Pro Dean Education (Faculty of Technology)

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. One of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, and ranked among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings.

We are seeking an outstanding academic leader to join the Faculty of Technology's leadership team as Pro Dean (Education).

The Pro Dean will provide strategic leadership for the faculty's education portfolio, driving delivery of the University Strategy and translating institutional priorities into clear, measurable faculty-wide outcomes. Working in partnership with the Deputy Vice Chancellor - Education, the postholder will lead initiatives that strengthen educational excellence, innovation and continuous improvement.

The Pro Dean will work closely with Heads of School and Associate Heads, supporting effective implementation of strategic priorities and fostering a collaborative, student-focused culture across the faculty.

You will be an experienced academic leader with:
- A strong track record of leadership and strategic delivery in higher education.
- Significant experience of enhancing education, teaching and the student experience.
- The ability to translate strategy into effective action and measurable outcomes.
- Excellent influencing, communication and partnership building skills.
- A collaborative, inclusive and innovative approach to leadership.

Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role.

Benefits include:
- Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
- Generous pension scheme.
- Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
- Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
- Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
- Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
- Excellent training and development opportunities.
- Staff wellbeing programmes.
- Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
- Discounted learning.
- Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.

New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from normal policy.