Deputy Head of Operations

The Faculty of Health and Life Sciences brings together the academic disciplines of Life Sciences, Psychology, Nursing, Midwifery, Physiotherapy, Occupational Therapy and Paramedic Science, as well as Sport and Exercise Science, Coaching, Social Work and a vibrant programme of CPD activities particularly for the health disciplines. Across our teaching portfolio we support around 4500 students at both undergraduate and post-graduate level and we have a vibrant research culture. We are based at the Headington Campus (Gipsy Lane and Marston Road) as well as on our campus in Swindon, all of which encompass academic offices, teaching rooms as well as extensive lab facilities.

The Faculty is now looking for an enthusiastic, confident and experienced individual to join the Faculty as Deputy Head of Operations. You will have significant experience of administrative leadership and management and will understand how to operate effectively within a complex and changing environment. Working within a model of devolved leadership, you will be able to demonstrate your ability to innovate and to work collaboratively across the institution.

The Deputy Head of Operations has an important role in both the day-to-day running of the technical and administrative functions of the Faculty as delegated by the Head of Operations and to support the academic mission.

A wide-ranging understanding of the Higher Education environment would be a significant advantage for this role, to include Health and Safety aspects of the Faculty’s work, as well as the development, maintenance and utilisation of all aspects of the Faculty’s estate and physical resources.

The post holder must be able to build successful relationships within and outside the Faculty whilst also leading, managing and motivating the Faculty’s support staff in the delivery of efficient and cost-effective services whilst promoting a culture of continuous improvement and ensure the effective implementation of, and compliance with, University policies and procedures.

For informal enquiries and to discuss the role in more detail please contact the current Head of Operations, Alison Blair (ablair@brookes.ac.uk) or the Pro Vice-Chancellor/Dean, Professor Astrid Schloerscheidt (aschloerscheidt@brookes.ac.uk).

You will also enjoy the benefits of working at Oxford Brookes University with up to 38 days holiday, rising to 41 days holiday (this includes 13 Bank Holidays and Concessionary Days), a generous Local Government pension scheme (19.2% Employer contribution rate), cycle to work scheme and access to a variety of university facilities (Brookes Nursery, Gym and sports facilities).

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background. As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

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