Associate Dean of Higher Education

Luminate Education Group; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Luminate Education Group seeks a dedicated leader at University Centre Leeds to enhance higher education delivery. This role involves leading curriculum development, managing staff performance, and ensuring alignment with national priorities. The successful candidate will foster an innovative educational environment while promoting student success and engagement.

Benefits

Generous Annual leave entitlement

Memberships and discounts

Discounted travel available

Learning and development opportunities

Flexible and hybrid working opportunities

Qualifications

• A Level 5 teaching qualification and a Master's or equivalent.
• Proven experience in managing staff and HE curriculum.
• Up-to-date understanding of government policies in higher education.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support Heads of Department in developing HE and Apprenticeship portfolios.
• Ensure efficient curriculum planning aligned with employer needs.
• Drive growth through innovative curriculum development.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Budget Management

Research Engagement

Performance Management

Education

A Level 5 teaching qualification

Master's or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

At University Centre Leeds (UCL), we are dedicated to delivering high-quality education, fostering innovation, and supporting the personal and professional development of our students. As a member of the Luminate Education group, we offer a wide range of undergraduate programs, combining academic excellence with industry-relevant skills to prepare our students for success in their careers.

What You Will Do

1. Lead and support Heads of Department in developing the HE, Apprenticeship, and Professional portfolio.
2. Ensure curriculum planning is future-focused, efficient, and aligned with regional/national priorities and employer needs.
3. Take lead responsibility for student performance data, securing and maintaining excellent provision.
4. Establish clear accountability lines with Heads of Department.
5. Support the development and promotion of the HE ethos, strategy, and TEF achievement.
6. Drive growth through innovative curriculum development, improved marketing, and enhanced student support.
7. Promote and monitor research and scholarly activity across all HE provision.
8. Inspire staff to improve outcomes, quality, and the student experience, with a focus on financial performance.

About You

1. A Level 5 teaching qualification (with a commitment to the Professional Standards Framework) and a Master's or equivalent postgraduate qualification.
2. Up-to-date understanding of government policies, funding, and curriculum/qualification reforms within higher education.
3. Proven experience in managing staff and HE curriculum, including planning, development, and review.
4. A strong commitment to engaging in scholarly activity and research.
5. Demonstrated expertise in interpreting and managing budgets and financial plans effectively.
6. Confident in managing performance conversations and providing constructive feedback.
7. Proven ability to promote initiatives that enhance the student experience and overall service quality.
8. Ability to foster a culture of continuous improvement and professional development.

Benefits

• Generous Annual leave entitlement: If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
  • Support Staff: 39 days
  • Academic: 44 days
  • Senior Management: 44 days
• Memberships and discounts: employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
• Travel and commuting: discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus, and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities: including staff development days.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: this will vary depending on role requirements.

About Us

At University Centre Leeds, we provide a supportive higher education environment designed to promote and enhance independent learning. We have access to industry standard equipment unique to many of our subject areas, from makeup studios to practical science labs.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development opportunities to continually develop and grow. Choosing to work for University Centre Leeds means you will be part of an inclusive and progressive learning environment. We look forward to welcoming you to help shape the future of higher education at UCL.

We are proud to be the highest rated for student satisfaction in Leeds for the third year running (National Student Survey 2022).

Safeguarding

At Luminate Education Group, we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students, including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practices as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, online checks, and two satisfactory references. It is a criminal offense to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity related to children.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Our commitment to EDI in recruitment aligns with our Group’s values. We aim to foster a workplace that embraces equality, diversity, and inclusion in all its forms, ensuring fairness, respect, and equity for every candidate. Our recruitment processes are designed to promote equal opportunities, remove bias, and build a diverse talent pool. We continually improve our practices to ensure everyone, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce reflecting our communities and driving innovation through diverse perspectives. For more about our EDI objectives, please click here.

Recruitment Agencies

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward unsolicited CVs for our roles. If support is needed, we will contact agencies directly.

• We do not recognize submissions of unsolicited or speculative CVs from agencies.
• We are not liable for any fees if we employ a candidate submitted unsolicited.
• Contract Type: LEG - Permanent - Full Time