Deputy Head of School of Education and Psychology

Centre for International Development and Training (CIDT); Walsall; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The Centre for International Development and Training is seeking a Deputy Head of School to provide leadership in the newly formed School of Education and Psychology. This temporary role until 01/05/2028 requires an experienced leader who is committed to student success and capable of implementing strategic initiatives across disciplines.

Qualifications

• Experienced leader in higher education.
• Understanding of PSRB for relevant disciplines.
• Commitment to student engagement and success.

Responsibilities

• Lead the new School of Education and Psychology.
• Shape the implementation of the University Strategy 2035.
• Work across subject disciplines to meet external demands.

Skills

Leadership

Management

Student engagement

Job description

Having appointed the Head of the School of Education and Psychology, we are now seeking a Deputy Head of School.

This is an exciting time to be involved with the leadership of the new school and to work across the subject disciplines to shape the implementation of the University Strategy 2035 whilst meeting the demands of the external landscapes.

This role requires an experienced leader in higher education with understanding of PSRB for the relevant disciplines, leadership and management skills, measures of impact, and above all, a commitment to student engagement and success.

This is a temporary post until 01/05/2028.

Applications will be via the University website. Please ensure that you have read the job description and the person specification before applying for this role.

An informal meeting with Professor Diana Bannister can be arranged to clarify questions or to discuss the role.

To arrange a meeting, email Diana's PA - Nidhi Idris Sharma at [e-mail].

The University of Opportunity for Students and Staff

As part of our commitment to ensure the diversity of our staff body reflects those of the student and local communities we serve, we particularly welcome applications from candidates of Black, Asian, or Ethnic Minority heritage, and candidates who are Disabled (including people who may not define themselves as disabled, but nevertheless encounter challenges).

PLEASE NOTE: Applications are scored against the criteria set out in the job description and person specifications attached to this advert. Applications are not assessed against the job advert itself, so please ensure your applications are crafted against the Job Description and Person Specification contained within it.