Associate Professor and Head of Sport

Who we are

Rated a top three modern University in London, we provide an engaging portfolio of apprenticeships, short courses, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees. Ranking top three in London for Student Satisfaction in 2026, jointly recognised as the best modern university in the country for research, and the highest-ranked modern university in London in REF
2021.

The School of Life and Health Sciences has established a reputation for quality and innovation in Sport and healthcare education. We have been commended for shifting the focus of healthcare education to better meet the needs of the future healthcare workforce, a commendation we aim to repeat across our Sport offering.

This is a key leadership role with significant opportunity to shape the future direction of Sport  are looking for someone who can build on existing strengths, develop new opportunities, strengthen partnerships and help raise the profile of Sport within the School. Our programmes are supported by an active research environment, high-quality clinical suites and laboratories to provide an inspiring environment to work.

The Role

We are recruiting to the role of Associate Professor and Head of Sport to provide academic leadership for Sport within the School of Life and Health Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to take a leading role in building on the current success of our sport programmes, while shaping the next phase of their development, growth and impact.

Working closely with the Dean and Deputy Deans, you will provide a clear vision for Sport that supports academic excellence, student success, curriculum innovation and sustainable growth. You will lead and develop the sport team, strengthening a culture that enables excellence in teaching, research, knowledge exchange and professional practice.

Key responsibilities will include leading the strategic development of the sport portfolio; enhancing the quality, delivery and reputation of sport-related programmes; supporting recruitment, retention and strong student outcomes; building external partnerships and industry engagement; and using student, research and operational data to drive continuous improvement and new educational provisions.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in higher education, learning and teaching, course development and quality assurance, specifically within sport-related programmes. You will bring the academic and professional leadership needed to build excellence across a portfolio of activity, alongside a track record of success in teaching and research, enterprise or professional practice. You will also have strong staff management skills, excellent communication and organisational skills, and the ability to lead collaboratively, solve problems and deliver to tight deadlines.

If you have any specific questions on the role, please contact Mandy Gault, Deputy Dean

The University is committed to promoting diversity and equality of opportunity
. Roehampton Academic Education Limited staff have access to the University’s Retirement Savings Group Pension Plan, a defined contribution scheme, provided by Royal London. Our full range of benefits are available here.

The closing date for completed applications is:
23 August 2026

It is expected that interviews will be held on 18 September 2026

We reserve the right to close applications and commence interviews prior to the dates noted above. Roehampton Academic Education Limited is a subsidiary company of the University of Roehampton.
For non-UK nationals, Visa Sponsorship is not available for this role unless you hold a relevant PhD.