Academic Department Head

4 weeks ago


Manchester, United Kingdom Arden University Full time

About Arden University, a pioneering institution in digital education.

£57,000 - £65,000pa plus Excellent Benefits

We are seeking an experienced leader to spearhead our Distance Learning offering in the School of Psychology.

Main Responsibilities:

  • Develop and oversee engaging course content and virtual learning resources.
  • Line manage academic staff, ensuring team performance aligns with strategic goals.
  • Contribute to teaching and academic activities relevant to your area of expertise.

About You:

We are looking for a collaborative, student-centred leader with a strong academic background in Psychology, specifically counselling psychology.

Essential Skills & Experience:

  • MSc (or equivalent) in Psychology, with Graduate Basis for Chartership (GBC) recognised by the British Psychological Society (BPS).
  • Post-Graduate qualification in counselling.
  • Industry experience in counselling psychology.
  • Proven leadership, people management, and team-building skills.
  • A successful track record of leading academic programmes, achieving high levels of Student Experience, Outcomes, and Satisfaction (TEF metrics).

Benefits:

  • 30 days holiday, including bank holidays, plus Christmas closure.
  • A generous Aviva pension plan, with employer contributions starting at 7%.
  • Private Medical Insurance.
  • Study any Arden course for free, with discounts for family and friends.
  • A 'Golden Ticket' allowing you to gift anyone a free Arden education.


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