Director of Health and Wellbeing

We are the University of Cumbria, for and from Cumbria and our localities, rooted in serving our communities, with people, place and partnership at our heart. The multi-award-winning University of Cumbria is a wonderful blend of old and new, founded on a rich educational history with institutions dating back more than 150 years. 

Now is a very exciting time to be joining us because we are reviewing our "Towards 2030" strategic plan focused on making the most of our three most valuable assets; People, Place and Partnerships, to be a catalyst for economic well-being for our region, nationally and internationally. 

We are seeking an innovative, experienced and creative individual to lead a range of professions including Nursing, Midwifery, Psychology and Psychological Therapies, Sport and Wellbeing and Social Work, Children and Families. To foster a culture of exploration, discovery and intellectual challenge that generates international recognition, respect and engagement.

The university has made significant investment in its campuses in Carlisle, Lancaster and the new campus in Barrow. The campuses will continue to develop, and you will have a lead role in shaping our activities on all campuses.

We are looking for an experienced academic leader in an area relevant to Nursing, Midwifery, Psychology and Psychological Therapies, Sport and Wellbeing and Social Work, Children and Families. Who is registered with a relevant PSRB. You will have substantial experience of leading on the implementation of university strategic objectives in relation to student experience and outcomes; research and knowledge exchange; financial management; and staff experience and wellbeing. You will have a track record of working with senior external partners from health and/or social care and co-creating contemporary portfolio with them. 

Informal Enquiries: Karen Stansfield | Dean of the Institute of Health | karen.stansfield@cumbria.ac.uk

If you are interested in being part of the senior leadership team within the Institute of Health. Leading these professional groups and creating an innovative portfolio, working with senior regional health leaders and leading on creating exceptional student experience and outcomes, then we would love to hear from you. 

In return, the University offers an attractive benefits package including 35 days' annual leave plus bank holidays, 25 research and scholarly activity days, support for professional development, support to achieve Higher Education Academy/Advance HE accreditation, mentor provision in the first year of employment and opportunity for career development.

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