About Gloucestershire There’s so much to discover and enjoy here in Gloucestershire, from the great outdoors to arts and culture, sports and socialising, to fine foods and great shopping. As well as being the gateway to the South West, we’re well connected to the rest of the county and within easy travelling distance of Birmingham, Oxford, Cardiff, Bristol and London. The county is scenically beautiful. Over half of Gloucestershire’s 1025 square miles have been designated as areas of outstanding natural beauty, including parts of the Cotswolds, the Wye Valley and the Forest of Dean with some of England’s most beautiful villages, picturesque hamlets and tranquil countryside. It is also a great place for families, with Ofsted rating our schools amongst the very best in the From the Victorian Docks to the South West. bustling restaurants and shops at Over half of Gloucester Quays, the city is a Gloucester, the county town, is unique blend of historic charm and Gloucestershire’s everything you’d expect from a vibrant, modern attraction. multi-cultural British city. It’s also 1025 square miles have home to one of the finest medieval Cheltenham is the county’s cultural been designated as buildings in the country; the breath- heart, resplendent with its celebrated taking cathedral has been the backdrop Georgian architecture, world-renowned areas of outstanding of many scenes in Doctor Who, Harry festivals of literature, science and music natural beauty. Potter films and most recently in Mary and not least the famous race course, Queen of Scots. home to the Gold Cup.
We offer excellent benefits including a comprehensive continuous professional development programme, 35 days annual leave entitlement plus bank holidays, onsite fitness facilities, free onsite parking and lots more. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring checks along with other relevant employment checks. For an informal discussion on this post, The Opportunity: please contact Rosie Scott-Ward (Pro Vice Chancellor) via PA Sam Baker Dean of Teaching, Learning on 01452 702356. and Student Experience
Hartpury University, Hartpury, Gloucester GL19 3BE, Tel: +44 (0) 1452 702100, www.hartpury.ac.uk YOUR CHANCE TO JOIN A WEALTH OF TALENT AND EXPERTISE Dean of Teaching, Learning and Student Experience Salary £58,075 to £62,012 per annum Students are at the heart of everything Hartpury is based on a beautiful Through line management of the we do, from industry engagement to rural campus, offering a wonderful academic Heads of Department and curriculum design and research and environment in which to work. The Head of Teaching and Learning, you knowledge exchange. As we progress people here are passionate and driven, will ensure teaching excellence is at the within the Higher Education sector, our always striving to meet the needs of heart of all of our endeavours. You will student focus will continue to be ‘up our industries and supporting our be an experienced academic manager front and centre’. This is an exciting students in becoming the best they can with a track record of working with time for Hartpury, as from September become. We have a saying ‘relentless in people to deliver enhancements to 2018 we became both a university pursuit of excellence’ which describes the academic student experience. A and a college on a single campus. the culture well, and results in a real persuasive communicator with the Top 25% in the UK This is an amazing milestone in the sense of people feeling ‘proud to belong’. ability to build relationships based on long history of our institution which Our expectations are high and we are trust, you will be skilled at working now supports nearly 4,000 students. looking for a proactive individual, who through negotiation and influence. Hartpury University is a specialist will see a project through from idea to The successful candidate will possess institution, with provision focusing on implementation, leading from the front. exemplary judgement, energy and Animal, Agriculture, Equine, Sport and resilience and share our commitment to Veterinary Nursing, with over 2,000 equality, diversity and inclusivity. students studying at levels 4 – 8.
The Dean of Teaching, Learning and Student Experience provides strategic vision and academic leadership and implements activities supporting our students’ academic experience. Reporting to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor and working in collaboration with the Academic Registrar and Dean of Research and Knowledge Exchange, staff and academic departments, the graduate employability* post holder will support our endeavours % to deliver a high quality, inclusive and consistent academic experience for all students, enhancing student Visit our website www.hartpury.ac.uk to see full engagement, academic outcomes and 98 well-being. details and apply online or telephone (01452) 702135 to request documents by post. The closing date for receipt of applications is the 12th July 2020. The interview date is the 3rd August 2020.
This is a great opportunity to join a friendly and supportive team at one of the UK’s leading specialist education providers.
