At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead academic programmes and enhance student success at a forward-thinking university.
- Company: Join Arden University, a multi-award-winning institution passionate about innovation in education.
- Benefits: Enjoy 30 days holiday, a generous pension plan, and free courses for you and your family.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to accessible education and continuous improvement.
- Why this job: Shape the future of higher education and make a real impact on students' lives.
- Qualifications: Master’s degree and significant leadership experience in higher education required.
The predicted salary is between 87975 - 87975 £ per year.
Salary: £87,975 London weighting: £4,000 per annum (If applicable)
Employment type: Permanent
Hours per week: 37
Reporting into: Dean of Faculty of Foundation Studies
Faculty: Foundation Studies
This role operates on a hybrid working arrangement that will involve a split between remote working and working on site at one of our UK campuses. This may fluctuate in line with business requirements.
About Arden University
We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education, by leading the thoughtful integration of AI into teaching and learning and equipping our students to thrive in an AI-enabled world.
About our Faculty
The Faculty of Foundation Studies is Arden University’s academic gateway into higher education, supporting students from admission and induction through to achievement, progression and future success. Bringing together Foundation Year, Foundation Degree, new-student induction and academic admissions activity, the Faculty provides accessible and inclusive pathways for students from a wide range of educational, personal and professional backgrounds. Our purpose is to widen participation while ensuring every student is prepared to succeed.
About the Opportunity
This is an exciting opportunity to join Arden University’s academic leadership team as Associate Dean (Academic Programmes and Student Success), helping shape the future of the Faculty and deliver our ambitious vision for higher education. Working closely with the Dean, you will translate strategic priorities into meaningful action, driving excellence in student experience, academic outcomes and faculty performance.
About You
We are looking for an experienced and forward-thinking academic leader with a strong commitment to academic excellence, student success and innovation. You will bring a clear strategic vision, the ability to lead complex change and a proven track record of developing teams and improving outcomes across higher education.
- Essential requirements:
- A Master’s degree or equivalent in a relevant discipline, with a strong record of research, scholarly activity or pedagogic practice.
- Recognised higher education teaching qualification and/or professional recognition (e.g. PG Cert HE, FHEA, SFHEA, PFHEA, QTS or QTLS).
- Significant senior-level academic leadership and management experience within higher education, including quality assurance and accreditation.
- Proven success in leading Faculty-wide initiatives that improve student experience, student outcomes and academic quality.
- Strong understanding of higher education policy, sector challenges, teaching and assessment practices, and digital learning technologies.
- Experience leading and developing diverse teams, managing complex change and supporting staff recruitment and development.
- Ability to use data, performance metrics and student feedback to inform strategic decisions and drive continuous improvement.
- A strong record of achievement in education, research, professional practice or knowledge exchange.
- Excellent strategic planning, analytical, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
- Desirable requirements:
- A PhD or other Level 7 qualification.
- Professor status in a relevant discipline.
- A management qualification or training demonstrating leadership capability.
- Evidence of playing a key role in the development and delivery of high-quality academic programmes.
Why Arden
At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits.
- 30 days holiday + bank holidays on-top, and even a Christmas closure!
- A generous Aviva pension plan, company contributions starting from 7%
- BUPA Cash Plan Private Medical Insurance coverage (applies to certain job roles)
- Access to Perkbox benefits
- Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for all family and friends
- Plus, other excellent benefits
- Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education
Our Values Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you.
Closing Date: 12th November
Equity, Diversity & Inclusion
Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups.
Associate Dean - Faculty of Foundation Studies in London employer: Arden University Ltd.
Arden University is an innovative and award-winning institution that prioritises accessibility and inclusivity in higher education. As an Associate Dean, you will join a collaborative academic community dedicated to student success, with excellent benefits including generous holiday allowances, a robust pension plan, and opportunities for professional development. With a commitment to removing barriers to learning and a focus on integrating AI into education, Arden offers a dynamic work environment where your contributions can truly make a difference.
