Firmenlogo

Hybrid Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education and Students) na Bath Spa University

Bath Spa University · Bath, Reino Unido · Hybrid

Candidatar-se agora
We are seeking an ambitious, values-driven, and highly motivated leader to join our Executive Board as Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education and Students).

In this vital senior role, you will work closely with the Vice-Chancellor and the wider leadership team to deliver our Strategy 2030 and ensure all Bath Spa students — wherever they are in the world — benefit from an outstanding education and transformative student experience.

 As Deputy Vice-Chancellor, you will create and lead BSU’s external offer, fusing teaching and learning, research, and knowledge exchange to meet the needs of a diverse and evolving student population, as well as the core economy.

About the Role

This is a highly visible leadership post with responsibilities that include:
  • Supporting the VC to develop and deliver Strategy 2030
  • Taking responsibility for key supporting strategies including our Education, Research and Knowledge Exchange strategies
  • Driving student experience and outcomes for both home and international learners across all locations
  • Leading our Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) submission
  • Representing the University externally and chairing key internal governance groups including Academic Board and the University Executive Board
  • Deputising for the Vice-Chancellor and line managing senior academic and professional colleagues
This is a unique opportunity to help shape the future of BSU — making a tangible difference to our students, our staff, and the communities we serve.

About You

  • A confident, collaborative, and strategic leader who has a strong track record in senior leadership within the higher education sector
  • Proven experience in leading high-performing teams and delivering impactful outcomes, alongside a demonstrated ability to develop relationships with external partners, particularly at a local and regional level
  • A deep commitment to enhancing the student experience, and a student-centred approach
  • Practical approach to problem-solving and the ability to remain calm under pressure
  • Self-motivated, ambitious, and demonstrate resilience and determination in your leadership style
  • A professorial title and familiarity with local planning regulations and contracts would be a bonus, although not essential

Additional Information

Salary: Competitive

Interview date: 22nd September

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including
  • Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
  • Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
  • Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme 
  • Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
  • Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
  • Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app
For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.
Candidatar-se agora

Outros empregos