About Us
We have been proudly driving progress for more than two centuries. As one of the UK's largest and most popular universities, we're a force for good, dedicated to delivered outstanding research and excellent education. Much more than a university, we are a place where ambitious people unite as a diverse and inclusive community to make meaningful connections. Where world-class facilities combine with exceptional minds to improve lives through innovation. We welcome those who are committed, talented, and hardworking. People who believe in our values and are as driven as we are to achieve shared goals.
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The Opportunity
The School of English is home to a diverse, inclusive, and innovative academic community spanning English language, creative writing, poetry, linguistics, journalism, digital media communications, modern languages, and performance. We are proud of our research strengths, teaching excellence, and the real-world impact of our work, both locally and globally.
We are now seeking an exceptional individual to lead this vibrant and outward-facing School into its next exciting chapter. As Head of School, you will play a central role in shaping strategic direction, driving excellence in research and education, and championing a culture of creativity, collaboration and inclusion.
This is an outstanding opportunity for a motivated and visionary leader with a track record of academic leadership. We expect you to ideally be a current Professor, with a personal commitment to research and pedagogic innovation. You will also bring with you a clear and ambitious vision for English and related disciplines in the 21st century, and an ability to inspire colleagues and students alike. You'll be an active contributor to the Faculty Executive Group, helping shape the wider Faculty's priorities and partnerships, while working closely with university leadership.
We welcome applicants with a strong interdisciplinary mindset and a desire to break new ground, whether in reshaping curriculum, building community connections, expanding international collaborations, or developing our research profile in REF and beyond. You'll lead a talented academic team, support career development, foster innovation, and ensure an exceptional student experience.