Dean of Academic Strategy - Camberwell, Chelsea and Wimbledon Colleges

Working with the PVC/Head of College, the Dean of Academic Strategy provides leadership of the delivery and development of the Camberwell, Chelsea and Wimbledon academic strategy in relation to the University of the Arts London UAL strategy (2) and the complementary College vision.

The Dean of Academic Strategy is responsible for academic aspects of the College Annual Operating Plan, including the deployment of resources to ensure a dynamic, high-quality and inclusive academic provision that enhances and improves the student experience. This will include strategic input into student number planning, development and delivery of strategies for learning and teaching, retention and achievement and leading on an effective framework for quality assurance and enhancement. You will also have oversight of staff development activities and of the College s academic governance structures.

The role will be working across the 3 Colleges and a dedicated Foundation Centre: Camberwell College of Arts, a renowned art and design college driving positive social impact through art and design; Chelsea College of Arts, one of London s most prestigious art and design colleges; Wimbledon College of Arts, which has an international reputation for producing performance graduates; and the Foundation Centre in Camberwell where the 3 colleges run a joint Foundation Diploma in Art & Design.

Why join us?

University of the Arts London is the world s second University for Art and Design in the QS World University Rankings 2021. Our diverse and talented community comprises over 5,000 academic, professional, and technical staff. Together we are committed to social purpose. This includes creating a better a more sustainable world and championing race equality.

The creative skills that UAL teaches are more essential and in demand than ever before. This is a very exciting time to join the University and our 3 Colleges. UAL has recently launched a new 10-year strategy which sets out our plans for the future. At the heart of the strategy is collaboration and using our research to help solve great challenges like economic inequality, climate change, disinformation and racial injustice.

We believe that creativity has a strong contribution to make to address global challenges and aim to empower our graduates to be change makers and leading practitioners in their field. To do this, we must practice the values we want to see in the world by reimagining and regenerating creativity s purpose whilst centering an inclusive and equitable student and staff experience at the heart of our mission.

We offer highly creative working environments that inspire staff across all areas to fulfil their potential to further develop their skills and expertise. We also offer hybrid and flexible working practices, and excellent staff benefits to improve your work life balance.

Your profile

You will have extensive experience of national and global art and design education, and the internal and external policies that shape it. You will also have experience of developing new curricula and other academic initiatives, and of shaping and influencing developments within organisations.

The successful candidate will be recognised as a leading authority in their subject or profession with widespread public or professional recognition within their institution and amongst external peers based on demonstrated expertise. You will have a substantial record of teaching, research and/or professional practice in one or more of the College's specialist areas, along with a demonstrable knowledge of academic provision, trends and issues in Universities. Your application will also need to demonstrate experience of formulating strategic directions and influencing developments.

In return, University of the Arts London offers generous leave, an attractive salary and pension plus a commitment to your continuing personal development and training in an environment that encourages excellence, creativity and diversity.

For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, and the Applicant Information pack, please click the apply button.

Closing date: 26 September :55.
Interviews are scheduled to take place weeks commencing 17th or 24th October.

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn - a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.