Deputy Head of Quality

We are seeking a committed HE quality and governance expert with management experience who shares our values and ambition to support the delivery of high-quality academic provision across the University. The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the integrity of our academic quality assurance and enhancement systems, working closely with colleagues across the institution and with external stakeholders.

Reporting to the Head of Quality, the Deputy Head of Quality will lead on the delivery of course and institutional approval events, manage the external examiner system, and oversee academic governance through the management of a small team. This is a key post within the Quality & Standards team, contributing to the University’s strategic goals and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities include:

• Course Approval and Review: Lead the scheduling, coordination, and delivery of approval and review events, ensuring alignment with the University’s Academic Quality Framework.
• Academic Governance: Act as secretary to key committees including the Teaching Quality & Standards Committee and deputise for the Head of Quality at Academic Board.
• External Examiner Management: Administer the nomination process and maintain oversight of the external examiner cohort.
• Training and Guidance: Develop and deliver training materials for academic staff and event chairs, providing expert advice on quality assurance processes.
• PSRB Accreditation Oversight: Manage the risk register and central records, supporting Faculties with professional body requirements.
• Reporting and Analysis: Produce high-quality reports and maintain accurate records to support decision-making and continuous improvement.
• Team Leadership: Line manage members of the Quality & Standards team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.

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For an informal discussion, contact Nathan Spencer, Head of Quality via email at nathan.spencer@beds.ac.uk

Interview date: 5 November 2025

The post will be based at Luton, with occasional travel to other University campuses and potential international travel.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

Please note, the successful candidate will be offered the job subject to suitable references and an enhanced DBS check.

The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.

At the University of Bedfordshire, inclusivity is a key University value, and we are committed to creating an environment in which we celebrate and value the diversity of our staff and student community and provide fair opportunity and outcomes for all.

We recognise that diversity fosters creativity and innovation, and we want our community to represent and benefit from opportunities that the diversity of talent and thought creates.

We, therefore, particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in the University of Bedfordshire’s workforce. These include people from Black, Asian and Ethnic Minority backgrounds (particularly in roles in grades 7 and above), disabled people; LGBTQ+ people; and women in some senior grades.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

We offer a range of employee benefits including a generous pension and annual leave entitlement, free fitness classes and gym membership, flexible working arrangements, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies. For further details, click here.

For any enquires contact People & Culture email P&C@beds.ac.uk

Please note a Curriculum Vitae will only be accepted if accompanied by a fully completed University application form.

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