PEOPLE, PLACES and PARTNERSHIPS Director of Institute of Science, Natural Resources and Outdoor Studies Applicant Brief CONTENTS

PEOPLE, PLACES AND PARTNERSHIPS Director of Institute of Science, Natural Resources and Outdoor Studies Applicant Brief CONTENTS

Foreword by the Chancellor and Vice Chancellor 2 University vision and strategic intent 4 We are the University of Cumbria 6 Our strategic aims 10 The founding of University of Cumbria 12 Our contribution to the region so far 14 Supporting the public sector 15 Supporting business and future skills needs 16 Real world research impact 17 Our research 18 Improving opportunities 20 Student views 22 The future challenge 24 Our role in the future 28 Institute of Science, Natural Resources 30 and Outdoor Studies Delivery through people 32 The role 34 The person 35 How to apply 36

CONTENTS 1 FOREWORD BY THE CHANCELLOR AND VICE CHANCELLOR

As Chancellor of the University of Cumbria The University of Cumbria was established I am extremely proud to have watched this in 2007 as an anchor institute for Cumbria university grow over the last 10 years and and the wider region, through the passion, the significant role it has played in the cultural ambition and collaborative-working of a vast and economic life of this region.. range of political, economic, cultural, sector, civic and education stakeholders. All intent The challenge for us moving forward is to continue to build on on ensuring Cumbria and its young people this legacy, creating a vibrant institution of high academic merit that provides opportunities for all those who have the potential have the confidence and capability to address to benefit from the experience of higher education, with reach challenges and opportunities and in doing so and impact across Cumbria, Lancashire and beyond. to realise significant potential. We will continue to The future of our Our students live in an increasingly volatile and uncertain world. equip our students university is powered by They have to engage with complex and challenging issues, in a This shared passion and ambition remains today, and is growing with the ability to thrive way that prepares them for what it means to live and work and our three greatest assets stronger, providing a significant asset base to the University and to wherever in the world think and lead in that world – personally, professionally and as – our places, our people the region, to drive future growth and success. they choose to live. members of society. and our partnerships. The future of our university is powered by our three greatest assets – As we forge and deepen our connections with industries, health and our places, our people and our partnerships. We are in the business of education partners we will continue to equip our students with the We are looking for a possibility; empowering staff and students to succeed. Bringing new ability to thrive wherever in the world they choose to live. We are the Director capable of thinking, skills and opportunities for the benefit of the wider region University of Cumbria, where lives are enriched to become the world playing a lead role in and beyond. changers of today, a place where people can find their calling, their building on our As we prepare for the future, we continue to focus on what is needed career and their place, and as Chancellor I am privileged to be part of academic success to date the university’s continued success. We are also building for the future. from the University as we work in partnership to develop our region’s and in realising our skills and capabilities and attract new talent to our region to study, Chancellor, significant potential. work and live. Partnerships are part of our DNA and are essential in The Most Reverend and Right Honourable Dr John Sentamu, developing and delivering challenging and innovative learning. Archbishop of York Like our formation, our future success will not just be down to us but also to the many people with whom we collaborate, sharing a common purpose to further our region’s great talent and potential.

Thank you for your interest in our Director vacancy.

Vice Chancellor, Professor Julie Mennell

FOREWORD BY THE CHANCELLOR AND VICE CHANCELLOR 2 FOREWORD BY THE CHANCELLOR AND VICE CHANCELLOR 3 UNIVERSITY VISION AND STRATEGIC INTENT

Our Vision “ To be recognised as a catalyst for individual and regional prosperity and pride – with national and international relevance, reach and impact.”

Our Mission “ As a significant and sought-after institution for Cumbria and North Lancashire, we work in partnerships to develop our region’s talent and capabilities, attracting new talent into our region to study, work and live. We raise aspirations and educational attainment and contribute to the social, cultural and economic wellbeing and prosperity of our communities.”

UNIVERSITY VISION AND STRATEGIC INTENT 4 UNIVERSITY VISION AND STRATEGIC INTENT 5 WE ARE THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

The arrival of Vice Chancellor, Professor Julie Mennell in 2016, marked an opportunity to reposition the university to capitalise on the considerable potential of our region.

