Associate Dean - Teaching and Learning

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: 

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 

Are you passionate about shaping the future of higher education in contemporary music? Do you have the leadership skills to drive excellence in learning and teaching? London College of Contemporary Music (LCCM) is seeking an Associate Dean of Learning & Teaching to play a key role in enhancing the academic experience of our students and ensuring the highest quality of learning, teaching, and assessment. 

About the Role 

As the Associate Dean of Learning & Teaching, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to support the development and delivery of exceptional teaching practices. You will work closely with the Academic Dean to oversee curriculum development, academic staff training, and innovative teaching methodologies. Your efforts will directly contribute to maintaining regulatory compliance and ensuring an outstanding student experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support academic staff in delivering high-quality teaching, assessment, and curriculum development.
• Implement and enhance best practices in learning, teaching, and assessment across the College.
• Develop and oversee academic staff training and professional development.
• Promote the use of innovative educational technologies and pedagogical techniques.
• Stay updated with industry and academic developments and implement relevant enhancements.
• Support student experience initiatives from pre-enrolment to alumni engagement.
• Oversee the recruitment, onboarding, and professional evaluation of academic staff.
• Enhance and develop academic programmes in line with institutional growth plans.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation requirements, including OfS conditions of registration.
• Chair and participate in committees to ensure effective academic governance.

About You

We are looking for a ideally dynamic, motivated, and experienced leader with a strong background in higher education.

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• 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 improving higher education teaching standards.
• Proven ability to lead and drive teaching and assessment improvements.
• Strong track record of fostering collaborative relationships with academic colleagues.

Essential Skills & Knowledge

• Knowledge of the Office for Students (OfS) conditions of registration for quality and student outcomes.
• Self-motivated with strong leadership, resilience, and commitment.
• High-level communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with stakeholders to implement change and enhance the student experience.
• A proactive and adaptable approach with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Understanding of widening participation in higher education.

Why Join Us?

LCCM is at the forefront of contemporary music education, and this role offers an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on the academic and student experience. We provide a collaborative and dynamic working environment where your expertise and leadership will help shape the future of our institution. 

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.