At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead strategic initiatives in learning and teaching to enhance academic quality.
- Company: Middlesex University, a diverse and inclusive workplace committed to equity.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, generous leave, pension, and flexible working options.
- Other info: Join a supportive community with excellent career development opportunities.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on student outcomes and drive educational innovation.
- Qualifications: Senior leadership experience in higher education and a strong record of strategic change.
The predicted salary is between 54000 - 66000 £ per year.
As we deliver our ambitious Strategy 2031, we are seeking an exceptional Director of Learning and Teaching to provide strategic leadership for learning, teaching and academic enhancement across the University. We value diversity and strive to create a fairer, more equitable work environment for our staff and students. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, staff diversity networks, campus facilities and services to support staff from different backgrounds. Middlesex is home to a diverse community of professionals. We are a bronze award holder of the Athena Swan Charter and the Race Equality Charter, a Stonewall Top 100 employer and Gold award holder in 2023, and a Disability Confident Leader.
You will bring:
- Significant senior leadership experience in learning and teaching, academic enhancement or educational development within higher education
- A strong record of delivering strategic change and improving educational quality and student outcomes
- A deep understanding of curriculum design, pedagogy, assessment and quality enhancement
- Knowledge of the UK's higher education regulatory environment, including the Office for Students, Ofsted, and professional, statutory and regulatory bodies
- Proven track record in driving pedagogic innovation, quality enhancement, leading academic developments, and fostering cultures of teaching excellence
- An understanding of digital education and the opportunities presented by emerging technologies, including artificial intelligence
- Excellent interpersonal skills, political awareness and the ability to build trusted relationships across diverse stakeholder groups
You will lead work in relation to curriculum enhancement, academic quality, and access and participation, ensuring our provision meets and exceeds measures of quality (e.g., good student outcomes), while responding to the rapidly evolving higher education landscape.
In return, we offer a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package, including generous annual leave, pension arrangements, flexible working opportunities and a supportive, inclusive working environment.
Director of Learning and Teaching employer: MIDDLESEX UNIVERSITY
Middlesex University is an excellent employer that fosters a vibrant and inclusive work culture, encouraging creativity and collaboration among its staff. Located at the Hendon campus, employees benefit from flexible working arrangements and numerous opportunities for professional development, making it an ideal place for those looking to grow in the field of digital content creation. With a focus on innovation and student engagement, working here means being part of a dynamic team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in education.