We are an Anchor Building on the significant achievements • Putting research power to work by Institution for Cumbria to date, a strategic plan has set the direction developing new ideas to strengthen and our wider region. to fulfil our obligation as Cumbria’s university, the county’s competitive edge; and meeting current and future demands for the region and being at the forefront of • Leading the cultural, social and these transformations. educational revitalisation of the community, making Cumbria a more Our vision is to be a catalyst for individual attractive place to live and work. and regional prosperity and pride – with national and international relevance, reach We deliver against this role through our and impact. As part of our mission, we will passion, ambition and collaborations – work in partnership to develop our region’s working with a vast range of political, talent and capabilities and to attract talent into economic, cultural, sector, civic our region to study, work and live. We will raise and education stakeholders. aspirations and educational attainment and Ultimately, our goal is to make sure Cumbria contribute to the social, cultural and economic and its population, young and older, have wellbeing and prosperity of our communities. the confidence and capability to seize In 2017/18, we celebrated ten years as a opportunities, and realise their potential. university and our thirty thousandth graduate You can see our anchor role expressed through: with the launch of a refreshed Vision, Mission and Strategic Plan. This put a firm emphasis • Our strong relationships with other on our roots; we are an Anchor Institution institutions and citizens; for Cumbria and our wider region. We play PROUD, a significant and recognised role in Cumbria by • Academic practice is relevant to the place making a strategic contribution to the in which practitioners live and work; local economy: • Higher education acknowledged as PROGRESSIVE, • Educating people to support the value-adding; and labour requirements of innovative • Our support of the interrelated local employers; physical, social and cultural dimensions PASSIONATE • Providing knowledge-focused services of the development of places. to businesses and other employers;

WE ARE THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA 6 WE ARE THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA 7 Educating people to support the labour requirements of innovative local employers; WE HAVE AN Providing knowledge-focused services to businesses and other employers; IMPORTANT Putting research power to work – by developing new ideas to strengthen the county’s competitive edge; and ECONOMIC Leading the cultural, social and educational revitalisation of the community, making Cumbria DEVELOPMENT a more attractive place to live and work. ROLE TO PLAY

WE ARE THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA 8 WE ARE THE UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA 9 OUR STRATEGIC AIMS ARE TO DELIVER LONG-TERM INSTITUTIONAL SUSTAINABILITY AND SUCCESS THROUGH:

We work in partnership • Working in strategic partnerships with employers, education to raise educational providers and stakeholders to grow and provide an accessible aspirations and and research-informed academic offer which capitalises on place and meets individual, regional, sector attainment, and provide and employer needs; the skills base for the future workforce. • Providing excellent learning, teaching and research environment and student experience, equipping our graduates with the skills, attributes, confidence and resilience to succeed on graduation and beyond; “ The arrival of the university has been a ‘game changer’ for Carlisle. • Contributing to practice, knowledge, place and communities Whether it is local students choosing to study closer to home or across our locations for social, cultural, environmental and economic benefit; and students who choose to come to Carlisle, it brings a vibrancy that wouldn’t be here without the university. Whether graduates then • Equipping and enabling our staff to make a strong contribution choose to stay and build their careers here or move away to new to our values and collective leadership, with a firm emphasis opportunities, we hope they will have had the time of their lives on celebrating success. and become ambassadors for Carlisle as a great place to work, study and have fun.”

Councillor Colin Glover, Leader of Carlisle City Council

OUR STRATEGIC AIMS 10 OUR STRATEGIC AIMS 11 THE FOUNDING OF UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA

The University of Cumbria was established 11 years ago to improve opportunities for Cumbrian learners and support the changing educational needs of businesses and industries in the region.

