Head of School, School of Allied and Public Health Professions

Opening Date:
6 Feb 2019
Closing Date:
15 Mar 2019
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Canterbury Christ Church University is a modern, dynamic University with some 17,000 students. Our vision is to pursue excellence in higher education by transforming the lives of individuals, enriching communities and creating a University that is an inspiring place to work and where everyone’s contribution is equally valued.

We are currently seeking a new Head to lead the School of Allied and Public Health through continued growth and transformation. Sitting within the Faculty of Health and Wellbeing, the Allied Health and Public Health agenda provides a breadth of possibilities for development, and staff in our new school are engaged in a wide range of initiatives at local, national and international level. We are keen to appoint a Head who can enable portfolio development, and facilitate continuous improvement and high quality outcomes.

The school delivers an exciting mix of student, research and enterprise activities, for 1,350 students annually across: Diagnostic Radiography, Occupational Therapy, Operating Department Practitioners, Ophthalmic Dispensing, Paramedics, Physiotherapy, Public Health and Health Promotion, and Speech and Language Therapy.

As an experienced strategic leader you will be able to evidence delivery of high quality student and staff experiences. You will also be able to deliver excellence in all aspects of the role, including research and enterprise activities. You will be an ambitious and experienced academic with a relevant recognised status, or professional background, to support your sound appreciation of the complexity in contemporary health and care environment and higher education. The appointed candidate will be genuinely passionate about the mission, values and culture nurtured at Canterbury Christ Church University.

For further information and details on how to apply, please visit www.berwickpartners.co.uk/70705