Academic Course Manager

On-site (Dublin) | Permanent, Full-Time | 37.5 hours per week (5 days per week; includes evenings & Saturdays with day off in lieu) | €85,000 per annum (DOE) | 25 days annual leave | Employee Assistance Programme, Death in Service Benefit, Company Pension Scheme

Job at a Glance

About This Role

Hall Recruitment is seeking an accomplished Academic Course Manager to oversee the delivery of a wide range of supplementary learning programmes, including weekly tuition and intensive revision courses. This is a hands-on leadership role that requires exceptional organisation, people management, and communication skills.

The Academic Course Manager plays a central role in ensuring high-quality teaching, strong student outcomes, and smooth operational delivery across multiple subject areas and locations. The successful candidate will manage a team of more than 70 educators and support over 10,000 students annually.

A critical requirement of this position is flexibility. These programmes operate outside standard 9–5 hours, meaning evening and Saturday work is routinely required. When a Saturday is worked, a day off in lieu is provided. This structure is essential to meeting the academic timetable and supporting peak delivery periods such as mid-term, Christmas, and Easter courses.

This full-time, on-site role suits a proactive leader who thrives in a fast-moving, student-centred environment and takes pride in maintaining high standards of educational delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Team Leadership & Academic Delivery

• Lead and manage a team of 70+ educators delivering best-in-class learning experiences.
• Conduct regular staff review meetings and champion continuous improvement.
• Manage teacher scheduling and absences to ensure uninterrupted course delivery.
• Oversee the review and quality control of teaching resources and course materials.
• Supervise the delivery of programmes across multiple teaching locations.
• Provide structured communication, guidance, and support to academic teams.

Course Operations & Quality Management

• Oversee weekly tuition and intensive short courses throughout the year.
• Ensure smooth operational delivery of all programmes, including logistics and room coordination.
• Design and coordinate student and parent feedback surveys.
• Analyse survey data and implement improvements to enhance learning and engagement.
• Monitor student attendance and develop procedures to manage attendance-related issues.

Student & Parent Engagement

• Act as a visible, accessible point of contact during course delivery.
• Manage escalations, complaints, and attendance queries in a timely and professional manner.
• Support a strong customer experience by maintaining open, proactive communication with parents and students.

Skills & Experience Required

(All requirements below must be clearly demonstrated)

Experience

Minimum 10 years’ experience in a senior academic, education team management role.

Education

Third-level qualification in business administration, education management or a related field.

People Management

Proven people management experience overseeing large, diverse teams.

Organisation

Strong organisational capability with the ability to manage multiple programmes simultaneously.

Communication

Excellent communication skills and confidence engaging with staff, parents, and students.

Systems

Experience using digital or learning management systems to support programme delivery.

Commercial Awareness

Commercial awareness and an understanding of how operational decisions influence outcomes.

Who Will Succeed in This Role

You excel when leading teams, improving teaching quality, and ensuring that complex multi-course schedules run seamlessly. You thrive in environments where there is continuous student interaction, fast-paced operations, and the need to respond quickly to emerging issues. You value structure, clarity, and high standards, and you enjoy driving improvements that benefit learners and educators alike.