Prosperity has always Our formation was not without challenges. Building on the legacy of St Martin’s College, been our purpose. We had limited funding, inherited poor-quality our campus in Lancaster enables us to address buildings and the divergent cultures and regional needs in health and education, operating practices of four legacy institutions. and provides a focal point to deliver skills Working during the 2008 economic crash, requirements for business and industry – austerity measures and radical changes in particularly in and around North Lancashire, the higher education landscape – not only in Morecambe Bay and South Cumbria – working funding but also in teacher and nurse education strategically with the Lancashire LEP, and – we set out to improve opportunities for Lancaster University. Cumbrian residents, whether school leavers or older, and for Cumbrian employers in the Ambleside is the only UK campus in a National private and public sectors. Park and World Heritage UNESCO site, making it the perfect location for study and research The government recognised Cumbria as a conservation, science and outdoor studies. With higher education cold spot, establishing the more than 2,360 square kilometres, crammed University of Cumbria in August 2007. This with valleys, mountains, lakes and Sites of brought together St Martin’s College, Cumbria Special Scientific Interest, Ambleside has also Institute of Arts and the University of Central become the Centre For National Parks and Lancashire’s Cumbria sites. Carlisle became Protected Areas. our headquarters, with major campuses in Ambleside, Lancaster and London and a formal Our London campus builds on our reputation presence in Workington and Barrow. for being one of the largest providers of teacher education in the UK. An impressive 70% of University of Cumbria trained teachers now serve in schools across east London.

“ I’m really excited about the plans of University of Cumbria has for the future. There’s great leadership and there’s great cultural heritage here in this country. What really excites me the most so the work the university is doing to be leaders in this field. It is a place that is naturally creative and the University of Cumbria is a naturally creative university.”

Darren Henley, CEO Arts Council England

THE FOUNDING OF UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA 12 THE FOUNDING OF UNIVERSITY OF CUMBRIA 13 OUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE REGION SO FAR Today we employ more than 1,000 people and have 9,000 students. We have made a massive positive impact on the SUPPORTING lives of our students, the region and beyond. Here are some of our most significant achievements: THE PUBLIC • We have enabled and supported more than • Almost 7,000 people recently attended 32,000 people to graduate. University of Cumbria organised cultural events, including performances, exhibitions, • 97% of graduates are in employment public lectures and other functions. SECTOR or further study within six months of graduating. More than half of Carlisle • A highly-regarded Cumbria Institute of the graduates continue to work in the regional Arts legacy. Alumni include Turner Prize economy, retaining talent, and bringing winner Keith Tyson, actor Charlie Hunnam, much-needed skills to the region. television presenter Helen Skelton, writer Gerard McKeown, and ceramicist and • Worldwide alumni organisation comprising performance poet Thomas Hopkins-Gibson, 40,000 former students and growing. commissioned by Liberty of London. We have developed paramedic training with, and for, ambulance services and the military.

We are one of the largest • University of Cumbria-trained nurses, • We are one of the largest providers of teacher providers of teacher midwives, occupational therapists, training in the UK and joint first in the UK for training in the UK and joint physiotherapists and radiographers are students completing their PGCE Secondary filling essential roles across our regional programmes. If you walk into a school in first in the UK for students hospitals and health care providers. north Lancashire, Cumbria or London’s Tower completing their PGCE Hamlets, there is a high chance you will Secondary programmes. • We are now the lead partner in developing meet a teacher trained by the University of the new national police education Cumbria. Our partner schools graded 97% of qualification framework. Around 400 of our our 729 new teachers as good or outstanding. police graduates are working across policing, Our alumni include Turner Prize winner criminal justice and other related professions. Keith Tyson, actor Charlie Hunnam, television presenter Helen Skelton (left), writer Gerard McKeown, and ceramicist and performance poet Thomas Hopkins-Gibson, commissioned by Liberty of London.

OUR CONTRIBUTION TO THE REGION SO FAR 14 SUPPORTING THE PUBLIC SECTOR 15 REAL WORLD RESEARCH IMPACT

We are in the business of possibility and prosperity, SUPPORTING enriching people to be more, bringing new thinking, skills and ground-breaking research for change by being a university of great influence and significance regionally, BUSINESS nationally and internationally.

