Appointment of Vice-Chancellor Contents

03 Introduction

04 About St Mary’s

06 Strategy 2025 – Key Commitments

08 Organisational Structure

09 The Role

10 The Person

12 Location

13 Appointment Process and How to Apply

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Introduction

Thank you for your interest in the role of Vice-Chancellor Our primary focus has to be and always will be on the at St Mary’s University. student experience. We set up the Centre for Teaching Excellence and Student Success to support excellent St Mary’s is the UK’s largest and oldest Catholic Higher teaching and learning at St Mary’s and to maximise Education institution. It is also one of the newest universities student access and participation. We have made in the country having been awarded full University status in improvements to the University’s estate to make it more 2014. We pride ourselves on being a modern, welcoming to students and significant further works are forward-thinking institution rooted in our Catholic identity and planned for the future. ethos, which means our Vice-Chancellor is required to be a practicing Catholic. We are a Catholic institution that values We are now seeking a Vice-Chancellor to maintain the inclusivity and we attract students and staff from all faiths momentum, consolidate the new structure, further and none, and from a wide range of socio-economic and enhance performance and deliver the strategic ethnic backgrounds. initiatives necessary to achieve significant growth. We see particular promise in developing closer partnerships Over the past five years, Professor Francis Campbell with like-minded universities, especially in the Catholic has led a sustained drive to enrich the student sector in other parts of the world. experience, achieve far-reaching structural reform and focus colleagues’ energy on excellence in all The new Vice-Chancellor will need to be commercially we do. The University’s league table position has minded, financially astute and an accomplished leader. strengthened accordingly, reaching 77th in the The role requires an understanding of the Higher Times and the Guardian. Education system and the challenges that it faces.

Our Institute of Education has again been awarded We believe that it is an exciting time to become outstanding by OFSTED for its Initial Teacher Education Vice-Chancellor of St Mary’s. We are ambitious and provision. The University has been awarded Silver in committed to producing students who have the the new Teaching Excellence Framework and is knowledge and skills to excel in their chosen professions. aiming for Gold by 2025. Following the recent We have a passion to see a Catholic university flourish National Student Survey, it remains ahead of the in England and look forward to meeting you. sector in terms of student satisfaction.

St Mary’s is looking to strengthen and broaden its research impact and is in the final stages of completing its application for Research Degree Awarding Powers. The Right Reverend Richard Moth MA JCL KC*HS, We also have an expanding Enterprise function to Bishop of Arundel and Brighton develop alternative income streams for the University. Chair of the Board of Governors

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 03 About St Mary’s

Established in 1850 and with a deep heritage in education, Academic activities are grouped in two faculties: St Mary’s University, Twickenham has a strong reputation Education, Humanities & Social Sciences; Sport, for teaching excellence and a student-centred approach. Health & Applied Science; and the Institute of Theology. Ranked in the top 100 across all three league tables (97th Around a third of the offering at St Mary’s is dedicated in the Complete University Guide, and 77th in both the to teacher education, and there is a growing number of Guardian and Times Good University Guide), St Mary’s is undergraduate and postgraduate programmes in a university with a friendly, inclusive and intellectually subjects such as Sport, Drama, Theology and Business. rigorous learning environment that is committed to the Research at St Mary’s is valued, encouraged and highest standards in teaching and creating a vibrant supported; undertaking research and scholarship is an research culture. integral part of academic life. Research is organised With over 6,000 students, 600 staff, and a turnover of into Clusters and Centres: Business and law; £50 million, the University makes significant Communications, Humanities and social policy; contributions to society and empowers the community Education and teaching; English and creative arts; to have a positive impact on the world. Human and applied sciences; Theology and ethics.

St Mary’s – Key Achievements and 72.3% of graduates in Highlights graduate-level Above employment or further sector average study 6 months after for student St Mary’s was graduating nd awarded 2 satisfaction in London for

student satisfaction Silver status in the 2019 NSS Teaching Excellence st Framework

1 among Ofsted our UCAS Outstanding competitors st assessment of our

% 1 Primary and Secondary 84.3 in London for both of students ITE provision in course and teaching are satisfied with 2019 satisfaction Guardian their learning University League experience Tables 2020

