Head of School - School of Engineering and the Built Environment

ARU; Chelmsford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

ARU seeks a Head of School for Engineering and the Built Environment to oversee strategic developments in education. The ideal candidate will have significant leadership experience, a strong academic background, and the ability to enhance institutional teaching and research outcomes. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits, including training opportunities and a relocation package.

Benefits

Agile working environment

Extensive benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Pension schemes

Training opportunities

Relocation package

Qualifications

• Track record of developing market-informed courses.
• Deep understanding of TEF and REF processes.
• Proven ability to foster collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Oversee development and implementation of strategic plans.
• Curriculum refreshment, growth in student numbers, and partnership development.
• Enhancing TEF outcomes.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Interdisciplinary Work

Education

Strong academic background in engineering, architecture, surveying, or related disciplines

Job description

Job Title: Head of School - School of Engineering and the Built Environment

Location: Chelmsford

Employer: ARU

Category: Senior Management

Type: Permanent, Full-time

Salary: Other, Competitive Salary

Closing Date: 22/11

Job Description:

ARU is a global university committed to transforming lives through innovative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial education and research. The university holds a Gold award for the quality of its education through the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF). Our research institutes and faculties cover scientific, technical, and creative fields, delivering impactful research that addresses pressing issues and benefits communities. Recognized for academic excellence, ARU is among the UK's leading universities for various disciplines, including Nursing, Midwifery, Health, and Social Care, and degree apprenticeships.

The Faculty of Science & Engineering is the largest at ARU, with over 8,000 students worldwide, encompassing engineering, architecture, animal sciences, psychology, life sciences, and computing. The faculty is committed to gender equality, holding an Athena SWAN Silver Award.

As the Head of School for Engineering & the Built Environment and a member of the Faculty Executive Team, you will oversee the development and implementation of strategic plans, including curriculum refreshment, growth in student numbers, partnership development, and enhancing TEF outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have a strong academic background in engineering, architecture, surveying, or related disciplines, with leadership experience, a track record of developing market-informed courses, and a deep understanding of TEF and REF processes. Proven ability to foster collaboration and interdisciplinary work is essential.

ARU offers an agile working environment, extensive benefits, generous holiday entitlement, pension schemes, training opportunities, and a relocation package. All employees must be eligible to work in the UK.

For key requirements, please download the Job Description and Person Specification. To apply, demonstrate how your skills and experience match the criteria. The vacancy may close early once sufficient applications are received.