AND FUTURE 81% of our research • Our research is grounded in the real world • We have 110 research students across is considered to be with an emphasis on place and applied professional disciplines in business, ecology, of a standard recognised research linked with industry. education, health, and arts – 50% of our PhD students are returning Cumbrian students. SKILLS NEEDS internationally • We work closely with stakeholders and or higher. the potential beneficiaries of our • We maximise the social and economic value research to make sure our research has a of being a research-focused university for meaningful impact. the benefit of our students, communities, business and economy through research, • Our research excellence outcomes are of teaching, knowledge transfer, and the national and international standing in niche exchange of ideas. We already have mature and developing areas, with 81% of our research considered partnerships with major organisations: to be of a standard recognised internationally • Our leading researchers help students to or higher. develop the skills they need to excel in a globally competitive workplace. We have a new contract • We are the lead for a £13.5m project with • Several awards have recognised the success with Rolls Royce to Sellafield Ltd, delivering many levels of our support for small to medium-sized deliver higher-level of awards and qualifications in project enterprises and the local economy. management to the company and its apprenticeships in supply chain, which has provided training • We have trained more than 2,000 senior project management. to 1,300 staff since formation. international leaders from 120 different countries in leadership and sustainability • Several awards have recognised the success through our partnership with Robert of our support for small to medium-sized Kennedy College. enterprises and the local economy. • We have strong industry connections working • We are also working with BAE Systems, with more than 50 partners to develop in partnership with Furness College, our region’s talent and attract new talent. demonstrating the integrated educational model, which the university has grown. • We are at the forefront of the development of higher-level apprenticeships, including policing and nursing.

SUPPORTING BUSINESS AND FUTURE SKILLS NEEDS 16 REAL WORLD RESEARCH IMPACT 17 OUR RESEARCH

The university’s research community in the last twelve years has grown in both size and stature; our real world research has a focus on place and applied research linking with industry.

We aim to deliver research of national and • Initiative for Leadership and Sustainability international importance that addresses the (IFLAS) challenges of our time, and by providing • Centre for National Parks & Protected Areas research-connected programmes of study. (CNPPA) Our research, innovation and enterprise strategy supports the ethos of academic • Learning, Education and Development enquiry and knowledge creation in all academic (LED) research centre institutes to create a sustainable research base. We have a number of research units and Our academic areas of focus are; health, networks to support the research environment the arts, applied psychology and social of the university, provide a critical mass of sciences, business and leadership, conservation, research active staff, taught, and research forestry, education, outdoor studies, science students in focussed cogent areas of expertise, and technology, and sport. such as:

We have a strong underpinning culture that • Teacher Education Advancement Network actively encourages and delivers creative, high (TEAN) quality research and scholarship amongst our • Active Ageing Research Group (AARG) academic staff, and our research students. • Arts Research Initiative (ARI)

Our Academic Institutes all undertake research, The university promotes research activity, with each focusing on particular areas of advanced scholarship and its development strength and excellence. Our outputs have by providing funding on a competitive basis: impact on society, the economy and Internal Research Funding (IRF) and the cultural activity and, most importantly, enrich Sabbatical Leave Scheme. both the undergraduate/postgraduate taught The university successfully submitted to the We have close working relationships and In March 2019, the and postgraduate research programmes of the Additional professional development last three national research exercises. In 2001 work in partnership with many UK and Privy Council awarded university. Our research students are exposed funding is available through the Institutes for as part of the legacy institutions of St. Martin’s overseas HEIs, UK and overseas schools, the university Research College, Cumbria College of Art & Design the National Health Service, trusts, societies, to discipline-based, professional practitioner mandatory training and professional updating. Degree Awarding Powers and research-active communities. Research mentoring has been undertaken (Cumbria Institute of the Arts), and in 2008 associations, industry and the cathedrals (RDAP). at the university for a number of years by and 2014 as the University of Cumbria. group of universities, and over 160 All academic staff involved in the delivery of proactive researchers and involved mentoring collaborations with UK and overseas HEIs, The university intends to build on the our Doctoral Research Degree Programmes, across institutional boundaries. To support foundations, trusts and charities. Our academic significant achievements made for submission in a teaching and/or supervisory capacity, are publication, academic writing retreats are staff deliver lectures and keynotes at a wide in REF 2021. active researchers. available across the academic year. range of events and conferences at other UK and overseas venues. We have an active twitter account - where To support and provide a focus for our In February 2016, the university was awarded research news for and about UoC staff and academic and research activity there are the HR Excellence in Research. The statement There are a range of seminars, public lectures, research students is shared and the latest news currently five research centres: from the European Commission website and external facing events held at the on open access, skills development, policy, university throughout the year. The research • Centre for Research in Health and Society illustrates the importance of achieving this funding opportunities and impact discussed. aspects on the web provide an overview of (CRIHS) benchmark and our commitment to supporting researchers in their careers. The university is a our activity and research environment at the • Centre for Regional Economic Development member of Athena SWAN, and is committed to University of Cumbria. (CRED) upholding the principles laid out in the charter.

