Head of Educational Policy and Inclusion

Overview

The opportunity

This is a rare opportunity to shape how inclusion, access and success are experienced across one of the world’s most influential creative universities.

As Head of Educational Policy and Inclusion, you will lead the design and delivery of an institution-wide approach to student inclusion and success at University of the Arts London. Working with senior leaders and external partners, you will shape policy and practice that ensures all students can thrive and succeed.

You will be responsible for developing and implementing the University’s Access and Participation Plan (APP) and for ensuring that our educational policies and evaluation practices reflect our commitment to equity and belonging. You will bring together insight, research and data to influence decision-making and ensure that every intervention has a measurable impact on student outcomes.

This is a strategic and collaborative leadership role at the heart of UAL’s academic mission. You will work across our six Colleges and central teams to create a coherent policy environment that promotes innovation, supports excellence in teaching and learning, and enhances the experience and success of all students.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of an institution-wide approach to student inclusion and success at University of the Arts London.
• Develop and implement the University’s Access and Participation Plan (APP) and ensure educational policies and evaluation reflect equity and belonging.
• Bring together insight, research and data to influence decision-making and ensure interventions have a measurable impact on student outcomes.
• Work across six Colleges and central teams to create a coherent policy environment that promotes innovation and supports excellence in teaching and learning.
• Enhance the experience and success of all students through policy and practice.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of educational policy and inclusion within UK Higher Education, with a proven ability to lead change that improves access, participation and student success.
• Experience in data-informed decision-making and the ability to present evidence and insights to influence senior leaders and shape strategy.
• Track record of leading teams, managing complex projects and developing inclusive approaches that deliver meaningful outcomes.
• Experience planning and managing resources, engaging effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and contributing to institutional strategy.
• Clear communicator and inclusive leader, motivated by creating equity of opportunity and driving forward positive change in Higher Education.

About UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

Application details

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Closing date: 23:55, 4th November 2025.

If you have any general questions or have accessibility needs, please contact AGstaffrecruitment@arts.ac.uk

The University 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.