Join the WaterBear team and help shape the future of music education

WaterBear is a leading college of music with campuses in Brighton and Sheffield, alongside a thriving global online community. Known for innovation, creativity, and industry collaboration, we offer a fresh, flexible approach to higher education in music.

As we continue to grow—expanding towards 2,000+ students across multiple locations—this is an exciting time to join our dynamic education team and play a key role in delivering an outstanding student experience.

About the role

We are looking for two highly organised and enthusiastic Programme Officers (BA) to support the delivery of our undergraduate programmes in Brighton and for our online courses:

1 Programme Officer (BA) – Brighton
1 Programme Officer (BA) – Online (remote working)

Working closely with Heads of Year and the wider education team, you will be a key point of contact for students—helping them succeed academically while ensuring the programme runs smoothly and effectively.

This is a varied role combining administration, teaching, student support, and content coordination.

What you’ll be doing

• Supporting the day-to-day delivery of BA programmes
• Acting as a key contact for students, providing guidance and academic support
• Delivering seminars, webinars, and 1:1 tutorials
• Coordinating and managing digital learning content on our VLE
• Assisting with timetabling and ensuring sessions are appropriately staffed
• Coordinating assessment processes and marking teams
• Supporting student progress and engagement through regular communication
• Helping maintain high levels of student satisfaction and achievement
• Assisting with academic administration and key programme processes
• Supporting events, activities, and wider college initiatives

What we’re looking for

Essential:

• Able to demonstrate proven competence and experience in an education setting
• Undergraduate degree
• Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one)
• Experience using and developing Virtual Learning Environments (VLEs)
• Excellent communication, organisation, and attention to detail
• Confident working independently and proactively
• Strong Microsoft 365 skills
• A friendly, approachable, and supportive manner
• Ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving organisation

Desirable:

• Interest in music, ideally as a performer or practitioner

Why join WaterBear?

• Be part of an innovative, fast-growing music college
• Work with passionate students and industry-connected professionals
• Enjoy a supportive culture focused on wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access ongoing professional development, coaching, and training
• Help shape the future of higher education in music

Ready to apply?

If you’re passionate about education, music, and supporting student success, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by sending a cover letter and CV via the 'Apply' button above (e:jobs@waterbear.org.uk).