OUR RESEARCH 18 OUR RESEARCH 19 IMPROVING OPPORTUNITIES

• We do significant work to support the access, success and progression of a wide range of learners to and through higher education.

• We recruit more than 97% of full-time undergraduate students from state schools.

• More than 39% of students come from lower socioeconomic groups and 19.8% from low participation neighbourhoods. Our performance matches or exceeds location-adjusted benchmarks.

A catalyst for economic wellbeing

Our most recent assessment of our economic contribution indicates we inject £120 million to the regional economy and £230 million to the national economy annually.

“ I truly believe the University of Cumbria holds the key to the future economic development of every sector of this fantastic county. Our university has a major role to play in advancing the industrial and manufacturing sector within the county through the continued educational development of our engineers and technologists across management,commercial and financial understanding.”

John Coughlan, Chief Executive Officer at TSP Engineering

IMPROVING OPPORTUNITIES 20 IMPROVING OPPORTUNITIES 21 STUDENT VIEWS

“ I had witnessed first-hand the “ As well as a good variety of modules care and commitment of the staff and some really great lecturers, to the university and its students. the opportunities seem endless. I was also aware of the university’s We’re always kept up to date on the excellent reputation for developing latest opportunities on offer, including their students and producing field trips both in the UK and abroad, quality graduates.” public conferences and talks, and a Chantel Cumpsty, vast array of work experience BSc (Hons) Midwifery and volunteering opportunities.” Georgia Arnold, “ Law at UoC provides so many amazing BSc (Hons) Conservation Biology opportunities to get involved. In the with Placement three years I studied there I was able to take part in mooting (mock court trials) “ I have gained so much confidence and competitions, organise a mooting now have been able to put myself out competition, a national law conference there and do things I wouldn’t and a law ball.” have necessarily even thought of doing before coming to university.” Dan Abel, LLB Law Chelsea Norris, BA (Hons) Sports Coaching and Development Top Up “ What I enjoyed most about university wasn’t only the performances themselves, but the run up to the “ My placement in London was amazing shows, making a show come together and the experience of spending three and creating my own pieces of theatre. weeks on placement in Sweden was Having the ability to have an input and something I never imagined I’d be able be as creative as I wanted.” to do.” Stee Leahy, Rebecca Lewis, BA (Hons) Performing Arts BA (Hons) Primary Education with QTS University ranked 28th* in student opinion survey *Out of 131 universities.

STUDENT VIEWS 22 STUDENT VIEWS 23 THE FUTURE CHALLENGE

Cumbria has the second largest geographic area of any English county. It has a relatively sparse population.

Skills levels in Cumbria are significantly below Contributing to the Cumbria Local Enterprise “ The university’s strategic plan provides the university the national average. Despite opportunities, Partnership (LEP), we have set specific goals with a really positive future. In particular, Brathay there remain pockets of deprivation and to increase local provision: is interested in employability and widening systemic unemployment. The area has wide variation in higher education participation, • Retention and attraction of a participation, with these strands we can influence the with cold spots distributed through the area. working-age population, in particular, future of Cumbria, its young people and the economy.” Historical data has shown this group is unlikely young professionals; to ‘move away’ to university. Godfrey Owen, • Digital and transport connectivity; and CEO Brathay Of the 56,000 jobs that need to be filled by • The diversification of the economy 2021, around 27,500 are expected to be at and skills to stimulate innovation Level 4 (higher apprenticeship or NVQ) or and increase productivity. above. Currently, the county only has 28% of its working-age population qualified to this level. These issues are echoed in the challenges identified by the Lancashire LEP to establish the region as a national centre for advanced manufacturing, and creating an ‘arc of prosperity’.

THE FUTURE CHALLENGE 24 THE FUTURE CHALLENGE 25 Due to the challenges created by an ageing workforce, around 45,000 jobs need to be filled through apprenticeships and work-based training; growing and retaining graduate and higher-level skills.

