Associate Dean

4 weeks ago

London, Greater London, United Kingdom Arden University Full time

The Opportunity:

At Arden University, we pride ourselves on being true innovators, disruptors and pioneers with the focus to promote life-long learning and ensure that everyone, everywhere can access higher education.

We are looking for a motivated Associate Dean to join our faculty of Social Sciences and Technology in a newly focused role dedicated to enhancing academic programmes and student experience. This position is crucial in operationalising the strategic vision set by the Dean of the Faculty, providing leadership, strategic direction, innovation, and impactful outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Support and collaborate with the Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences & Technology to ensure outstanding student outcomes and satisfaction.
  • Work with the Pro Vice-Chancellor for Student Experience and other university stakeholders to uphold the highest standards in student experience and outcomes across the faculty.
  • Gather and evaluate Faculty wide insights and data to help advance key metrics whilst identifying and implementing areas of improvement.
  • Actively participate in administrative committees, advocate for academic and professional colleague interests, and represent the faculty in external engagements.

Key focus areas but not limited to:

  • Academic programmes
  • Student success
  • Research and enterprise.
  • Community and external relations

About You:

This is an exciting role for someone passionate about innovation in higher education and committed to enhancing student experiences. If you're ready to make a significant impact in academic leadership, we welcome your application.

  • A strong track record in research and/or pedagogic activities within a discipline pertinent to Social Science and/or Technology.
  • Proven experience in senior academic leadership and management within a higher education environment, including leading quality and accreditation events.
  • A successful track record of leading Faculty-wide initiatives, ensuring programmes meet high standards of Student Experience, Student Outcomes (TEF metrics), and Student Satisfaction.
  • Recognised higher education teaching qualifications and/or Fellowships (e.g., PG Cert HE, SFHEA, PFHEA, QTLS/QTS Secondary).
  • A clear vision for academic and professional excellence across Faculty Schools, Departments, and Programmes.
  • Insight into current challenges in higher education and strategies to address these within the Faculty.
  • A record of research, scholarly, or relevant professional experience at an appropriate level.

Why Arden:

At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from:

  • 30 days holiday, add the bank holiday on top, and we even throw in Christmas closure
  • A generous Aviva pension plan, our contributions start at 7%
  • PMI or Healthcare Cashback (dependent on role grade)
  • Study any Arden course for free, with generous discount for all family and friends
  • Our 'Golden Ticket' which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education
  • Plus, other competitive benefits

Arden's values:

Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you.

Closing Date: Monday 26th of August 2024

£85,000 to £95,000 per annum + excellent benefits

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