*(HESA 2018) JOB DESCRIPTION
Post: Dean of Teaching, Learning & Student Experience
Department: Higher Education
Reporting to: Pro-Vice-Chancellor
Salary: £58,075 - £62,012 per annum
Hours per week: A minimum of 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Academic/Permanent
Annual Leave: 35 days (plus Bank Holidays)
Probation Period: 12 months
Main Purpose of the Role: The Dean of Teaching, Learning and Student Experience provides strategic vision, academic leadership and implementation of activ- ities to support student experience. Reporting to the Pro-Vice-Chancellor and working in collaboration with the Academic Registrar and Dean of Research and Knowledge Exchange, staff and academic departments, the post holder supports our endeavours to deliver a high quality, inclusive and consistent academic experience for all students, enhancing student engagement, academic outcomes and well-being. Main Duties & Responsibilities: 1. To work with the Pro-Vice-Chancellor, Academic Registrar, Dean of Research and Knowledge Exchange and colleagues, in lead- ing the development, implementation and review of the Hartpury University Academic Strategy. 2. To lead the recruitment, selection, training and continuous professional development of the academic staff; To collaborate with colleagues to design, deliver and evaluate appropriate staff professional development opportunities, including training, curric- ulum design and curriculum review workshops and the annual learning and teaching conference in order to deliver strategic objectives. 3. To ensure all students experience excellence in teaching, learning and their academic student experience at Hartpury, driving forward a culture of continuous enhancement. 4. To develop and implement activities that enhance student engagement and student outcomes, ensuring the student voice is utilised to develop a sense of belonging. 5. To work with the Academic Registrar to develop and implement approaches for engaging and supporting programme teams in reviewing, evaluating and developing the curriculum and approaches to learning, teaching and assessment, to ensure students achieve their full potential. 6. 6. To develop and maintain internal and external relationships with staff, students and external stakeholders to facilitate excellence in learning, teaching and student experience through collaboration, mentoring and engagement, encouraging and developing others in leading change. 7. To lead our Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) submissions and ensure further progression in future teaching, learning and student experience exercises. 8. To initiate, lead, and/or make a significant contribution to the implementation and evaluation of key teaching, learning and student experience development projects including, for example, personal academic tutoring, flexible and blended learning, assessment and feedback, research inspired teaching, student led induction etc. the Student Voice should inform all activity. 9. To produce progress, monitoring and evaluation reports for a variety of projects for different audiences as required. 10. To proactively monitor implementation of new initiatives to ensure a joined-up and consistent approach to change management and continuous improvement relating to learning, teaching and student experience. 11. To engage in research and scholarship in relation to teaching, learning and student experience to underpin evidence based prac- tice, and to enhance the external profile. 12. To represent Hartpury externally, develop and maintain links with relevant professional bodies, and with colleagues in other appropriate HEIs, to build alliances, share intelligence and collaborate in the development of innovation and best practice. 13. Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the job; participate in appropriate training activities and encourage and support staff in their development and training. 14. Ensure and enhance personal health, safety and wellbeing and that of other staff and students. 15. Carry out these duties in a manner that promotes equality of opportunity and supports diversity and inclusion, and takes into account the Hartpury commitment to environmentally sustainable thinking. Teaching Posts Only For all teaching and related posts, the following duties are specified: formal scheduled teaching; tutorials and student assessment; management of learning programmes and curriculum developments; student admissions; educational guidance and counselling; preparation of learning materials and assessments; marking of student work and examinations; management and supervision of student visit programmes; research and other forms of scholarly activity; marketing activities; consultancy; leadership and staff management; administration and personal professional development. Workloads will be determined in line with your timetabled activity. Other Reasonable Duties This Job Description sets out the main duties of the post at the date when it was drawn up. Such duties may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or the level of responsibility entailed. Such variations are a common occurrence and cannot of themselves justify a reconsideration of the grading of the post. In cases, however, where there is a permanent or sub- stantial change in the duties and responsibilities Hartpury reserves the right to amend the job description in consultation with the employee to reflect changes in the duties of the post. This list of duties is not exhaustive and from time to time staff will be asked to undertake any other reasonable tasks in relation to their role. Safeguarding Hartpury recognises that it has a statutory and moral duty to ensure that Hartpury safeguards and promotes the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults receiving education and training at Hartpury. It is the responsibility of everyone at Hartpury to protect young people and vulnerable adults and there are procedures in place to minimise risk and ensure appropriate action is taken should abuse be suspected. You are responsible for familiarising yourself with the Child Protection & Safeguarding Policy and Procedures, the Code of Profes- sional Conduct, the Guidelines on Professional Boundaries and Keeping Children Safe in Education and adhering to these regulations in the workplace. A copy of these Policies and Procedures can be found on the staff intranet. Equality, Diversity and Inclusivity It is the responsibility of the post holder to promote equality, diversity and inclusivity across Hartpury. The post holder will under- take their duties in accordance with Hartpury’s policies relating to equality and diversity. Hartpury is committed towards promoting positive mental health by working towards the MINDFUL EMPLOYER Charter. Hartpury aims to create a culture of support within the workplace where employees can talk about mental health problems without the fear of stigma or discrimination. Health and Safety The post holder will be required to promote health, safety and wellbeing throughout Hartpury. They will also be required to under- take their full duties and responsibilities in accordance with Hartpury’s Health and Safety Policies and Procedures.
