Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning & Student Experience

The University of Manchester; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university seeks a Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning, and Students to provide strategic leadership in shaping priorities for teaching and enhancing the student experience. The ideal candidate will have a distinguished academic background, significant experience in higher education, and a commitment to equality and inclusion. This senior position will drive innovative curriculum design and promote student engagement, aiming to deliver a transformative education for a diverse and global student body. The role offers excellent benefits, including a market-leading pension scheme and extensive leave entitlements.

Benefits

Market leading Pension scheme

Employee health and wellbeing services

Exceptional starting annual leave entitlement

Additional paid closure over Christmas

Qualifications

• Distinguished academic record with significant experience in higher education.
• Proven leadership in teaching and learning.
• Strong understanding of quality assurance and regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Shape and enhance teaching and student experience priorities.
• Champion innovation in curriculum design and digital education.
• Drive initiatives to widen participation and support social mobility.

Skills

Leadership in educational innovation

Understanding of UK higher education landscape

Commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion

Collaboration and stakeholder management

Education

Professorial level qualification

Job description

A leading UK university seeks a Vice-Dean for Teaching, Learning, and Students to provide strategic leadership in shaping priorities for teaching and enhancing the student experience. The ideal candidate will have a distinguished academic background, significant experience in higher education, and a commitment to equality and inclusion. This senior position will drive innovative curriculum design and promote student engagement, aiming to deliver a transformative education for a diverse and global student body. The role offers excellent benefits, including a market-leading pension scheme and extensive leave entitlements.