Vice Principal – Learning & Teaching

Global University Systems; London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in higher education is seeking a visionary Vice Principal for Learning & Teaching. This pivotal role involves leading academic initiatives, ensuring quality assurance, and fostering innovative teaching practices across multiple campuses. The successful candidate will possess a strong background in curriculum development and a commitment to enhancing student engagement and satisfaction. With a focus on removing inequalities for underrepresented students, this position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in the academic community. If you are a dynamic leader with a passion for education, this role is an exciting chance to shape the future of learning and teaching.

Qualifications

• Proven expertise in managing undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Strong background in pedagogic theory and UK HE policy.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality of teaching and support high student achievement.
• Lead curriculum development and enhance academic direction.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Curriculum Development

Stakeholder Engagement

Pedagogic Theory

Data Analysis

Education

Relevant Degree

Postgraduate Qualification

Tools

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Job description

Position: Vice Principal – Learning & Teaching

Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time

Location: London (multiple campuses)

Reporting into: Principal

Reporting Lines: Academic Deans and Blended Learning Technologist

Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)

As Vice Principal, you will be a motivated individual who understands the value of good communications, management, quality assurance and the development of best practice in learning and teaching. You will have relevant experience of developing and managing programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels with the ability to lead a range of academic staff.

You will oversee the quality of the teaching across LCCA and will work with teams to build best practice and to support high rates of student achievement, engagement and satisfaction.

You will seek to involve internal and external stakeholders in supporting and enhancing curriculum development and delivery and work collaboratively with partner institutions to develop and enhance the curriculum. Being aware of the latest developments in pedagogic theory, education practice and UK HE policy; and being able to share and implement these insights is vital.

You will have a relevant profile, professional achievements and proven expertise in the practical aspects of the subjects along with excellent industry connections.

The role involves taking responsibility for LCCA’s teaching and learning, academic direction, and performance of the academic portfolio. You will be expected to be a visionary leader who thinks innovatively and creatively, whilst commanding the support and respect of both academic and professional staff. On a day-to-day level you will show leadership, direct operations, develop colleagues and grow the department. You will be target driven, familiar with the implementation and analysis of Key Performance Indicators and demonstrate academic integrity.

The post holder will contribute to the overarching aim of creating better opportunities with and for students, enabling more to achieve their goals. The role focuses specifically on removing inequalities that exist for students from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds, through institutional change programmes and bespoke student support initiatives.