Dean

LD Training has been ranked among the top institutions for student support, experience and employability outcomes. This achievement underscores our dedication to fostering a nurturing and empowering environment where students can achieve their fullest potential. We believe that education is not just about acquiring knowledge but also about developing the skills and confidence needed to navigate an ever-changing world. Our emphasis on innovation, collaboration, and practical learning ensures that graduates leave as well-rounded professionals, equipped to meet the challenges of the global workplace.

Founded in 2009 by Linda Johnson, LD Training Services has a proven track record of partnering with education institutions to deliver exceptional, high-quality qualifications and training programmes tailored to the specific needs of our students.

LD Training’s innovative delivery methods, combined with a student-centred approach, ensure that learners receive a comprehensive 360-degree educational experience. We are committed to preparing students for the modern workforce by prioritising employability and career progression with an emphasis on high level of student satisfaction.

At LD Training, we value strong, collaborative partnerships. We work closely with our stakeholders to drive shared success, leveraging our expertise to deliver outstanding educational outcomes. Our extensive network includes a broad spectrum of public and private sector organisations, from SMEs to global corporations, as well as charities and government bodies.

LD Training Services Limited (LDT) works in partnership with Leeds Trinity University and the University of Suffolk to deliver high-quality higher education programmes. With fully equipped campuses located in Stanmore (Head Office), Dudley, and Nottingham, LDT currently offers a range of Business, Management, and Marketing degrees with Foundation Year, as well as the IFA Direct programmes designed to enhance professional accounting knowledge and qualifications.

About the Position

The Dean will provide leadership and management oversight across our London, Dudley, and Nottingham Campuses, ensuring the delivery of high-quality University Partnerships, Higher National Certificates (HNC), and Higher National Diplomas (HND) in collaboration with partner colleges, with a strong focus on onward progression.

The role will be pivotal in enhancing an inclusive learning environment that supports all students, including those with additional learning needs, throughout their learning, teaching, and assessment. You will lead initiatives to improve accessibility for communities facing learning challenges, while also playing a central role in advancing the development of both higher and further education, contributing to the organisation's expansion in these areas.

Key responsibilities:

Overarching accountability for the academic function of the institution.

• Operational Leadership: Full responsibility and accountability for the success of the academic department. Provide effective ’hands on’ day-to-day operational leadership for the academic delivery of all courses across campuses, ensuring that Programme Leaders, Module Leaders and all Lecturers/Tutors whether full-time, fractional contract or part- time are fully managed, supported and aligned with the organisation’s goals.

• Strategic Contribution: Actively Contribute to the ongoing strategic direction as a member of the Senior Management Team (SMT), ensuring the delivery of the strategic plan with a particular focus on widening participation and accessibility to higher and further education

• Teaching & Learning Strategy: Implement and continuously develop the organisations Teaching & Learning Strategy, ensuring the delivery of the Strategic Plan with a particular focus on widening participation and accessibility to Higher and Further Education.

• Academic Standards: Ensure academic standards are met and enhanced through rigorous assessment processes, adhering to the criteria of collaborative partner universities.

• OFS Regulations: Responsible for leading operational and strategic initiatives to ensure full compliance with Office for Students (OfS) regulations and conditions of registration, including adherence to key performance measures and standards that uphold academic excellence.

• Student Engagement and Success: Work diligently to meet expectations regarding student attendance, retention, and progression, with a focus on supporting students from diverse and disadvantaged backgrounds.

• University/College Partnerships: Establish and maintain strong positive relationships with partner universities/colleges, serving as the primary point of contact for the College Liaison Tutors/Link Tutor.

• Teaching Commitment: Deliver approximately 5-6 hours of teaching per week in semesters, contributing to the academic programmes in line with expertise and responsibilities.

• Assessment Feedback and Moderation: Assist in marking assignments, assessments and examinations ensuring that feedback is constructive and supportive of student development along with leading on moderation responsibilities.

• Student Outcomes: The Dean will be responsible for establishing and implementing strategies to enhance academic performance, focusing on improving student progression and retention rates, pass rates, student outcomes, and the overall academic experience.

• Reporting: Compile accurate and timely reports on academic management and delivery for the Directors, aiding in briefings for the Governing and Advisory Boards.

• Committees: Attend and actively participate in all relevant internal and collaborative partner boards and committees: where relevant acting as Chair and lead.

• Staff Development: Foster a motivated and engaged faculty by promoting continuous professional development, with a focus on inclusive teaching practices including line management duties.

• Inclusive Environment: Promote a learning environment that is open, inclusive, diverse and respectful, ensuring that all students feel supported in their educational journey.

• Resource Utilisation: Encourage students to fully utilise the teaching and learning resources provided, particularly those that support students with SEN and learning difficulties.

• Student Experience: Ensure that the student experience is of the highest quality, particularly in areas of program delivery, teaching, pastoral care and career guidance.

About you 

• Master’s degree or PhD qualified 
• Excellent working knowledge of Virtual Learning Environments (Moodle, Brightspace etc), Advanced working knowledge of MS Office and knowledge of student management system.
• Have a proven track record of success in Further/Higher Education and possess tangible academic leadership skills developed in academic/teaching/training environment.
• Experience working with students with additional support needs and a commitment to inclusive education and widening participation

You will offer 

• Visionary leadership and Operational Management.
• Decisiveness with a focus on delivery, responsibility, and accountability.
• the ability to engender a culture of delivery, responsibility and accountability.
• Excellent Negotiation and Teamwork abilities.
• Positive engagement and interaction with external stakeholders.
• Strong project management skills with a track record of successful project deliver.
• Commitment to the organisation’s culture and values.upport the needs of the business.

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If you have the relevant skills and experience, click the apply button above and email your CV and Covering Letter, explaining how you meet the requirements for the role. Your CV and Covering Letter (of less than 500 words) should be sent as one PDF document. 

Applications are reviewed by the team as received, apply now to be considered.