Job Description
Head of Institute of Education
Sub Department: Senior Leadership
Location: St Johns Campus
Salary: £78,209 to £93,386
Post Type: Full Time
Closing Date: Tuesday 10 February 2026
Reference: IE2601
Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor Academic, the Head of the Institute of Education will provide creative and effective academic and professional leadership and management for the Institute and its staff, ensuring excellence in learning and teaching, research and scholarship.
As a member of the University Leadership Group, you will work collaboratively across the University, encouraging and supporting interdisciplinary and cross-departmental working.
Key focus areas:
- Lead and inspire staff, promoting innovation, collaboration and high performance.
- Strengthen research activity and ensure readiness for Ofsted and other external reviews.
- Grow student recruitment and success through high-quality programmes and an excellent student experience.
- Build strong partnerships with schools, MATs, early years providers and professional bodies.
- Contribute to University-wide planning and strategic development.
(Interviews are to be held on the 26th or 27th of February)
Whats in it for you:
- Incremental salary increase, subject to performance and the University reward scheme, wit...