Associate Dean (Education)

Closing Date: 18/11/2026 The University of Sheffield is a remarkable place to work. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Their diverse backgrounds, abilities and beliefs make Sheffield a world-class university. We offer a fantastic range of benefits including a highly competitive annual leave entitlement (with the ability to purchase more), a generous pensions scheme, flexible working opportunities, a commitment to your development and wellbeing, a wide range of retail discounts, and much more. Find out more about our benefits (opens in a new window) and join us to become part of something special. Overview The Associate Dean Education is the strategic lead on the School Executive Team responsible for the delivery of the component elements of the Education pillar. More broadly the Associate Dean supports theDean in delivering a range of collective and individual activity within the school designed to improve all aspects of the Schools performance in Education and Student Experience. Excellent academic leadership is critical to the University of Sheffield's vision of life-enhancing, research, innovation, and education. Each member of the School Executive Team plays a vital role in creating an inclusive environment where staff and students can succeed and flourish. The Associate Dean of Education will need to be a role model, manager, mentor, and coach into order to build a diverse community of staff and students. They will also be a member of the Faculty Education Committee to facilitate collaboration with other Directors of Education andensure appropriate alignment and governance. The University of Sheffield has an established Academic Career Pathway, which is built upon our shared understanding of what it means to be an academic in an ambitious, research-intensive institution like the University of Sheffield. As a Chair (Teaching income generation; knowledge exchange, engagement and impact activity; external networks nationally and internationally; and other indicators of esteem). Have a proven track record of delivery in a strategic leadership role in a business or management school and be able to evidence an ability to lead change. Be ambitious, with the vision, drive and motivation to further develop, promote and deliver the Education strategy for the School which will enable it to achieve a further step-change in its performance and reputation. Possess highly-developed leadership skills. Knowledge of, and experience of playing a key role in meeting the standards and requirements of relevant professional body and international accreditations (AMBA, AACSB, EQUIS). Proven ability to build and sustain high performing teams and to develop the capacity/performance of individual staff. Experience of designing, developing and delivering teaching programmes to ensure consistently high quality teaching, learning and student support. Demonstrable commitment to continuous improvement, with experience of critically reviewing and assessing existing teaching programmes with evidence of positive change/impact. Evidence of continual development of own teaching practice and that of others leading to improved delivery and outcomes. An understanding of and demonstrable commitment to promoting and embedding equality, diversity and inclusion principles and practices and demonstration of capacity to meet the educational needs of a diversity of learners. Excellent understanding of the Higher Education regulatory and governance environment, with experience in leading strategic action plans in relation to key measures (for example NSS, TEF, KEF). Ability to mentor and motivate colleagues in developing their research or scholarship plans, curriculum innovation and teaching portfolios in line with the School and Faculty strategies, and contribute to their wider professional development and pastoral care. Show high levels of personal integrity and strong professional reputation. Considerable experience of working effectively both independently and collaboratively in research, leadership and teaching teams. Excellent communication, ambassadorial and diplomatic skills. Evidence of the ability to work to and meet deadlines, adapt to rapidly changing contexts and manage a number of competing demands. An understanding and experience of leading and delivering initiatives to enhance student employability in a national and international landscape. An understanding of the opportunities for digital innovation in education and experience Further Information Grade Professorial Equivalent Work arrangement Full-time Line manager Dean of School Direct reports TBC Right to work in the UK If you do not currently hold the right to work in the UK, you can find more information here to help determine your visa eligibility. Additional guidance is also available on the UK visa and immigration website . Our website management For informal enquiries about this job contact Professor Eleanor Davies, Dean, Sheffield University Management School, Next steps in the recruitment process It is anticipated that the selection process will take place during the week commencing 11th January 2027. This will consist of a Stakeholder engagement exercise and interview. We plan to let candidates know if they have progressed to the selection stage during the week commencing 7th December 2026. If you need any support, equipment or adjustments to enable you to participate in any element of the recruitment process you can contact . A minimum of 41 days annual leave including bank holiday and closure days (pro rata) with the ability to purchase more. Flexible working opportunities, including hybrid working for some roles. A wide range of discounts and rewards on shopping, eating out and travel. A variety of staff networks, providing opportunities for social interaction, peer support and personal development (for example, Race Equality, LGBT+, Women’s and Parent’s networks). Recognition Awards to reward staff who go above and beyond in their role. A commitment to your development access to learning and mentoring schemes; integrated with our Academic Career Pathways. A range of generous family-friendly policies paid time off for parenting and caring emergencies access to menopause support in the workplace paid time off and support for fertility treatment and more We are a Disability Confident Leader (opens in a new window). If you have a disability and meet the essential criteria for this job you will be invited to take part in the next stage of the selection process. Closing Date :18/11/2026 We are a research university with a global reputation for excellence. Our ideas and expertise change the world for the better, making a real difference to society. We know that when people come together with different views, approaches and insights it can lead to richer, more creative and innovative teaching and research and the highest levels of student experience. Our University Vision ( www.sheffield.ac.uk/vision ) outlines our commitment to building a diverse community of staff and students that recognises and values the abilities, backgrounds, beliefs and ways of living for everyone. The University of Sheffield Western Bank Sheffield S10 2TN #J-18808-Ljbffr