Associate Dean - Academic Programmes and Student Success
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Reporting into: Dean of the Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology
Department: Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology
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This role operates on a hybrid working arrangement with occasional travel to UK locations, including Coventry, Birmingham, Leeds, Nottingham, Manchester, and London. Travel is expected to be at least once a week, fluctuating with business needs. Note that our working model arrangements are a non-contractual benefit and Arden work locations are added to employment contracts.
About Arden University: We are a multi-award-winning university committed to innovation and digital education, aiming to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide.
About our Department: The Academic Office supports governance, quality assurance, and student success, overseeing programme validation, policy development, compliance, and assessment management.
About the Opportunity: We seek a motivated Senior Academic Leader to join our Faculty of Social Sciences and Technology as Associate Dean, focusing on academic programmes and student experience, providing strategic leadership and impact.
Key Responsibilities: Support the Dean, collaborate with stakeholders, analyze faculty data, participate in committees, and represent the faculty externally. Focus areas include Academic Programmes, Student Success, Research, and External Relations.
About You: You should have a strong record in pedagogy, senior academic leadership, programme management, and relevant qualifications (e.g., PG Cert HE, Fellowships). You should have a vision for academic excellence and insight into higher education challenges.
Why Arden: Join a passionate team committed to accessible education, with benefits including holiday entitlement, pension, health plans, free courses, and more.
Our Values: Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness. We celebrate diversity and are an inclusive employer.
Closing Date: Tuesday 3rd June. Early applications are encouraged.
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion: Arden is a Disability Confident Employer and values diversity, ensuring non-discriminatory recruitment processes. Indicate if you wish to be considered under the Disability Equality Act scheme.
Sponsorship statement: Some roles may not qualify for UK visa sponsorship, but applications from those eligible for alternative routes are welcome.
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