We are committed to The Gross Value Added (GVA) per hour in • Upskilling and reskilling of the workforce working with partners Cumbria was £29.1 in 2016, which is below the is made easier through higher education; in Cumbria to address North West average (£29.9) and significantly lower than the UK (£32.6). The university • Universities promote cultural vibrancy the need to improve will contribute significantly to addressing and innovation; and competitiveness and this issue, working with partners in the • Support for small and medium enterprises increase levels of development of higher-level skills through is enabled. productivity across all the Local Industrial Strategy. economic sectors. The university can influence the following core The university as an Anchor Institution supports economic issues by: the strategy in many ways, such as: • Attracting and retaining young local, • Participation rates increase with the national and international talent; closeness of a university to the homes of participants; • Enabling productivity across all sectors by applying digital transformation services; • Higher graduate numbers are associated with lower unemployment; • Establishing a knowledge-based economy that increases GVA opportunities; • Universities attract students from outside the region, and they tend to settle where • Lifting the level of higher-level they have studied; qualifications with postgraduate study and research and development; and • Higher educational opportunities aid retention of working-age adults • Enhancing the cultural richness of and beyond; the region.

Project Academy for Sellafield

Sellafield is one example where the university is supporting employers across the region to enhance the skills of their workforce. We are providing specialist education, training and professional qualifications necessary to deliver the complex and challenging projects associated with decommissioning and managing Europe’s most complex nuclear site.

“ From April 2016, the University of Cumbria has met all of the needs of our Project Academy, delivering high-quality education to more than 1,500 people from Sellafield. This has enable 18 other companies to realise the benefits from Sellafield Project Academy to educate their own employees, improving the skills in our region.”

Ian Marr, Project Director at Sellafield Limited

THE FUTURE CHALLENGE 26 THE FUTURE CHALLENGE 27 Our three-year strategic plan builds on positioning us as a thriving, lead player in delivering professional higher-level learning to meet the demands of an ever-evolving workforce and emerging markets.

We aim to develop What makes us distinct is our location and our The university is actively involved with new areas of provision, role in contributing to the vibrancy of these partners in the development of the Local focussed on partnerships places. Our five campuses within the Lake Industrial Strategy for Cumbria to improve District World Heritage Site, Cumbria, Lancaster socioeconomic conditions in the county. We with educational, and London connect us with landscapes, have already demonstrated our capacity to employer, sector culture and specialist industries no other attract and retain young people in the county and stakeholder. university can offer. through our higher education provision. Enhancing the quality of these courses and We are in the business of possibility and increasing campus vitality shows the university prosperity, enriching people to be more, has a continued commitment to make Cumbria bringing new thinking and skills to change an attractive place to study and acquire higher- the world by being a university of greater level skills. influence and significance regionally, nationally and internationally. Key to building skills is a ladder of progression, whether this is through employers, schools We aim to develop new areas of provision, or Further Education (FE) colleges. focussed on partnerships with educational, employer, sector and stakeholder. In this exciting and rapidly changing period, we are complementing our existing portfolio Our key developments are expected to lead to of provision with some significant a doubling in student numbers in Carlisle developments that embrace technology through the university’s existing Institutes and and will lead to enhancement in innovation, Centres and the new Institute of Industrial productivity and skills in the future. Practice, bringing together existing and planned activity to support the local and regional economy. In conjunction with this is our vision for Lancaster, London and Ambleside and the intention to increase relevant provision in all these locations.

Ladder of Educational Opportunity

Partnerships Employers CPD and short PHD Study all Levels courses

Graduates or MSc & Individual CPD and short experienced Modules courses practitioners

CPD and short BSc Existing, partially courses

CPD and short FdSc OUR ROLE IN courses Partnerships CPD and short Level 4 FE/HEI courses all Levels

Higher-level THE FUTURE Level 3 Apprenticeships

OUR ROLE IN THE FUTURE 28 OUR ROLE IN THE FUTURE 29 INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR STUDIES

The Institute of Science, Natural Resources and Outdoor Studies provides students with the opportunity to develop their curiosity about the natural world and science.