PERSON SPECIFICATION
Requirements Essential Desirable How Assessed (AF / IV / Other)
Qualifications/Training
A relevant higher degree AF
Senior or Principal Fellowship of HEA and evidence of continuing AF professional development in relation to learning and teaching
National Teaching Fellowship and/or other external recognition for AF teaching excellence and innovation
Knowledge Experience/Key Skills
Evidence of successful strategic leadership of learning and teaching AF/IV development in higher education at faculty/school/departmental or intuitional level to effect transformation of learning and teaching Substantive successful experience of project management, including AF/IV managing and leading the design, development, implementation and evaluation of development projects and other complex large scale initiatives through to completion
A comprehensive and up-to-date knowledge of current issues and AF/IV developments in learning and teaching in University settings, including of technology enhanced learning (TEL) and pedagogic theory
Proven track record of recognised achievement in innovation and AF/IV evaluation, curriculum design and development to deliver outstanding educational experiences for students
Evidence in engaging in research and/or advanced scholarship and AF/IV using enquiry-based and evaluation techniques to enhance practice
Active engagement with educational development and academic AF/IV practice networks and organisations, such as HEDG, SEDA etc
Ability to inspire and support colleagues in delivering teaching AF/IV excellence and engaging in professional development
Evidence of effective negotiating, influencing and relationship-building AF/IV skills and a successful record in fostering strong collaborative working relationships
Excellent communication skills at all levels, both written and oral, AF/IV including experience of producing reports and policies and related documentation
An understanding of safeguarding and its importance in a College AF/IV environment
Behavioural Competencies
Excellence AF/IV With enthusiasm, we work to deliver a high-quality service to meet personal, organisational student and customer expectations. We pursue a ‘can-do’ attitude in all of the work we deliver ensuring it meets the needs of all current and potential students and customers.
Champion Change AF/IV With enthusiasm we seek to continually improve and are always receptive to new ideas. We display agility and promote change as an opportunity to apply new skills and foster a learning environment.
Responsibility AF/IV We take ownership of our work and use our initiative to deliver. We are accountable for our own performance and development, and we take responsibility for our actions and decisions.
Working Together AF/IV We work with others to reach a common goal; sharing information, supporting colleagues and searching out expertise and solutions from relevant partners.
Trust and Respect AF/IV We are aware of our impact on others and our use of resources. We value openness and listen carefully to understand the views of others. We promote the values of diversity. Where aspects of the person specification are shown as ‘desirable’ it is understood that the knowledge, skills or experience required could be achieved through relevant training which Hartpury is committed to provide. In decisions on selection, however, preference will be given to those candidates who can already demonstrate competence in areas specified. In addition to the candidate’s ability to perform the duties of the post, the selection process will also explore issues relating to safe- guarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. The candidates will also be tested with regard to their openness to diversity. This post is subject to Hartpury obtaining medical clearance, DBS clearance, and evidence to show eligibility to work in the UK and employment references satisfactory to Hartpury.