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 04 About St Mary’s

Mission and Purpose The University will continue to be an engaged, active and responsible citizen of Strawberry Hill, St Mary’s University, Twickenham is an inclusive Twickenham, and London. Catholic University seeking to develop the whole person and empower its community to have a positive Sport impact on the world. St Mary’s offers world class sports facilities and Vision services to students, staff, sporting partners and the wider community. The University will continue to be The University’s vision is rooted in people and place. one of London’s top-performing sports institutions and By 2025, students, staff, alumni and members of their provide resources for a variety of interests and skill wider circle will continue to contribute to St Mary’s levels. The University promotes high performance, unique identity. The University will be widely known for student and local community sport, building skills for its quality and diverse, inclusive and enabling study children, students, amateurs and elite athletes alike. and research environment. Everyone will be encouraged, empowered and supported to give, learn Values and belong to the St Mary’s learning community. Four core values define St Mary’s and underpin all aspects of the Students University. They are: All students will continue to be motivated to fulfil their Inclusiveness potential, think critically and become global citizens We celebrate differences, recognising that everyone is who engage with the world around them. St Mary’s born with a unique identity. St Mary’s is a place where will enhance an already strong record for graduates students and staff can reach their full potential and swiftly entering into rewarding careers. They will stay make a positive contribution to society. connected to St Mary’s through its vibrant alumni Generosity of Spirit network, committed to values and to lifelong learning. Staff Our generosity of spirit sets us apart. It can be seen in the encouragement, collegiality, empathy, helpfulness Staff will continue to be passionate about their and service to be found across the University. contribution to St Mary’s learning environment and the University will support them in developing Respect professionally, growing personally and making We respect everybody. We treat everyone as we an impact. ourselves would want to be treated. Strawberry Hill Excellence The centre of the University will continue to be its beautiful We strive to be the best at everything we do. We seek campus in Strawberry Hill. By 2025 it will have significantly professionalism through setting high standards and expanded and improved facilities for students, and for continuous improvement in all our practices and work. learning, while maintaining and developing the current community-based environment.

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 05 Strategy 2025 – Key Commitments

In 2016 the University launched Vision 2025, • Expanding national and distinctive international an ambitious strategic plan which includes a networks to provide a forum for discussion of global strengthened commitment to enterprise, increased issues and the development of solutions. public engagement, stronger internationalisation, Produce an enterprise culture by: better organisational effectiveness, improved student outcomes and research and significant growth in • Offering students the option to study a module in student numbers. A fundamental strand of the plan entrepreneurship and develop a business proposal. is to preserve, protect and enhance the global • Creating a University specialism in social enterprise. reputation, public profile and brand of the University. • Developing a start-up hub, working with the local Key Commitments community. The University enhances students’ learning and • Partnering with institutions from around the world to personal development by: share in research and learning. • Providing a globally relevant course portfolio that Foster a supportive learning environment for equips students to be knowledgeable, critical and students and staff by: ambitious for themselves and for society. • Actively encouraging students from all backgrounds • Securing vigorous student engagement through to study at St Mary’s, particularly those with no excellent teaching and personal support with family history of attending university. learning opportunities that are stimulating, stretching and prepare them for fulfilling careers. • Using technology innovatively to intensify teaching and learning. • Multiplying opportunities for volunteering and service. Continuously improve operations to ensure a St Mary’s will intensify interdisciplinary research sustainable future by: and scholarship to create and disseminate new knowledge by: • Maintaining a culture of service excellence for students, staff and stakeholders. • Encouraging all staff to work across boundaries to develop insights that support real-life problem • Delivering measures to improve St Mary’s financial solving. and environmental sustainability.

• Partnering with public, private and third sector • Improving campus facilities and increasing student bodies to influence public policy debate and accommodation within easy reach of the campus. problem solving.

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 06 Strategy 2025 – Key Commitments

