Executive Dean: Higher Education

Criteria / Essential/Desirable / Method of Assessment
Qualification
PhD or Professional Doctorate in a relevant academic area. / E / Application Form and Certificates
PGCE or other equivalent teaching Qualification. / E / Application Form and Certificates
Knowledge and Experience
Proven track record of management of a large and diverse team. / E / Application Form/Assessment Centre
Successful and recent experiencein all aspects of quality processes including assurance and enhancement. A full and through understanding of the QAA code and its practical implementation is crucial. / E / Application Form/Assessment Centre
Experience of strategic planning to deliver sustainable organisational improvement. / E / Application Form/Assessment Centre
Significant recent management and leadership experienceacross the full breadth of the Qualifications Framework. / E / Application Form
Demonstrable experience of effective resource delivery. / D / Application Form/Assessment Centre
Experience of effective staff development and appraisal. / D / Application Form
A demonstrable track record of publications and / or evidence of esteem in a professional context. / E / Application Form
Have significant experience of strategic leadership and demonstrate a successful track record of collaborative working internally and externally. / E / Application Form / Assessment Centre
Skills and Abilities
Demonstration of curriculum development linked to employer needs and student employability. / E / Assessment Centre
Excellent interpersonal, leadership and high level communication skills, including the ability to support, motivate and inspire teams and individuals. / E / Application Form/Assessment Centre
Evidence of successful leadership of a dynamic academic and business support staff to deliver high quality education and training. / E / Assessment Centre
Proven ability to bring new ideas and initiatives that enhance the curriculum offer and overall student experience. / E / Assessment Centre
Proven ability of the use of IT Systems including utilising computerised management information systems analytically. / E / Assessment Centre
Other
Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. / E / Application Form and Assessment Centre
Demonstrate a commitment to Equality and Diversity. / E / Assessment Centre
Willing to work flexibly. / E / Assessment Centre
Willing to undertake national and International travel as required. / E / Application Form

February 2018