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LCCA is a contemporary institution, offering a range of programmes. Our students embark on a journey which is designed to meet their academic and personal demands. At the very heart of our vision is a student-centered learning and teaching methodology which is progressive, forward-thinking, modern, and designed to meet our learners’ needs.

Our academic team consists of modern, progressive, professionals who have what it takes to motivate students from a variety of backgrounds, to inspire belief in students who are striving for professional and personal recognition and to drive students towards successful lives.

You will have a distinct skill set; a ‘can-do’ attitude - and should demonstrate the consistent ability to put the core elements of our learning and teaching philosophy into practice, both in the strategic implementation of experiential teaching activities and in the management of high-class teaching delivery.

The underpinning philosophy of LCCA is as follows:

• Through experiential teaching we aim to provide students with a ‘real-life’ skill set which is transferable out of the classroom and into the world of work.
• Through ‘chunked learning’ we aim to ensure students are thoroughly engaged and motivated by their teachers.
• Through ‘deliberate reflection’ we aim to get students thinking about their role in the learning experience and to embed their knowledge for future use.
• Through regular and precise feedback, we aim to offer students ways to improve their skills and knowledge on a daily basis.

Role Responsibilities

• To ensure that LCCA has a sufficiently attractive and distinctive academic portfolio to meet its growing recruitment targets.
• To ensure institutional quality and continuous improvement of all courses at LCCA in line with both internal and external regulations.
• To design, develop and implement an innovative learning and teaching approach that best facilitates delivery of this portfolio.
• To lead the academic teams and ensure a highly effective academic structure.
• To lead and develop a culture of challenge using appropriate tools, governance, committees and structures.
• To lead the registration of the College in preparation for OFS and in preparation for future degree awarding powers.
• To develop a range of institutional partnerships and alliances that enhance the academic reputation of LCCA, strengthen our finances and align with our mission and values.
• To drive the development of innovative practice in learning, teaching and assessment which caters to the needs and expectations of widening participation students.
• To ensure the teaching faculty at LCCA have the right mix of skills, knowledge, experience and qualities to design and deliver the creative suite of programmes.
• To ensure consistent, high performance across all academic staff, in line with the College’s performance management strategy.
• To develop a coaching culture, and to support people development and succession planning.
• To exhibit a strong, personal commitment to the College’s and group’s mission and values and to act as a brand ambassador, behaving at all times in a manner that embodies and promotes these values.
• To lead and ensure delivery of a Retention Strategy that enables achievement of the University’s retention, progression and completion targets.
• To lead and develop the NSS Improvement Strategy to ensure that all courses achieve the University’s overall satisfaction target.
• To contribute, as a member of the Senior Management Team, to the overall achievement of the College’s Strategic Plan.
• To provide active support to the Managing Director in maintaining and raising the profile of the College and its mission.
• To establish and maintain effective working relationships with members of the executive, the College Group Executive, and other relevant stakeholders.
• To implement the College’s Equal Opportunities Policy and promote equality of opportunity in relation to the duties of the post.
• To deputise for the Managing Director, at such time as he is absent from the campus.
• To undertake any other duties that may reasonably be requested appropriate to the grade and responsibilities of the post.

Training & Education

Essential

• PhD or Doctorate in education, business administration, or a related discipline (or equivalent)
• Holding fellowship of Advance, HE or higher

Desirable

• Demonstrated membership & engagement with a relevant professional body (e.g. CMI, CABS etc)
• Holding Senior (SFHEA) or Principal (PFHEA) fellowship of Advance HE (formerly known as HEA)

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong leadership skills & experience in motivating, empowering, & inspiring teams to achieve common goals.
• Ability to develop & implement strategic plans that align with the college's overall mission, vision, & values.
• Strong problem-solving & analytical skills to identify & resolve complex issues related to academic programs, teaching & learning, & student development.
• Strong verbal & written communication skills, including the ability to present complex information clearly & effectively.
• Comprehensive understanding of external regulatory bodies such as the Office for Students (OfS), OIA, HESA (Jisc), etc.

Behavioural Skills

• Commitment to a student-centred approach to education, emphasizing holistic student development & personalised learning support.
• Strong leadership qualities to effectively manage a team of professionals, including the ability to inspire & motivate.
• Capacity to adapt to changing circumstances & priorities in a fast-paced academic environment.
• High ethical standards & a commitment to maintaining the integrity of academic records & processes.
• Resilience & adaptability to manage the demands of a busy & challenging role.
• A leader role model for college’s core values, which underpin our vision, mission & strategy.

Experience

Essential

• Extensive experience in higher education administration & leadership, with a proven track record of managing & overseeing academic programmes, departments, & personnel.
• Demonstrated track record in achieving high B3 metrics & NSS results for an HEI.
• Experience in leading & delivering strategic & operational change.
• Strong understanding of the Higher Education landscape in the UK, including comprehensive knowledge of relevant policies, regulations & compliance standards.
• Vice chancellor in waiting – a Deputy Vice Chancellor

Desirable

• Hands-on experience of emerging technical & digital innovation (e.g. AI).
• Experience of working in a similar role for another private higher education establishment.

To apply please click the 'Apply' button (above).