At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support academic staff in Social Sciences and Humanities while driving departmental change.
- Company: Join a dynamic university with a focus on arts, business, and social sciences.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, health perks, flexible working, and professional development opportunities.
- Other info: Temporary role with excellent career growth and support networks.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education and shape the future of diverse disciplines.
- Qualifications: Proven academic leadership and relevant qualifications in your field.
The predicted salary is between 59966 - 69487 £ per year.
Location: Wolverhampton Campus
Faculty/Department: Faculty of Arts, Business and Social Sciences
Contract Type: Temporary
Salary: £59,966 - £69,487 pa
Closing Date: 10/08/2026
Job Reference: 14817
Role Overview
The interim Head of Department will line manage and offer support to academic staff, whilst providing the knowledge and expertise to support the leadership of localized development and change. This is an interim leadership role that is responsible for providing direction and having oversight of the responsibilities, purpose and function of the school to deliver the University's strategic plan. The interim Head of Department will primarily oversee the Humanities subject area but will be expected to contribute to the broader school management that could cover Creative Industries and Social Sciences if needed.
Key Responsibilities
- Line manage and support academic staff
- Provide direction and oversight of the school's responsibilities, purpose and function
- Support the Deputy Head of School and Head of School to ensure diverse disciplines are delivered efficiently and effectively
- Oversee the Humanities subject area primarily
- Contribute to broader school management covering Creative Industries and Social Sciences if needed
- Work across all campus locations
Requirements
- Track record of academic leadership
- Personal credibility in a discipline within the school in terms of teaching, learning, research and knowledge exchange
- Good first degree or equivalent Masters degree in a relevant subject to the school
- Membership and experience of working with industry and relevant professional bodies
- Experience of partnerships and transnational education
Work Arrangement
Interim role for six months in the first instance. Based in Wolverhampton but expected to work across all campus locations.
Benefits
- Competitive Compensation: Competitive salaries
- Standard Life Pension scheme – with employer contribution of up to 12% to the University's defined contribution scheme
- Health & Wellbeing Support: 24/7 access to EAP service, free counselling sessions, wellbeing support resources and Occupational Health Service
- Gym memberships discounts at Walsall Campus and discounts at WV Active sites in Wolverhampton
- Free eVoucher for eye tests and glasses contribution
- Free flu vaccinations for staff
- Paycare Health Benefit Plan – Covers optical, dental, physiotherapy, and personal accident insurance
- Chaplaincy & Prayer Rooms – Access to multi-faith chaplaincy services
- Leave & Flexibility: Generous Annual Leave
- Flexible & Hybrid working arrangements
- Free On-site Parking across campuses
- Additional Benefits: Long Service Recognition – £200 gift voucher, certificate, and afternoon tea with Vice Chancellor for 25 & 40 years of service
- Free Will Writing Service – Complimentary will drafting for employees and their partners
- IT & Mobile Discounts – EE Perk (20% off for family & friends) & software discounts
- Cycle Benefits Scheme – Save up to 42% on a bike & accessories via salary sacrifice
- Tusker Electric Vehicle Scheme – Electric cars via salary sacrifice
- Employee Discounts – Savings on groceries, fashion, and entertainment
- Travel Discounts – Up to 10% off holidays through Sodexo Circles
Training and Development
- Staff Network and Inclusion – Access to support networks and events with LGBTQ+, Global Majority, Disability, and Women's networks
- Library Access – Staff have access to books and resources at onsite libraries
- Staff Scholarship Scheme – Funding for part-time higher education, up to PhD level
- Leadership and Management Development – Access to training opportunities to support career advancement
Contact for Further Information
Lindsey Chambers, Head of the School of Social Science, Humanities and Creative Industries
Email: L.Chambers3@wlv.ac.uk
Telephone: 01902 321970
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