Job Description
Job Title: Academic Coordinator
Department: Academic
Reports to: Programme Lead
Location: London Academy for Applied Technology, Aldgate
Contract Type: Full-Time/Permanent
The London Academy for Applied Technology (LAAT) is a dynamic and rapidly growing
higher education institution delivering undergraduate programmes in Business, in
partnership with Plymouth Marjon University. LAAT is committed to widening
participation and delivering an outstanding student experience underpinned by high
quality teaching and robust governance.
Job Purpose
As LAAT progresses, we are seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Academic
Coordinator to join our growing team. This pivotal role bridges strategic academic
planning and on-the-ground delivery, ensuring that our programmes are run smoothly,
resources are well-managed, and both staff and students receive excellent support.
Reporting directly to the Programme Lead/Assistant Program Leads, you’ll work
closely with module leads, level leads, cohort leads and faculty to coordinate a range of
academic operations across our vibrant portfolio.
RequirementsKey Responsibilities
• Academic Operations Management: Oversee the day-to-day delivery of multiple
programmes, coordinate class schedules, organise induction activities, and ensure
all teaching resources (lecture rooms, software, library lists) are in place before
term starts.
• Resource Allocation & Materials: Manage the setup and distribution of teaching
and assessment materials, maintaining up-to-date content on the Learning
Management System (LMS) and shared drives.
• Monitoring Teaching & Assessment: Track teaching progress and assignment
schedules, producing reports that flag any issues (like grading delays or class
cancellations) and recommend solutions.
• Faculty Coordination & Support: Help onboard new lecturers, maintain schedules
and contact lists, facilitate regular faculty meetings, and support professional
development initiatives for staff.
• Student Support & Engagement: Act as a point of contact for student academic
enquiries, monitor engagement metrics such as attendance and LMS activity, and
coordinate follow-up interventions to support success and retention.
• Quality Assurance & Compliance: Implement academic policies on assessment,
feedback, and integrity; maintain programme checklists and prepare materials for
audits or external reviews.
• Administrative Records: Maintain precise academic records, from enrolments and
progress data to monthly dashboard reports that inform leadership decisions.
• LMS Management: Oversee the configuration and upkeep of the LMS, enrol users,
upload content, run audits, and provide guidance to staff and students to ensure
seamless digital learning.
Required Skills & Experience
• Proven experience in academic administration or coordination, ideally within a UK
higher education context.
• Strong working knowledge of learning management systems (e.g., Moodle) and
student information systems.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities; able to keep complex processes
running smoothly across multiple programmes.
• Clear, confident communicator who can liaise effectively with faculty, students,
and external partners.
• A proactive problem-solver with a collaborative, can-do attitude.
Professional Development & Growth
• Ongoing opportunities for CPD including workshops on academic coordination,
compliance, LMS tools, and student data management.
• Encouragement to pursue relevant higher qualifications (e.g., MA in Education,
certificates in quality assurance or academic management).
• Participation in sector networks (such as the AUA) and conferences to bring best
practices back to LAAT.
BenefitsWork-Life Balance
Nest pension Scheme
CPD Trainings
