Head of School of Art, Design and Architecture

Our mission at the University is clear: advancing knowledge, transforming lives. This commitment is reflected in our inventive teaching methods, world-class research clusters, and dedication to inclusivity and social equity. We strive to support and empower our students to unlock their full potential.

The Head of School of Art, Design and Architecture is an opportunity to build upon past accomplishments and to shape the School’s future at an exciting time; with a new structure, new immersive and virtual production programme initiatives, new research groups, and on a path for an Athena Swan Silver award. Reporting to the Executive Dean, you'll have the responsibility of setting the school's vision and direction. Approachable and visible, the Head of School is required to bring confident leadership amidst a context of rapid change within the University and higher education sector as a whole. Continued research and teaching activity is assumed in line with the role holder's substantive academic post and as agreed with the Executive Dean. Ideally, you’ll hold or aspire to a Professorial post and have expertise in a relevant discipline.

Join a vibrant international community driving artistic innovation and academic excellence! The School of Art, Design & Architecture is rapidly expanding its global presence, with partnerships spanning the Far East, South America, and Europe. Our focus on practice-based learning empowers students to become confident and collaborative critical thinkers and practitioners, with studio work and culture at the core of our approach.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week, the role will be for five years initially, with the potential to extend for a further two years, at which point the successful candidate will move to an appropriate substantive post. 

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Chris Bennewith: by email at chris.bennewith@plymouth.ac.uk

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday 3 June 2024 and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

Closing date:  12 midnight, Sunday 26 May 2024

A relocation package may be available with this role.

A summary of our comprehensive benefits can be viewed here.

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity & adoption leave please visit our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+

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