Faculty Operations & Support Manager

Kingston School of Art; Kingston upon Thames; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent art and design institution in Kingston upon Thames seeks a Faculty Operations and Support Manager to ensure efficient operation of the faculty. This full-time fixed-term role includes managing projects, supporting academic leadership, and delivering high-quality service. The ideal candidate will have a degree or equivalent experience and possess strong project management, interpersonal, and IT skills. The position offers a salary of £45,025 per annum and is pivotal in enhancing institutional effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple and diverse projects from inception to completion.
• Ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders.
• High proficiency in IT, including data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Ensure effective day-to-day functioning of the faculty.
• Support strategic planning and oversee operational delivery.
• Coordinate staff and resources for major initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Time management

IT proficiency

Education

Degree level education or equivalent

Tools

Data analysis software

Job description

The Faculty Operations and Support Manager plays a vital role in ensuring the effective day-to-day functioning of the faculty. The post holder supports key operational and support services, providing continuity and steady operational oversight for academic School leadership teams. The role supports strategic planning, oversees operational delivery, coordinates staff and resources, and contributes to major faculty-wide initiatives, projects, and events.

The post holder oversees the Faculty Executive Support Office, ensuring the provision of effective professional administrative support to the Extended Faculty Leadership Team (FLT) and wider stakeholders. The post holder will also oversee governance in the faculty including the effective planning, preparation and action management of key committees such as the FLT and other KSA-wide groups.

This is a key role in KSA, and the post holder will work closely with stakeholders to embed excellent customer service, high quality project management and a culture of continuous improvement.

The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level or equivalent, with experience of managing multiple and diverse projects from inception to completion. With excellent interpersonal and communication skills, the post holder will have experience of working with senior staff and of managing a team to deliver a high-quality service.

Alongside outstanding planning, organisation and time management skills, the post holder will have a high level of proficiency in IT including experience in data analysis, and explaining and disseminating information efficiently and effectively. In addition, they will have the ability to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders in KSA and the wider University.

Kingston School of Art (KSA), founded in 1899, is one of the UK’s oldest art and design institutions. It is recognised for its practice-based teaching, interdisciplinary approach and strong industry connections. The School offers undergraduate, postgraduate and research degrees across art, design, architecture and the creative industries. It houses key facilities including the Stanley Picker Gallery and Dorich House Museum and benefits from its proximity to central London.

KSA is consistently ranked among the top art and design schools globally. In the 2025 QS World University Rankings by Subject, Kingston University was placed in the top 5% worldwide for Art & Design. The School is also highly regarded within the UK creative education sector.

The School’s research centres include the Centre for Practice Research in Art (CePRA), which supports interdisciplinary practice-led research across fine art, design and curatorial practices. Its work focuses on innovative creative methodologies, sustainability and cultural engagement.

KSA collaborates with major cultural institutions including Camden Art Centre, the Design Museum, the ICA and the BFI.

This is a full time, fixed-term position until 31st August 2026 with a starting salary of £45,025.00 per annum.

Interviews are due to be held in person on Tuesday 13th January 2026.

For any further queries relating to this role, please contact Lydia James, Faculty Operations Manager.