Radically modernise its approach to learning and Engagement Strategy technology to improve student and staff experience, The University aims to raise the profile of St Mary’s at a and better support distance learning and research, by: national and global level as a University with an active • Simplifying, rationalising and digitising the role in the ‘public square’, contributing to the national University’s systems architecture to maximise conversation and helping to shape public policy. As a effective use of data; expand the use of social Catholic University in one of the world’s most diverse media, lecture capture and other learning tools; and cities, the University prides itself on being distinctive by provide cutting-edge mobile computing. fostering a powerful sense of community and adopting Education Strategy a holistic approach to public policy debate. The University aims to build on established strengths International Strategy and by 2025 secure the Gold standard ranking under The University’s aim is to increase the number of the new Teaching Excellence Framework. To achieve international students studying at the institution so this goal St Mary’s will excel in teaching with specialist that by 2025 they make up 25 per cent of the student anchors in certain areas of research. The University population. It aims to increase significantly the number will concentrate on delivering fewer programmes to a of home students who undertake part of their course very high standard and focusing on outcomes, notably abroad and who have the opportunity to volunteer in fulfilling employment. less developed countries outside of term time. Research Strategy The University has already established an international The University is aiming to secure Research Degree network to raise its profile overseas, particularly in the Awarding Powers in 2020 and expand its doctoral Americas and Asia. The University’s plan is to expand programmes, including a strategically-focused suite of St Mary’s existing partnerships and develop new fully-funded studentships; nurture carefully selected partnerships in a measured and selective manner in line areas of internationally leading and world-class with the University’s core values and strategic aims. research, reflected in much improved assessment in For more detailed information on the University the next REF; and enhance its public profile and Strategy, please visit: https://www.stmarys.ac.uk/ impact, attracting research funding and talent and about/vision-2025/docs/2016-nov-vision-2025.pdf deepening interdisciplinary focus.

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 07 St Mary’s University Organisational Structure Management Organisational Chart July 2019

Vice Chancellor

Pro Vice-Chancellor Pro Vice-Chancellor Pro Vice-Chancellor Chief Operating Officer Global Engagement Academic Strategy Research & Enterprise

Chief Financial University Secretary Officer & Director of International Director of Estates & Chief Information Dean of Faculty Dean of Faculty Government Dean of Research Office Campus Services Officer (EHSS) (SHAS) Relations

Director of Strategic Planning Clerk to the Board of Governors Director of Student Director of the Dean of Learning Director of Head of Admissions HR Director & Legal Counsel Operations Education Institute & Teaching Development

Senior In-House Legal Advisor Director of Comms, Head of Theology Director of Enterprise Students’ Union CEO Chaplain PR and Marketing Institute & Innovation

Head of Student Head of Registry Head of Student Head of Recruitment Services Services Employability

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 08 The Role

The Vice-Chancellor is the academic and administrative • Shape and deliver strategies that respond to the head of the University responsible for strategic complex opportunities and threats that are evident or leadership, governance, academic excellence and likely to arise in the short, medium and longer-term. financial sustainability, whilst maintaining and • Forge and develop partnerships of strategic value to promoting the University’s distinct mission and core the University, and rapidly increase student numbers. values of inclusiveness, respect, generosity of spirit and excellence. He/she is the principal ambassador • Ensure that the University operates in a financially for the University, promoting its work regionally, sustainable manner and creates the financial nationally and internationally. capacity to support future programmes of major capital investment. Key Accountabilities • Develop a strong and effective relationship with the • Ensure the ongoing academic development of St University’s Board of Governors in order to meet the Mary’s as an institution of excellence in teaching, highest standards of corporate governance. learning, research and knowledge exchange. • Influence and advocate for the University and its • Lead and develop the University’s Senior Leadership stakeholders through active engagement with the team, fostering a culture of high performance, wider sector, the church, civic and community empowerment, accountability and openness across bodies, funders, government, industry and alumni. all areas of the Institution. • Promote and develop the University’s regional, • Lead, by word and example, in managing the University national and international profile. in accordance with its Catholic mission and ethos. • Undertake the duties of the post in a manner which • Develop the University’s vision, positioning the offers a personal model of integrity. Institution for the future whilst safeguarding the inclusive and supportive culture.

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 09 The Person

The successful applicant for the position of Vice- • An understanding and commitment to the Chancellor will be a visionary leader and will have importance of creating a world-class learning qualifications, experience and personal qualities experience for students. illustrating outstanding accomplishment. In reaching • An understanding of the conditions necessary to its decision, the selection process will seek to satisfy support research and scholarship. the following criteria: • The entrepreneurship and ambition to drive the • A practicing Catholic, involved in the life of the University through its planned growth and expansion. church, who embraces and lives in conformity with the teachings of the Catholic Church. • A proven ability to identify and pursue opportunities and drive commercial success in a rapidly changing • A belief in and commitment to the mission and environment. values of the University and the ability to promote them, together with a commitment to equality, • Experience of financial management, including access and inclusion. developing corporate plans and budgets.

• Outstanding people leadership skills and proven • A reputation for personal integrity, fairness and track record of developing high performing teams. sound judgement.

• The ability to develop and execute strategy such St Mary’s University reserves the right to change that our teaching and research excellence can and amend this job description/person specification flourish in a changing and challenging environment. in accordance with the changing requirements of the organisation. • The ability and judgment to prioritise clearly between competing strategic opportunities.

