Head of Centre for Veterinary Nursing Salary: Up to £40,593 per annum pro rata (dependent upon qualifications and experience) Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year) Location: Sparsholt Campus (Winchester) Closing Date: 21st November 2025 University Centre Sparsholt is seeking an exceptional academic leader to take forward one of the UK's most respected and well-established Veterinary Nursing degree programmes. As Head of Centre for Veterinary Nursing, you will play a pivotal role in driving excellence, innovation, and the continued success of our provision as we look ahead to RCVS reaccreditation in 2027. Sparsholt has been at the forefront of veterinary nursing education-producing highly skilled, compassionate, and practice-ready graduates who make a real difference in the profession. Our reputation is built on academic excellence, outstanding industry partnerships, and a deep commitment to advancing the field of veterinary nursing. Your Opportunity This is a defining moment to influence the direction of veterinary nursing education. You will:
• Provide strategic leadership for our Veterinary Nursing degree programmes.
• Lead and manage the RCVS reaccreditation process, ensuring our courses remain innovative, relevant, and industry-leading.
• Inspire and empower a dedicated team of academics, fostering excellence in teaching, research, and student experience.
• Build and strengthen partnerships with veterinary practices, accrediting bodies, and professional networks.
• Drive curriculum development, embedding the latest advances in veterinary nursing practice, technology, and pedagogy. About You We're looking for an inspiring and visionary leader who can champion the next phase of our journey. You'll bring:
• A strong track record in veterinary nursing practice and education.
• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, curriculum design, and quality assurance.
• The ability to motivate, mentor, and develop colleagues, building a culture of collaboration and innovation.
• A clear, forward-looking vision for the future of veterinary nursing education. Why Sparsholt? Based in our state-of-the-art Veterinary Nursing Centre and the Higher Education Science and Research Centre, you'll have access to exceptional facilities and resources that support both teaching and applied research. This is an outstanding opportunity for an experienced academic or an emerging leader ready to take the next step into a centre-wide leadership role. Join us in shaping the future of veterinary nursing-educating the next generation of professionals and advancing standards across the industry.We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should we receive a number of sufficient applications. College Benefits
• Eligibility to join the Local Government Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme)
• Death Benefit grant of 3 x salary if in the pension scheme
• Free on-site parking
• Car Share Scheme
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
• Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
• Flexible Working Policy
• Holiday entitlement of 22 days (rising to 25 days after 5 years' service) plus Public and Bank Holidays along with college closure days at Xmas.
• Access to an employee assistance scheme
• Free on-site gym at the Sparsholt campus
• You Make the Difference Staff nomination scheme
• Facility to purchase Sparsholt produce including: plants, flowers, fruit & vegetables, fish, venison and turkey.
• Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at the Andover campus
• Ability to access a range of CPD events and support with undertaking professional qualifications
• Various food outlets and eateries offering good value food and drink at competitive prices There is a nursery on the Sparsholt campus operated by a commercial provider. Join us, where your love for animals meets a career full of purpose, growth and impact