Higher education Work, Jobs in Canterbury, Eng (with Salaries)

Retention & Engagement Support Coordinator
University of Kent —Canterbury
- £27,319 - £30,378 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- University
- IT
- Office experience
7d
Internal Communications Officer
University of Kent —Canterbury
- £32,080 - £35,608 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Project management
- University
- No degree
1d
Assistant Director of Studies (ADOS)
Chaucer College —Canterbury
- £34,000 a year
- Full-time
- Management
- English
- Master's degree
- Free parking
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Compliance Officer
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £28,778 - £33,002 a year
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Administrative experience
- Data entry
3d
Funding and Award Manager
University of Kent —Canterbury
- £48,822 - £54,893 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- Business development
- University
- Team management
1d
Library Adviser
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £24,454 - £25,804 a year
- 8 hour shift
- University
- IT
- Communication skills
8d
Recruitment and Conversion Events Manager
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £38,784 - £41,064 a year
- Weekend availability
- Hybrid work
- Recruiting
- Organisational skills
- Leadership
- Work from home
Research Enterprise and Knowledge Mobilisation (REKM) Development Officer
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £28,778 - £31,236 a year
- Full-time
- Training & development
3d
Head of Maintenance & Infrastructure
University of Kent —Canterbury
- £58,225 - £73,709 a year
- Full-time
- Hybrid work
- University
- Continuous improvement
- Leadership
11d
Interim Payroll Advisor
Kent College —Canterbury
- £35,000 - £40,000 a year
- Part-time
- School
4d
Lead Functional Analyst (SITS)
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £42,254 - £44,746 a year
- Full-time
- University
- Continuous improvement
Product Marketing Lead
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £32,080 - £34,610 a year
- Full-time
- Marketing
13d
KMMS Deputy Dean & Director of Education (Senior Lecturer/Reader)
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- Part-time
- Management
- University
- Continuous improvement
Logistics & Moves Assistant
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £24,454 a year
- Part-time
- Customer service
12d
Deputy Dean & Director of Education (Senior Lecturer/Reader)
University of Kent —Canterbury
- Part-time
- Management
- University
- Continuous improvement
Early Years Apprentice
Kent College —Canterbury
- £13,728 a year
- Part-time
- Childcare
- School
- Free parking
9d
Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Primary ITE- (English, Maths and Science)
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £38,784 - £56,536 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- Maths
- Work from home
10d
Postdoctoral Research Associate in Conservation Science
University of Kent —Canterbury
- £39,906 - £44,746 a year
- Full-time
- Doctoral degree
- Research
- University
Digital Solutions Architect (Cyber Security)
Canterbury Christ Church University —Canterbury
- £46,049 - £56,536 a year
- Full-time
- University
- No degree
Invigilator
MidKent College —Gillingham
- £25,878 - £29,729 a year
- University
5d

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Retention & Engagement Support Coordinator

University of Kent -
Canterbury

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Job details

Permanent | Full-time
£27,319 - £30,378 a year
7 days ago

Benefits

Company pension

Qualifications

Numeracy
IT
Signposting to community resources
Office experience

Full job description

On the 1 August 2026, The University of Greenwich and the University of Kent formed a pioneering new multi-university group called London and South- East (LASE) University Group. Should you join us, you will be employed by LASE but will work as part of the University of Kent academic division, contributing to its distinct strengths, community and identity while also being part of a wider group that brings together the scale, resilience and shared ambition of both universities. Through LASE we aim to deliver outstanding education, impactful research, and meaningful regional and global impact.

If you have the skills and motivation to help our students achieve success at Kent, we would welcome your application to this front-facing administrative role in our Student Enquiries, Retention & Engagement team.

The main focus of the role is providing essential, front-line support to students so they have timely access to information and guidance, and consistent and practical advice to support them in continuation/completion of their studies.

You will be a first point of contact for students, working and advising in line with university policies, maintaining accurate records and managing sensitive information with empathy, professionalism and confidentiality.

As Retention & Engagement Support Coordinator you can expect to be involved in:

Acting as a contact point and referral service to students with difficulties that may impact their studies, and signposting students to other services.
Understanding and providing guidance to students and staff on university policies and procedures related to retention and engagement
Supporting the administration and implementation of procedures and work related to retention and engagement
Monitoring enquiries to the team via email, telephone or in person to ensure they are responded to promptly, consistently and to a high standard

What will you bring to the role?

Experience of working in an office environment with contact via email, phone and face-to-face, with a variety of people
Excellent interpersonal skills, with experience of and an ability to adapt your approach depending on student needs, to show empathy and be approachable to students who may be facing difficulties
Previous experience of working in a confidential environment in line with data protection and safeguarding guidance
Good IT skills and experience, and numeracy with an ability to process straight forward statistical information

What we can offer in return:

As a member of our team, you can expect a friendly, open and collaborative working environment and support in your development and wellbeing. You'll enjoy a range of great staff benefits including:

Hybrid working options allowing a flexible blend of office and home working (to be agreed in line with business needs)
43 days' leave per year (personal leave, bank holidays and additional days allocated for the Christmas period, pro rata for part-time staff)
Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
Corporate employee-funded healthcare plan, in partnership with Benenden Health

For more information about what you can look forward to if you join us, visit our dedicated webpage: Working at Kent

We are ambitious for our people, our communities and the region we serve – join us in making the world a better place. Visit our website for more on who we are: http://www.kent.ac.uk/about/

Please see the links below to view the full job description and to apply for this post. For further information regarding the application process, please contact [email protected] quoting reference number SL-055-26-R2.

Occasionally we may need to close a vacancy before the published deadline due to a high number of applications being received, therefore we strongly advise you to submit your application as soon as possible. (All vacancies will be open for at least one week.)

PLEASE NOTE: We prioritise applications from current University of Kent redeployees. We will let you know if this post is to be filled by a redeployee as, in this instance, your application will unfortunately not be taken forward.

We know applicants may use AI tools to help prepare job applications. For guidance on how to use AI responsibly and effectively, see: Using AI in your job application

Applications must be made via the University’s online application system; CVs or details sent directly to the department or via email cannot be considered.

The University of Kent values diversity and equality at all levels.

Section

Retention and Engagement

Location

Canterbury

Salary

£27,319 to £30,378 per annum

Grade

Grade 5

Post Type

Full Time

Contract Type

Permanent

Release Date

Sunday 02 August 2026

Closing Date

23.59 hours BST on Sunday 09 August 2026 (unless otherwise stated*)

Interview Date

Wednesday 19 August 2026

Reference

SL-055-26-R2

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