Associate Dean - Programmes

Role Type: Permanent/ Full time – 40 hours per week

Location: The Music Box, London, SE1 0LR

Salary: Competitive 

London College of Contemporary Music (LCCM) 

Our students absolutely love The Music Box, our custom built six-storey creative hub in Central London featuring recording studios and a fully licensed entertainment venue as well as classrooms, performance and practice rooms, Mac labs, piano rooms and soundproofed practice booths. 

We already have a reputation for attracting, nurturing and producing switched on, industry ready talent. Our graduates are musicians, songwriters and producers working with the likes of George Ezra, Jalen Ngonda, & Jordan Rakei; artists in their own right such as Tom Walker, Annatoria, Joy Anonymous or Rhys Lewis and rising executives at leading music companies like Warner, Universal, Sony and Live Nation. 

Music can be the great leveler. We are committed to supporting and nurturing talent from all backgrounds, fostering creativity and communication skills, transforming lives and the industry by preparing our students for success in a future music industry that they will help shape. If this is a vision you can lead and deliver, please get in touch, we’d love to hear from you. 

SUMMARY OF ROLE: 

Are you an experienced academic leader with a passion for student-centred learning and programme excellence? London College of Contemporary Music (LCCM) is seeking an Associate Dean - Programmes to lead and oversee the development and delivery of our higher education programmes. This is a key leadership role responsible for enhancing student experience, improving retention and attainment, and ensuring academic excellence across the College’s portfolio. 

As the Associate Dean - Programmes, you will provide strategic leadership for LCCM’s academic programmes, ensuring they align with the College’s student-focused vision and industry expectations. You will work closely with Programme Leaders and the Academic Dean to enhance pedagogy, curriculum, and assessment, while driving improvements in student engagement and outcomes. 

Your role will involve collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including partner institutions, industry professionals, and regulatory bodies, to maintain the highest standards of teaching and learning. You will also contribute to resource planning, staff development, and strategic initiatives that support institutional growth. 

Your main responsibilities will include the following: 

• Lead and manage LCCM’s higher education programmes, ensuring alignment with academic and strategic priorities.
• Drive student engagement and experience strategies to enhance learning outcomes and career readiness.
• Work closely with Programme Leaders to oversee curriculum delivery, assessment, and quality assurance.
• Manage resource planning, including staff recruitment, workload allocation, and facilities management.
• Oversee student interviews, academic misconduct investigations, and student recruitment processes.
• Maintain high academic standards through teaching observations, feedback, and staff development initiatives.
• Support the integration of innovative learning technologies and contemporary teaching methodologies.
• Engage in professional development and research, ensuring teaching practices remain at the forefront of higher education trends.
• Collaborate with GUS Group partners to strengthen academic and industry relationships.
• Deputise for the Academic Dean as required, providing strategic input on academic governance and institutional growth. 

Essential Requirements: 

• A higher degree in a relevant subject area or in higher education teaching.
• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (or equivalent professional recognition).
• Experience in evaluating and enhancing higher education teaching.
• Proven ability to lead teams in improving teaching and assessment standards.
• Strong track record of developing academic programmes and fostering collaboration among faculty members. 

Essential Skills & Knowledge: 

• Knowledge of Office for Students (OfS) conditions of registration related to academic quality and student outcomes.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with stakeholders to drive change and achieve strategic goals.
• Ideally high levels of energy, resilience, and self-motivation.
• A positive and adaptable approach, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of widening participation and its role in student success. 

What we offer our Colleagues: 

• 20 days annual leave
• Pension 5% personal contribution & 3% Company contribution
• Season Ticket Loan (T&C's apply)
• Vision Express Eye Care Vouchers
• Training & Development opportunities (T&C's apply)
• Staff Discount Scheme – via My Rewards Hub, from various retailers – Fashion, Grocery, Health & Beauty, Travel, Automotive, Furniture, Dining, Sports and Leisure, Electronics etc
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Refer a friend scheme for staff members (T&Cs apply).
• Social events on campus and through GUS Social Committee "GOSH - GUS on Staff Happiness 

Why Join Us? 

LCCM is dedicated to shaping the future of contemporary music education, and this role offers an exciting opportunity to influence and enhance our academic programmes. You will join a forward-thinking institution that values innovation, excellence, and student success. 

To apply: 

It’s quick and easy to apply for a role at LCCM. 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. 

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 sponsorships. 

We acknowledge receipt of your CV for a position at LCCM 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. 

LCCM 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 

At LCCM, we anticipate that we will retain your data as part of the recruitment process for no longer than is necessary for the purpose for which it has been collected unless we have sought your consent to keep your data on file for future job vacancies.