Academic Director of Teaching & Learning

London College of Contemporary Arts; Greater London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) invites applications for an Academic Director of Teaching & Learning to provide senior leadership across our seven-day higher education environment. You will drive excellence in teaching, learning and assessment, lead academic partnerships with validating and awarding bodies such as UCA and ULaw, and ensure quality assurance, inclusion and student success.

Weekend delivery is central, with Saturday and Sunday on-site work plus three weekdays; the role

Qualifications

• Senior academic leadership experience in higher education.
• Fellowship HEA or equivalent recognition.
• Experience leading improvements through academic teams.
• Knowledge of OfS registration and quality assurance frameworks.
• Ability to develop and implement academic strategy.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior academic leadership across weekend delivery.
• Oversee teaching, learning and assessment practices.
• Lead development of academic partnerships with validating and awarding bodies.
• Ensure quality assurance and student outcomes.
• Collaborate with College Deans and academic colleagues.

Skills

Academic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Curriculum development

Education

Higher degree in a relevant subject area or higher education teaching

Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy or equivalent

Job description

Lead teaching excellence, academic partnerships and student success at LCCA as our new Academic Director of Teaching & Learning, shaping the future of a dynamic seven-day higher education environment.

LCCA seeks a student-centred academic leader to drive excellence in teaching, learning and assessment, lead academic partnership activity, and provide visible senior academic leadership across weekend delivery.

Working pattern:

Weekend working required, including Saturday and Sunday, plus three additional weekdays to be agreed upon appointment

About LCCA

London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) is a specialist higher education institution in central London, offering career-focused degrees across hospitality, business and the creative industries. As part of Global University Systems, we are proud to be part of an international education group that empowers students to transform their lives through education.

About the role

As Academic Director of Teaching & Learning, you will provide senior academic leadership across LCCA, working collaboratively with College Deans, Academic Directors and academic colleagues to ensure students receive a high-quality, inclusive and engaging academic experience.

You will oversee and enhance learning, teaching and assessment practice, support the development and implementation of the College’s academic strategy, and contribute to quality assurance, regulatory compliance and student outcomes. You will also lead the operational management of LCCA’s academic partnerships with validating and awarding bodies, including the University for the Creative Arts (UCA) and the University of Law (ULaw).

This role will also provide senior academic leadership for weekend delivery, acting as the lead academic representative on site during Saturday and Sunday operations and ensuring academic quality, standards and the student experience are maintained across LCCA’s seven-day academic operation.

Who we are looking for

We are looking for an experienced and credible academic leader with a strong track record in enhancing higher education teaching, assessment and curriculum practice. You will bring a higher degree in a relevant subject area or in higher education teaching, together with Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy or higher, or equivalent professional recognition.

You will have experience of leading improvements through academic teams, fostering collaborative relationships, and working with validating, awarding or partner institutions. A strong understanding of OfS Conditions of Registration, higher education quality assurance frameworks and the expectations of awarding bodies will be essential.

You will be highly organised, resilient and confident operating in a fast-paced academic environment, with the ability to advise, influence and support colleagues effectively. Just as importantly, you will share LCCA’s commitment to inclusive, student-centred teaching and to improving outcomes for a diverse student community.

Working pattern

This role supports both the College’s academic partnership activity and its seven-day academic operation. The normal working pattern will include Saturday and Sunday, together with three additional weekdays to be agreed upon appointment in line with business requirements and individual circumstances.

Why join us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a visible impact at a growing, ambitious and creative higher education institution. You will help shape teaching excellence, strengthen academic partnerships and support high-quality delivery across a dynamic and diverse College community.

Our approach

We are committed to ensuring our workforce reflects the diversity of our student population and to providing adjustments throughout the recruitment process. If you require support or adjustments at any stage, please contact the LCCA Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].

Please note:

The successful applicant must provide right to work in the UK documentation to LCCA as part of an offer. LCCA is not currently a licensed sponsor.

Location:

London, UK (Sceptre Court, EC3N 4DX)

Competitive