The role holder will Our Ambleside campus is not just in a We have invested an overall total of £3.5million be based at either spectacular setting; it offers world-class in our STEM technology and state-of-the-art the Fusehill Street research, facilities and significant opportunities labs to ensure that there are HE progression to our region to drive the future growth and routes within the Cumbrian county and respond Campus, Carlisle or the success of Cumbria. Within this setting, we to a national shortage of science graduates. Ambleside campus. have naturally placed our conservation, nature Careers in Science, Technology, Engineering and outdoor study courses to make the most and Maths are much sought after and we aim the Lake District National Park World Heritage to grow partnerships with local employers to Site. Our surroundings also make this campus form links for our trained graduates. the ideal place for our paramedic students who The increased need for biosciences graduates gain a unique opportunity to understand their in Cumbria with the development of the practice within the complexity of a Glaxo Smith Kline biopharmaceutical facility rural environment. In our future plans, at Ulverston, and an increase in demand Ambleside offers significant potential for a from Sellafield for scientists, means that the more diverse range of courses all contributing university is working in close collaboration and aligning to the needs and opportunities of with local partners to develop more graduate a rural economy. opportunities for our science students. Tackle critical issues to answer some of the We believe that learning is more than most pressing questions of our time is at the just intellectual study, it is about personal heart of our academic work at Ambleside. Our development, taking part in new experiences world-leading experts have established global and discovering new skills. Our inspiring research centres at Ambleside, to explore, lecturers include published authors and discover and inspire environmental change. examiners, most of whom remain heavily The Centre for National Parks and Protected involved in active research projects and many Areas (CNPPA) has an international portfolio of which work alongside our students to covering a range of activities and research discover ground-breaking research which is within forestry, conservation and outdoors having a great impact on the world around us. studies. Their work includes research on the conservation of brown bears, killer whales, snow leopards, lynx and red squirrels. For more information on the Institute of Science, Natural Resources and Outdoor Studies, click here

INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR STUDIES 30 INSTITUTE OF SCIENCE, NATURAL RESOURCES AND OUTDOOR STUDIES 31 PEOPLE THROUGH DELIVERY DELIVERY THROUGH PEOPLE leadership capacity. in-depth skillsand sustainable strength, provide significantand Our ambitionisto • involved atthehighestlevel: experience from thosewhoare actively our studentstogainevenmore real world collaboration withindustryexpertsallows fields toenhancethecurriculum. Working in Practice toshare theirexpertiseinavarietyof We havealso appointedProfessors of • • • • • This includes(amongst others): strength, skillsandleadershipcapacity. in-depth deliver ourambition,providing significantandsustainable and publicsector)talentskillsintotheuniversityto We havebrought newhighprofile (HE,industrial,service delivery withinInstituteofArts; Opera Operatic Bass,issupportingthe Professor Graeme Danby, EnglishNational lead theInstituteforHealth. Chair oftheUKCouncilDeansforHealth,to Professor BrianWebster-Henderson, current of Innovation; University ofManchester)istheDirector Professor AndyGale(EmeritusProfessor, Chief Operating Officer; Northumbria UniversityandYork St Johnas David Chesser, formerChiefOperating Officer and regional positioning; Partnership toleadonemployerengagement Deputy ChairCumbriaLocal Enterprise Head ofStrategy &Skills,BAESystems and Pro JackieArnold,formerly Vice-Chancellor as Pro ViceChancellor(Academic); Experience) attheUniversityofSunderland, Chancellor (EducationandStudent Professor Rob Trimble, formerPro Vice

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33 OUR PEOPLE DELIVER THE THE ROLE PERSON

