University Centre Director – London (Fixed Term)

Full Time Fixed Term Contract until January 2026

Job Description

Passionate about widening access to Higher Education? We are looking for an experienced senior educational leader to lead and manage of an innovative University Centre jointly operated by Bath Spa University and New City College

This is a full time, fixed term contract until January 2026

About The Role

You will be responsible for shaping the growth and development of the Centre, which will respond to the needs of a wide range of students, home and international, and have a strong widening participation agenda. In addition, development of innovative co-delivery projects between Bath Spa University and New City College will be a core function of the role.

About You

You will be an entrepreneurial leader with a natural ability to adapt, innovate and collaborate. You will be able to demonstrate these skills and show how you've been able to build effective working relationships from an extensive professional network. You will have a clear student focus and extensive understanding of the HE and FE sectors. You will have substantial project management experience and a proven track record of developing business plans and delivering business innovation and growth.  This is a hybrid role as we recognise the importance of flexibility needed to deliver in this role.

Essential skills

• Strategic Leadership experience of HE in FE and/or HE
• Strategic experience of non-traditional HE
• Deep understanding of Teaching, Learning and Assessment Strategies for diverse student bodies
• Ability to balance student-focussed approach with need to develop strong business cases
• Understanding of how to develop Short Course offers (including professional accreditation)
• Entrepreneurial approach
• Relationship building

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