Senior Curriculum Coordinator (UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

The Role

Brighton and Sussex Medical School (BSMS) is seeking a Senior Curriculum Coordinator (Phase 1) to play a key role in supporting the delivery of the early years of its undergraduate medical programme.

Working as part of the BSMS Curriculum Support Team, you will be based primarily within the Phase 1 School Office on the University of Sussex campus. You will provide high-quality administrative and organisational support for teaching, assessment, and curriculum activity across Years 1 and 2 of the medical degree.

This is a varied and people-focused role, working closely with academic colleagues, fellow professional services staff, and clinical partners across NHS organisations. Occasional travel to BSMS buildings at the University of Brighton and other associated locations will be required.

What You’ll Be Doing

As a Senior Curriculum Coordinator, you will contribute to the smooth running of a complex medical curriculum by:

• Coordinating and administering teaching and assessment activity for Phase 1 of the MBBS programme
• Organising and servicing a range of meetings, including preparing agendas, papers, and taking accurate minutes
• Collecting, collating, and supporting the analysis of student feedback to inform curriculum improvement
• Supporting student induction activities and helping new students transition successfully into medical school
• Assisting with the recruitment, coordination, and administration of the Phase 1 Personal Tutor programme
• Acting as a key point of contact for staff and students, ensuring queries are handled professionally and efficiently
• Your work will support the delivery of medical education in line with standards set by the General Medical Council (GMC)

About You

This role will suit an experienced administrator who enjoys working in a fast-paced, student-centred environment.

You will bring:

• Excellent organisational skills, with strong attention to detail
• The ability to manage multiple tasks and competing priorities effectively
• A proactive, flexible, and solution-focused approach to work
• Strong interpersonal skills and confidence communicating with a wide range of stakeholders
• High levels of IT literacy and confidence working with digital systems
• The ability to work independently while also contributing positively to a team

You will be comfortable working with minimal supervision and will take pride in supporting high-quality education within a regulated environment, consistent with public-sector standards and expectations set out by the Office for Students (OfS)

About Brighton and Sussex Medical School

Brighton and Sussex Medical School is a partnership between the University of Sussex, the University of Brighton, and NHS organisations across the South East of England.

BSMS is committed to:

• Excellence in medical education, research, and clinical practice
• Inclusive, multidisciplinary learning environments
• Supporting future doctors to meet the evolving needs of patients and healthcare systems
• Our teaching and research contribute to national healthcare priorities and workforce development, aligned with the strategic aims of NHS England
• BSMS holds a Gold Athena Swan Award, recognising its commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion.

Why Work at Sussex?

• A beautiful 150-acre campus set in the South Downs
• Excellent transport links, including Falmer train station and on-campus bus routes
• Dedicated cycling paths and a cycle-to-work scheme
• A supportive, research-led international university community
• Access to a comprehensive reward and benefits package
• Our commitment to fairness and opportunity is underpinned by the Equality Act 2010

Visa and Right to Work Information

All work for the University must be undertaken in the UK.

This role may be eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, depending on salary and individual circumstances. The assigned SOC code is 4159 – Other administrative occupations, with a going rate of £41,700. Eligibility may depend on tradeable points or existing Skilled Worker permission issued before 4 April 2024.

Applicants are advised to review official UK Government guidance

Further Information & Support

The University of Sussex welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.