Deputy Head of Education, Health & Law – Higher Ed Leadership

Luminate Education Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent higher education institution in Leeds is seeking a Deputy Head of Education, Health, & Law to enhance educational programs and outcomes. The role involves collaborating with departmental heads to drive excellence, manage a diverse team, and contribute to retention and achievement strategies. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 5 teaching qualification and solid experience in managing higher education delivery. This position offers excellent benefits, including generous annual leave and pension schemes.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes with employer contributions

CPD opportunities

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Discounted travel

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of quality assurance frameworks and processes, with hands-on experience managing high-quality higher education delivery.
• Ability to contribute to the development and delivery of strategies that improve retention, achievement, success, and attendance across learner groups.
• Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships across internal teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Heads of Department to enhance the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team fostering a collaborative and high-performing culture.
• Develop and implement strategies to drive high retention, achievement, and success across programs.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Quality assurance frameworks

Leadership skills

Education

Level 5 teaching qualification

Relevant professional Level 4 qualification and/or degree

Job description

A prominent higher education institution in Leeds is seeking a Deputy Head of Education, Health, & Law to enhance educational programs and outcomes. The role involves collaborating with departmental heads to drive excellence, manage a diverse team, and contribute to retention and achievement strategies. Ideal candidates will possess a Level 5 teaching qualification and solid experience in managing higher education delivery. This position offers excellent benefits, including generous annual leave and pension schemes.