Faculty Academic Director

The University of South Wales (USW) takes pride in being a vocationally focused University, preparing students for jobs in key sectors in Wales and beyond. We have an ambitious 2030 strategic plan for growth, sustainability, and excellence in student outcomes that have included the reshaping of our faculty structures to provide the highest levels of student outcomes and develop industry-ready graduates.

The Faculty of Business and Creative Industries (FBCI) is one of three faculties at USW. Offering courses in subject areas such as Law, Business Management, Music and Drama, Film and Professional Development and supporting over 6,000 students across more than 90 courses.

We are seeking to appoint a Faculty Academic Director to be a member of the faculty senior leadership team, leading the faculty in developing sustainable future focused portfolio, grow student numbers and drive forward excellence in performance against critical success factors. A leader who embodies the values we place at the heart of everything we do: professional; responsive; creative; inspiring; and collaborative.

This role is based principally at USW’s Pontypridd campus, with regular weekly attendance at USW’s other campuses.

This is a full-time permanent post.

For an informal conversation about this post please contact Adam Williams, Deputy Dean. Email [email protected]

Further information

Find out what we're looking for from our Deputy Vice Chancellor, Donna Whitehead: https://youtu.be/x-0SqYFFSI4

To find out more about USW including our Strategies click here: https://www.southwales.ac.uk/about/

To find out more about the Faculty of Business and Creative Industries click here: https://youtu.be/N90rq435vg8

Discover the advantages of working for USW: http://tiny.cc/WorkatUSW

USW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.  All those working at the University are expected to share this commitment.

We are committed to employing a diverse workforce and creating an inclusive environment.  Where colleagues can be themselves and every person is treated with dignity, fairness and respect. We actively encourage applications from diverse backgrounds and communities, especially with regards to age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race and religion and/or belief.  We benchmark our success through equality accreditations with Athena Swan, Race Equality Charter, Stonewall and Disability Confident.