Head of Academic Quality

Starting salary from £59,135 - £62,727 per annum with further progression opportunities to £72,723

Ref: ASE151

Bournemouth University’s vision is worldwide recognition as a leading university for inspiring learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society through the fusion of education, research and practice. Our highly skilled and creative workforce is comprised of individuals drawn from a broad cross section of the globe, who reflect a variety of backgrounds, talents, perspectives and experiences that help to build our global learning community.

We are seeking an exceptional candidate with the expertise, skills and personal attributes to bring inspirational leadership and strategic direction to the Academic Quality team in Academic Services. This integrated team is responsible for the delivery of high-quality support to Faculties and academic partners to ensure the effective implementation of the University’s quality assurance and enhancement framework.

You will lead the delivery of user-focused, integrated services which support the vision of the University as set out in BU 2025. As a member of the executive team, you will contribute to the strategic development of Academic Services, and the achievement of Academic Services’ plans and priorities.

You will have a professional background in HE and significant experience at a senior level of strategic leadership and management in a similar academic quality context. You will have experience of taking a lead role in the management and development of enabling institution-wide quality frameworks and processes, and a track record of implementing continuous enhancement.

You should have an in-depth knowledge and understanding of the current regulatory framework for HE including the Office for Students conditions of registration, and relevant sector developments together with substantial experience of leading process improvements that deliver efficiencies and transform service delivery. Excellent interpersonal, influencing and communication skills are essential as well as the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders and partners.

To find out more about this exciting opportunity, please contact Jacky Mack, Academic Registrar on 01202 961246 or email jmack@bournemouth.ac.uk

A detailed job description and person specification are available from our website https://www.bournemouth.ac.uk/head-academic-quality-0 together with an online application form. Alternatively, please telephone 01202 961133 (24-hour answerphone) quoting the appropriate reference (ASE151). 

BU values and is committed to an inclusive working environment. We seek a diverse community through attracting, developing and retaining staff from different backgrounds to contribute to inspirational learning, advancing knowledge and enriching society. To support and enable our staff to achieve a balance between work and their personal lives, we will also consider proposals for flexible working or job share arrangements.

Closing date: (Midnight) Sunday 16 February 2020. 

Interview date: Thursday 12 March 2020.

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