Responsible to: • Lead the expansion and enhancement of research, enterprise Qualifications, knowledge and experience Other requirements Pro Vice Chancellor and commercial activities undertaken by the institute. • A relevant first and postgraduate degree or equivalent As a senior post holder, you will demonstrate professionalism, Responsible for: • Ensure the institute has a clear strategic approach to planning, professional qualification. A PhD is desirable. technical competence, good interpersonal and networking skills • Head of Student, Recruitment & Portfolio Development logistics and the deployment of its staffing and non-staffing and the ability to work independently as required. You will • Record of senior-level leadership and strategic • Head of Teaching Learning and Student Experience resources, across all delivery sites. lead and role model the universities values and leadership development, possibly in higher education, in an area(s) • Research Centre Director (where appropriate) behaviours and be an integral part of delivering the university’s • Oversee the continuous development and delivery of the relevant to the Institute. equality, diversity and inclusivity priorities. Job purpose: institutes’ international strategy, within the context of the • Substantial experience of effective people and project Strategic leadership and management of the Institute, university’s international strategy, plans and objectives. You will at all times operate within established university management across multidisciplinary groups. in support of the strategic objectives. regulations and procedures and will need to demonstrate • Foster and stimulate innovation and enhancement in all • High personal academic and/or professional standing in an an understanding of the needs of a large, complex, multi aspects of the institutes’ activity. area relevant to the Institute campus university. Main duties and responsibilities: • Responsible for meeting Institution targets in relation • Proven experience of developing and delivery of regional, On occasions and in line with operational needs you will be • Provide strategic leadership and management of the institute to income, student recruitment, student outcome target national and international partnerships with industry, required to travel to other campuses and sites, nationally within the context of the Strategic Plan, Institute Plan, (attainment), non-continuation and student satisfaction (NSS). business and commerce. or internationally. Academic Strategy and other university strategies, plans • Promote and represent the institute and university regionally, and initiatives, including the Annual Operating Plan. • Experience of leading the achievement of high quality nationally and internationally, developing and enhancing As a senior post holder, you will be expected to work flexibly in learning and teaching with a strong commitment to • Contribute to corporate decision making and to the collaborative partnerships with industry, business & discharging duties. The normal working week is defined in the enhancing the student experience. development of strategy and policy linked to university commerce, professional bodies, public sector and other client contract of employment but because of the nature of the post, objectives. and stakeholder groups. • Higher education teaching qualification / membership you will be required to work flexibly and for such hours as are of the Higher Education Academy. necessary to fulfil the responsibilities of the post. • Deputise for the PVC where relevant and appropriate. • Promote and represent the institute internally and develop productive and collaborative partnerships with other institutes • Further establish and enhance the reputation and standing and services. Key competencies of the institute within the region and beyond, across the full range of stakeholder groups. • Where required, take responsibility for a cross-institutional • Sets strategic direction for the Institute ensuring buy in to the project or area beyond the institute, supporting the University decision making process and commitment to decisions made. • Oversee the development and implementation of the Executive on university-wide projects. institutes’ strategic plan including portfolio and product/ • Ability to work collaboratively with the Senior Management programme development; the continued development and • Maintain responsibility for the Health and Safety requirements Team of the Institute and wider University to ensure the fitness of the academy; learning and teaching; research and of the institute including its staff, environment and audits as strategic development of the Institute and University. enterprise and employer engagement. required in accordance with our Health and Safety policy. • Able to effectively present to and facilitate influential • Lead and promote the achievement of a high quality student groups either within the University or externally. It is the university’s intention that this job description is seen experience and outcomes across a diverse range of on campus Influences outcomes. as a guide to the major areas and duties for which the post and off campus learner groups, including transnational holder is accountable. However, the business will change and • Ability to build and expand networks and partnerships, provision with overseas partners. your obligations will vary and develop. This job description within and out with the Institute, to achieve both strategic • To be responsible for the planning and management of should be seen as a guide and not as a permanent, definitive and operational objectives. delegated budgets. and exhaustive statement. • Evidence of promoting and celebrating a vibrant and inclusive • Ensure the focus and priorities of research, professional learning and teaching culture and academic community, practice and employer engagement support the university’s which is informed and enriched by research, professional and institute academic aims including REF and KEF. practice and pedagogic expertise. • Commitment to the strategic plan and values of the University especially in relation to equality of opportunity at work, a healthy and safe working environment and the expected behaviours of an effective leader.

THE ROLE 34 THE PERSON 35 HOW TO APPLY

Please contact Alan Walter To apply please submit: at Dixon Walter at: • An up-to-date CV with details of your current or last remuneration [email protected] • A covering letter of no more than 2,000 or on 0191 500 5500 words that addresses the requirements in or by clicking here the person specification • Details of three referees (one of whom should be your current employer), including name, nature of your relationship, position and contact details. References will not be taken up without prior consent • A completed equal opportunities and diversity form (also available to download from the campaign site) These documents should be emailed to: [email protected]

Key dates for your diary • The closing date for applications: FRIDAY 8 NOVEMBER 2019 • Final stage assessment and selection will be held week commencing 25 November or 2nd December 2019

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