Head of Pedagogy
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom, North West
Overview
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Job description
Opportunity Overview
Are you a visionary educational leader passionate about inclusive, research-informed teaching and learning?
The University of Salford is seeking an exceptional Head of Pedagogy to shape the future of learning and teaching across our institution. This is a unique opportunity to lead strategic initiatives that enhance student success, drive inclusive educational practice, and position Salford as a sector leader in pedagogic innovation and evidence-based enhancement.
Working within Salford Academy of Education, you will provide institutional leadership for pedagogic development, working closely with senior academic leaders, schools and professional services to embed outstanding, research-informed approaches to teaching, assessment, curriculum design and student success.
- A PhD or equivalent in an education-related discipline and a recognised higher education teaching qualification or fellowship.
- Significant experience leading large-scale educational enhancement and change projects within higher education.
- High level quantitative data analysis skill-sets to include expertise with SPSS, structural equation modelling, and meta-analysis together with a strong track record in pedagogic research, scholarship and securing external funding.
- Expertise in inclusive education, assessment and feedback, student success and belonging.
- The ability to inspire, influence and collaborate with stakeholders at all levels, driving cultural and organisational change.
About the School or About the Department
At the University of Salford, the Academy of Education works with colleagues across the University to advance a research-informed approach to pedagogy. The Academy team have a proven track record of excellence in learning, teaching and assessment, providing a focal point to disseminate and embed best practice, engaging with teaching and professional services staff throughout the institution.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
- An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
- Flexible working - we support a culture of flexible and agile working to help you find the right balance
- Professional development - we offer a comprehensive package of training and development opportunities to help you achieve your full potential
- Wellbeing support - all our people are important to us and we have services and facilities dedicated to your mental and physical health, ranging from an Employee Assistance Programme and counselling, to sports and fitness facilities including discounted gym memberships
Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK’s fastest growing universities. At Salford, you’ll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.
All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.
We value diversity — in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students’ lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.
And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference – to the students, our local community and the world around you.
At the University of Salford you’ll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.
How this role compares
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University of Salford has 13 other vacancies open on GovJobs, with a breakdown of what they pay and the kinds of roles they recruit for.
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