Associate Dean of School

The University of Central Lancashire is working with local partners to develop a modern, innovative veterinary programme, focussed on producing clinically competent, compassionate, and pragmatic graduates. The School of Veterinary Medicine believes that everyone, regardless of background, has an opportunity to turn their aspirations of a career in animal care into a reality. To support this ambition, we've recently developed and launched a new, creative curriculum, supported by significant investment in clinical skills facilities, and the development of an outstanding placements network.

Working with the Dean, as part of the School Leadership Team, the post holder will contribute to the School's and University's vision and strategy, helping us deliver an outstanding student experience, grow our income, shape our new educational offer to our learners, foster a supportive and empowering culture for colleagues, and improve student outcome and experience metrics.

You will work closely with the Dean, Associate Deans and Professional Services colleagues to develop and manage income generation and academic development activities. The post holder will be expected to lead on designated areas of course development delivered within the School, and to lead, manage and support other team members. You will have an experience of leadership and academic delivery in a Higher Education environment and will be keen to lead and manage a portfolio of academic and strategic activity.

A strong record of successful academic leadership in Veterinary Medicine and/or Animal Sciences, or a related field including teaching, assessment, and portfolio development.
Experience of QA&E and regulatory processes and procedures related to management of course quality and delivery
Credible and well-respected professional track record within the area as evidenced by professional recognition, networks and/or involvement with outside bodies relevant to the School's area of expertise
Strong interpersonal skills and be self-motivated, self-reliant and proactive in supporting and developing a positive team culture
Doctorate in a Veterinary school subject discipline and Senior Fellow of Advance HE (SFHEA), Disability Confident
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