Head of School Visa Sponsorship Uk

Job Description

About the Job
Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

As the Head of School for Accounting, Analytics, and Finance, you will provide dynamic academic leadership, strategic direction, and exceptional operational management for a newly established School within the Faculty of Business and Law.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversee the School’s programme portfolio, ensuring high academic standards, and continuously reviewing and developing new courses and curricula to address market demands.
• Deliver outstanding student learning experiences that foster academic success, high student satisfaction, and strong graduate outcomes.
• Cultivate an engaging and high-performance academic culture within the School, focusing on employee engagement, aspiration, trust, and well-being.
• Support and enhance research and knowledge exchange to elevate the School’s reputation and profile.
• While remote work is available, the number of remote days will fluctuate throughout each semester based on the needs of the role. This will be discussed further during the interview process.

About You
You are an inclusive and effective academic leader with a proven track record of guiding teams to success. You excel at strategic thinking, using data-driven insights to achieve objectives and meet key performance indicators (KPIs).

Your understanding of quality assurance and continuous improvement drives high standards within academic settings. You embrace digital innovation, empowering both students and staff to grow and succeed.

You possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a strong ability to recognize and address the varied needs of diverse stakeholders. Your professional integrity ensures you navigate regulatory and financial requirements effectively. You are committed to self-development and embrace change, guiding your team through new priorities and ways of working.

Qualifications
Essential:

• Level 7 qualification or equivalent professional experience in a subject relevant to the School or Faculty.

Desirable:

• Doctoral qualification.
• Registration with a relevant professional or regulatory body.
• Professional recognition as an HEA Fellow (D2) or a teaching qualification recognized by HESA, or a willingness to obtain this within an agreed timeline.

About Us
At the University of Northampton, we are dedicated to supporting aspirations, creating opportunities, and making a meaningful impact. Our people are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster an inclusive, progressive environment where excellence thrives for both students and staff.

Our People
Our staff are our greatest asset. We are committed to building an inclusive community that values diversity, promotes well-being, and supports both personal and professional growth. Through a comprehensive People Strategy, we aim to attract and retain top talent, enhance career progression, and empower each colleague to achieve their best.

Our Values

• Inclusivity: We celebrate diversity and ensure that everyone has the opportunity to excel.
• Sustainability: We are committed to becoming a net-zero carbon institution, working collectively for the benefit of society and the environment.
• Aspiration: We strive for excellence in all we do, empowering our staff, students, and partners to reach their highest potential.
• Trust: We build relationships based on respect, transparency, and shared goals.

Together, we are creating a future where our community, work, and impact truly make a difference.

Right to Work
All candidates must provide proof of their eligibility to work in the UK during the interview process. The University is open to considering Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided the eligibility criteria of the points-based immigration system are met.

Equality
We encourage applications from individuals from underrepresented groups. The University of Northampton is committed to creating an ethical, sustainable, and inclusive environment where equality, diversity, and inclusion are core values. We uphold these principles through formal policies and committees, extending our commitment to subsidiary companies and partnerships.

Together @ UON – Our Commitment to Equality and Inclusion
Together @ UON reaffirms our dedication to creating an environment that celebrates diversity and fosters equality. Our mission is to create a space where all individuals can thrive, contributing to our vision of transforming lives and inspiring change.

Key Commitments:

1. Creating an Inclusive Environment: We adopt a zero-tolerance approach to discrimination and ensure that all activities are inclusive.
2. Supporting Students and Staff: We enhance mental health support, disability confidence, and academic and professional guidance.
3. Tackling Inequalities: We involve students in recruitment, use equality data to inform decisions, and support networks for those with protected characteristics.

UON’s Major Commitments:

• Disability Confident
• Standalone Pledge
• IHRA Working Definition

For more details, please visit: University of Northampton Governance & Management