Vice Principal – Student Engagement and Experience

• Location: London (multiple campuses)
• Reporting into: Principal
• Reporting lines: Academic Deans

Who we are

London College of Contemporary Arts (LCCA) offers our students a wide range of accredited programmes within the creative arts and contemporary business fields. With a broad network of industry connections, aided by our partnership with University of the Creative Arts and various other industry leading brands, we allow our students to get a real feel for working within the fashion, graphic design and the business space by embarking on a journey which is designed to meet our students’ academic and personal demands.

LCCA offers students a unique industry-centred exposure to get students ready for their next step by adopting blended learning approaches delivered via workshops, lectures, fieldtrips, seminars, hosting sector leading subject-matter renowned experts from around the world and various other networking opportunities - therefore adopting a practical approach in the delivery of our programmes.  

At the very heart of our vision is a student-centred learning and teaching methodology which is progressive, forward-thinking, modern, and designed to meet our learners’ needs.

Why join us:

LCCA is part of Global University Systems (GUS), which is an international network of higher education institutions, brought together by a shared passion for accessible, industry-relevant qualifications. At GUS, we’re focused on becoming one of the world’s most dynamic, inclusive and diverse education organisations! Our ambition is to engender a belief in learning for life and to stimulate growth through education. We foster in our students the spirit and the will, to advance themselves and to thrive in their communities.

We are bounded by our shared values­ – student focus, communication, collaboration, respect, competence, entrepreneurship, and integrity – are more than aspiration. We display and expect these beliefs and behaviours from our colleagues equally. Some of the benefits on offer are:

What we offer our colleagues:

• A flexible working model – we encourage flexible working to aid productivity and a healthy work-life balance.
• My Rewards Hub – handpicked discounts and deals from a wide and ever-growing list of providers
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) – a dedicated 24/7 access platform
• We support and promote our colleagues in achieving various academic and CPD opportunities via PGCertHE and Advanced HE followships.
• Training & Development opportunities on offer – this ranges from digital badges, in-house workshops and seminars hosted by world renowned subject matter experts.
• A great Refer-A-Friend (RAF) scheme in operation.
• Socials via ‘GOSH’: We love to celebrate events, our successes, recognise our colleagues for their contribution.
• Eye Care Vouchers

The Role

As Vice Principal, you will be a motivated individual who understands the value of good communications, management, quality assurance and the development of best practice in learning and teaching. You will have relevant experience of developing and managing programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels with the ability to lead a range of academic staff.

You will have a relevant profile, professional achievements and proven expertise in the practical aspects of the subjects along with excellent industry connections.

will contribute to the overarching aim of creating better opportunities with and for students, enabling more to achieve their goals. The role focuses specifically on removing inequalities that exist for students from underrepresented and disadvantaged backgrounds, through institutional change programmes and bespoke student support initiatives

The Ideal Candidate

The Vice-Principal will be forward-looking, with the ability to horizon-scan and plan ahead. They will identify dependencies, anticipate potential risks, issues, challenges and opportunities, and will take appropriate action as required.

The Vice Principal (Student Engagement & Experience) role will play a crucial role in ensuring that every student has outstanding student experience.  It will encompass responsibility for every stage of the student journey from transition through enrolment, induction, additional learning support, enrichment, tutorial, progression and destinations.

The role will lead on driving student success in the college and making a significant contribution in ensuring that LCCA is the college of choice in the communities it serves. The post holder will provide exceptional leadership across the organization working closely with the VP (Teaching and Learning) to ensure the achievement of the agreed educational vision, mission, strategy, and underpinning key performance indicators.

The Vice Principal (Student Engagement & Experience) will provide a clear vision of a value-driven college and ensure that all students and staff are safe and supported effectively in a fully inclusive environment. The role encompasses responsibility for ensuring the quality of the student journey enables students to fulfil their potential and progress successfully.

This role will include working closely with Academic and Support Services to ensure a consistent quality of experience across all college campuses.

Please note: Candidates must have the right to work in the UK. Only applicants shortlisted for interview will be contacted. We do not offer visa sponsorship.

It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at LCCA. Just click on the "Apply" button above. All you’ll need is an up-to-date CV outlining your interest in the role and how you meet the role’s criteria.

We acknowledge receipt of your resume for a position at LCCA and sincerely appreciate your interest in our company. We will screen all applicants and select candidates whose qualifications meet our requirements. We will carefully consider your application during the initial screening and will contact you if you are selected to continue for the next stage of the recruitment process. We wish you every success.

LCCA is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, or religion or belief.