Associate Dean - School of Design and Technology

You will support the Dean of School in the strategic planning and effective operation of the School’s academic portfolio. This involves being responsible for the development of teaching and learning strategies, the integration and promotion of collaborative activity between the different academic levels within the School, as well as the implementation of UAL teaching, assessment and learning policies, Quality Assurance, monitoring processes and academic administration.

As a key member of the Senior Leadership Team you will deputise for the Dean of School as and when required and also work closely with the other Associate Deans and senior leaders in the college to foster collaborative initiatives across all areas.

About you

You will have demonstrable knowledge of academic provision, trends and issues in UK HE, with relevant knowledge of Quality Assurance policy, processes and procedures and a significant record of teaching, research and/or professional practice in Higher Education.

You will also need significant experience of shaping and influencing developments within a college/organisation, as well as significant experience of leadership and management including the effective management of resources and budgets.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

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Closing date: 23:55, 6th April 2026.

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