Head of Foundation Degrees & Academic Innovation

Rdi; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 62,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days holiday + bank holidays

Aviva pension plan

Private Medical Insurance

Perkbox benefits

Study Arden courses for free

Golden Ticket for Arden education

Job summary

Arden University is seeking a Head of Department for Foundation Degrees to lead our FdA Business and Innovation, FdSc Health and Care Management, and FdSc Computing and Digital Futures. You will shape programme development, lead a high-performing team and drive student success through innovative teaching, assessment, and collaboration across disciplines.

You will implement inclusive practices, monitor performance indicators, and ensure high-quality programme delivery aligned with strategic

Qualifications

• Masters (or equivalent) required.
• HE teaching qualification and/or Fellowship (e.g., PG Cert HE, SFHEA, PFHEA).
• Proven leadership and team-building skills.
• Track record of leading degree-level programmes with strong TEF/statistics.
• Desirable PhD or Level 7 qualification; management training or qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspiring academic leadership across Foundation Degree programmes.
• Drive excellence in teaching, learning and assessment; ensure student outcomes.
• Lead a high-performing academic team and shape departmental strategy.
• Champion inclusive, student-centred approaches and use performance data to drive improvements.

Skills

Masters (or equivalent)

HE teaching qualification

Leadership & team management

TEF metrics knowledge

Innovation in teaching/research

Education

PhD or Level 7 qualification

Job description

Arden University is seeking a Head of Department for Foundation Degrees to lead our FdA Business and Innovation, FdSc Health and Care Management, and FdSc Computing and Digital Futures. You will shape programme development, lead a high-performing team and drive student success through innovative teaching, assessment, and collaboration across disciplines.

You will implement inclusive practices, monitor performance indicators, and ensure high-quality programme delivery aligned with strategic