaboration is integral to who we are at APUC. We currently employ around 90 people, most of whom are based within Colleges and Universities but with some based in our regional offices in Stirling (HQ), Glasgow and Edinburgh. All of our roles offer: • Generous annual leave entitlement (equivalent of 40 x 7 hour days) pro rated for part time hours, • 9‑day fortnight or a 4.5‑day week (full time), • Closed for the festive period (between Christmas and New Year) and Good Friday and Easter Monday every year, • Hybrid working, • Flexible working patterns, • Pension scheme with employer contributions & Group Life Assurance, • Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) & Mental health and wellbeing support, • Family‑friendly policies (maternity, paternity, adoption, shared parental leave), • Comprehensive induction programme, • Access to professional development, training and support for qualifications, • Leadership and management development programmes, • Regular performance and development reviews, • All staff team building and development days, • Cycle to Work Scheme & Smart Tech Scheme, • Staff discount schemes (e.g., retail, gym, lifestyle), • Monthly allowance for BYOD, • Long service awards (10, 15 and 20 years) How to Apply Please send your CV and cover letter by 19 June 2026, noting your current salary level and notice period.

Location: Sighthill Campus, Edinburgh Grade: Grade 6 Reports to: Head of People Partnering Are you a strategic HR professional who thrives in complex environments and enjoys partnering with senior leaders to shape people strategy and organisational change? Were looking for a People Partner to join our team at Edinburgh Napier University and play a key role in delivering impactful, insight-led people solutions across Schools and Professional Services. About the Role As a People Partner, youll work closely with Deans, Directors and senior leaders, acting as a trusted adviser and critical friend. Youll bring strong people insight to support workforce planning, organisational design and complex decision-making, helping leaders navigate change and deliver their strategic priorities. Operating in a diverse and evolving Higher Education environment, youll balance strategic input with hands-on delivery, managing multiple priorities while building strong, credible relationships across the University. What Youll Do • Partner with senior leaders to deliver strategic people priorities across your areas, • Act as a trusted adviser, providing expert guidance on complex people challenges and organisational change, • Lead workforce planning, organisational design and people impact assessments, • Use data and ...

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