Associate Dean for Academic Programmes & Student Success

Arden University; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 88,000 - 89,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Pension plan (Aviva)

Private medical insurance

Perkbox access

Study Arden course for free

Golden Ticket

Job summary

Arden University is seeking an Associate Dean (Academic Programmes and Student Success) to shape the Faculty of Foundation Studies. You will translate strategic priorities into practical actions, driving excellence in student experience and academic outcomes, while championing innovation and data-informed improvement in collaboration with the Dean and wider university community.

You will lead in areas such as academic programmes, student success, and external engagement, building strong

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline.
• Recognised higher education teaching qualification and/or professional recognition (e.g. PG Cert HE, FHEA, SFHEA, PFHEA, QTS or QTLS).
• Significant senior-level academic leadership and management experience within higher education, including quality assurance and accreditation.

Responsibilities

• Lead Academic Programmes and Student Success initiatives across the Faculty.
• Translate strategic priorities into actions to enhance student experience and outcomes.
• Drive continuous improvement through data and partnerships across the University.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Data-informed decision making

Academic leadership

Education

Master’s degree

Higher education teaching qualification

Senior academic leadership experience

Job description

Arden University is seeking an Associate Dean (Academic Programmes and Student Success) to shape the Faculty of Foundation Studies. You will translate strategic priorities into practical actions, driving excellence in student experience and academic outcomes, while championing innovation and data-informed improvement in collaboration with the Dean and wider university community.

You will lead in areas such as academic programmes, student success, and external engagement, building strong