Teaching Practice Manager

Job description

STADIO Higher Education is inviting applications for the position of 4 Teaching Practice Manager’s

Clearly indicate which position you are applying for in the header of the email

• TP Manager: Higher certificate in pre-school education
• TP Manager: BEd – foundation phase
• TP Manager: BEd – intermediate phase
• TP Manager: PGCE and AdvDip (TVT)

Purpose of the role

The TP Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing the operational delivery of Teaching Practice (TP) within a specific programme across campuses and modalities. This role ensures that school placements, documentation, assessor linkages, and stakeholder engagement are executed efficiently and in alignment with institutional policies and quality standards. Working closely with TP Coordinators, administrators, and the head: teaching practice administration, the TP manager contributes to a consistent and high-quality TP experience for students, supports compliance and reporting, and drives continuous improvement through data-informed decision-making and collaborative practice.

 Key roles and responsibilities:

• Coordinate and confirm school placements for TP students within the assigned programme.
• Manage inbound documentation, including placement forms, assessor contracts, and student records.
• Ensure assessors are appropriately matched and briefed for each TP cycle.
• Maintain regular communication with mentor teachers, principals, and school-based stakeholders.
• Facilitate feedback collection from placement sites and ensure timely analysis and reporting.
• Represent the programme in stakeholder forums and contribute to engagement strategies.
• Work closely with TP Coordinators and administrators to ensure smooth execution of TP logistics.
• Support onboarding and training of programme-specific TP staff.
• Collaborate with other TP managers and the head: TP Administration to align practices and share insights.
• Monitor student satisfaction and experience during and after TP placements.
• Ensure standardised documentation and processes are used across campuses and modalities.
• Identify and address quality gaps, and report improvement plans to the Head: TP Administration.
• Submit monthly performance reports on programme-level TP operations.
• Track and report on placement confirmations, assessor linkages, and documentation accuracy.
• Use data to inform decisions and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure programme-level compliance with institutional TP policies and Senate-approved practices.
• Support the implementation of new policies and monitor adherence across campuses.

Minimum qualification and experience

•  Bachelor’s degree in education, educational management, public administration, or a related field
• Postgraduate qualification (e.g. honours or PGDip) in education, project management, or organisational leadership is advantageous

Minimum 3–5 years’ experience in:

• Programme or project coordination in an educational or non-profit setting
• Stakeholder engagement with external partners (e.g., schools, NGOs, government departments)
• Operational management, including logistics, documentation, and compliance
• Team collaboration across departments or campuses

Knowledge and skills and abilities required

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Computer literacy and e-learning skills
• Planning and organising skills
• Knowledge and skills in the relevant field
• Data-driven and decision making
• Conflict resolution
• Stakeholder engagement
• Operational management
• Adaptability and problem-solving in complex environments
• Quality assurance

Applications: Candidates wishing to apply for the position are required to:

1. Submit a concise CV – include a motivation letter and references.
2. Clearly indicate which position you are applying for in the header of the email.

All applications will be treated as highly confidential. STADIO Higher Education reserves the right to not fill this position. Should you not hear from STADIO within two weeks of the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Posted on 16 Jan 09:43, Closing date 31 Jan