• A national and international reputation for leadership in their own field, an individual who will be highly credible to St Mary’s academic community, fully committed to the world of thought, ideas and discovery.

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 10 The Person

Terms and Conditions Benefits The post holder will be expected to devote their time • Private medical insurance. wholly and exclusively to the University, and any • Membership of a pension scheme. interests which may impact on the role must be declared at interview and agreed with the Chair of Governors. • 35 days holiday, plus statutory holidays and University closure days.

• Assistance with relocation may be available.

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 11 Location

St Mary’s University is located in leafy Twickenham, which Culture, history and heritage is just half an hour by train from the heart of London. This Flood Lane and Church Lane lead down to the river gives both staff and students access to the best of both where you can enjoy a drink in one of the riverside worlds: a dynamic, bustling city and a tranquil, homely pubs or cross the bridge on to . Many suburb. Many staff and students choose to work and musicians began their careers or played sets at the Eel study at St Mary’s because of its prime location. Pie Island Hotel and recorded material at Pete A snapshot of the local area Townsend’s Eel Pie Studios. Musicians who have A leafy, suburban neighbourhood, Twickenham is a played at Eel Pie Island include Pink Floyd, the Rolling mixture of period houses, formal gardens and parks Stones, Black Sabbath, Eric Clapton and , surrounding King Street, the town’s centre. Twickenham making the area known as the home of jazz and blues. offers many traditional pubs and restaurants, many of In 2017 St Mary’s became the proud operator of The which have an ethnic flavour. Church Street runs Exchange in Twickenham – a newly built community adjacent to the river and is comprised of cafés, venue that boasts a 300-seat theatre, six studio boutiques, small bookshops and a church. rooms, a café and a bar. St Mary’s students benefit The lively riverside towns of Kingston and Richmond are from teaching and training at the site, with drama a short bus ride away from the University. Throughout the students staging performances in the theatre. day, the towns attract visitors who come to enjoy the The Royal Botanical Gardens at , Henry VIII’s shopping centres, cinemas, restaurants, live music , museums, galleries and other venues, bars and theatres. historic houses open to the public are also among Outdoor Spaces unique features of the local area. in East Twickenham is a charming Sport local park and the setting of , a The rugby capital of the world, is Venetian villa built for a mistress of George II and now the home of the Rugby Union. Seating 82,000, it is the a local landmark. Just a short stroll along a peaceful 5th largest stadium in Europe and hosts the Six Nations riverside road into secluded woodland gardens matches and the Rugby World Cup, as well as the is Gallery, a stunning 18th century annual varsity match between rival universities Oxford house and gardens which now serves as an art gallery, and Cambridge. The prestigious matches attract fans hosting regular exhibitions and workshops. from around the globe who celebrate in Twickenham’s St Mary’s is close to two of London’s eight royal parks. pubs and bars, creating an unrivalled atmosphere. Both and offer staff/ The stadium has a state-of-the-art fitness centre attached, students hundreds of acres of beautiful, secluded as well as a world-renowned rugby museum. The stadium woodland for get-away-from-it-all walks, as well as is also regularly used as a venue for concerts by bands space for cycling and running. Twickenham and the such as Bon Jovi, U2, Iron Maiden and R.E.M. adjacent also provide lots of opportunities for outdoor activities. Find out more at www.stmarys.ac.uk/location

St Mary’s University, Twickenham | Appointment of Vice-Chancellor 12 Appointment Process and How to Apply

St Mary’s University, Twickenham has engaged the The preferred method of application is online at services of Perrett Laver to whom applications should be http://www.perrettlaver.com/campaigns/st-marys- sent by the closing date of Friday 11th October 2019. university-twickenham.

Following a longlist meeting of the Selection Panel, All candidates are also requested to complete an successful candidates will be invited to attend online Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form which preliminary interviews with Perrett Laver. The final will be found at the end of the application process. interview will be a two-stage process and the date This will assist the University in monitoring selection and format will be confirmed in due course. decisions to assess whether equality of opportunity is being achieved. Any information collated from the To apply, please submit a comprehensive curriculum Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form will not be used vitae (CV) along with a covering letter setting out your as part of the selection process and will be treated as interest in the role and details of how you match the strictly confidential. required criteria (no more than three pages). Please include current salary details and the names and addresses of three referees. Referees will not be approached until the final stages and not without prior permission from candidates.

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