Deputy Dean - Teaching and Learning

As the Deputy Dean of Teaching and Learning in the School of Health, Life Sciences, and Education, you will enhance the quality and inclusivity of teaching and learning experiences for all students.

The role offers the opportunity to drive innovative, student-centred educational practices, and advocate for pedagogical advancements and digital learning. You will also lead the implementation of the University’s Learning and Teaching Strategy within the School.

The ideal candidate will be a dedicated educator and strategic leader, passionate about fostering high-quality, inclusive learning experiences and supporting staff development to foster a transformative academic environment.

If you have the skills and passion for teaching and learning and are ready to make a difference, then apply now and join us.

Interviews are scheduled to be held on the 5th and 6th of December.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days’ paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers’ Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions – 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology home and cycle
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Free on-site gym membership

Closing Date: 20 November 2024

How to apply: Please click 'Apply’ to be redirected to our website, where you can download an application pack.

Standard Information: UCB is an equal opportunities employer.

University College Birmingham is proud to have been voted 5^th in the Post Graduate Education category in the prestigious 2024 Whatuni Student Choice Awards. The awards are voted for and by students showcasing the incredible relationships we foster here at University College Birmingham between Staff and Students. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.  

University College Birmingham has a unique collaborative partnership with the University of Warwick - Ranked ninth in the 2024 Guardian League Tables and 67th in the World QS University Rankings 2024.  

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