Assistant Director

Assistant Director, Student Experience, Learning & Teaching (Wales)

The Open University in Wales

£50,618 to £56,950, according to qualifications and experience;   Ref: 14553

Based in Cardiff

The Open University has been transforming lives since 1969 by opening up higher education to all sections of the community.

As the Assistant Director, Student Experience, Learning & Teaching you will be a key member of The Open University in Wales’  senior team working together to ensure that a growing number of learners in Wales recognise and enjoy the benefits of part-time distance learning with the Open University.

Your focus will be to provide leadership for The Open University in Wales’ for all aspects of our activity which promote and deliver a fulfilling experience for our learners. You will work closely with academic and professional staff in The OU in Wales and the wider University to develop our support and service to students, and to enhance our learning and teaching offer.  The Open University is committed to making higher education open to all and providing a seamless journey for students and supporting their learning success, regardless of their background or previous educational qualifications and you will ensure that our activities in Wales are focused on this core mission.

You will need to possess an undergraduate degree (or equivalent) along with evidence of up-to-date engagement with continuing professional development activities relevant to the role. A postgraduate qualification in a discipline relevant to the role is desirable.

Closing date:  12 noon, 6 April 2018

Interview date: 27 April 2018

We promote diversity in employment and welcome applications from all sections of the community.