Interim Head of Learning and Teaching

We are looking for an Interim Head of Learning and Teaching to join our team. We are seeking an experienced higher education professional with a first degree (or equivalent) and a higher degree in a relevant discipline, alongside a recognised HE teaching qualification and HEA Senior Fellowship (or higher). The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to continuous professional development and a proven record of enhancing learning and teaching practice.

They will bring academic credibility and expertise in leading teaching and learning projects, driving positive organisational change, and delivering initiatives that improve teaching quality, student experience, employability, and academic achievement. Experience of implementing technology‑enhanced and blended learning approaches is essential, together with a sound understanding of contemporary higher education policy and practice, including the Teaching Excellence Framework, creative pedagogy, widening participation, inclusive education, and strategies that support student success, retention, progression, and employability, particularly for under‑represented groups.

This role supports the enhancement of learning, teaching and academic practice across the University by contributing to the implementation of Ravensbourne's Learning with Industry Framework and other strategic learning and teaching initiatives. Working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners, the postholder will drive improvements in student experience, satisfaction, retention, progression and graduate outcomes. Key responsibilities include supporting quality enhancement and assurance activities, promoting innovative and technology‑enhanced teaching practices, fostering academic communities of practice, and managing and contributing to staff development programmes, pedagogic networks and knowledge exchange activities.

The role also supports the exploration and adoption of emerging technologies and learning environments that enhance teaching effectiveness and student engagement.

The postholder contributes to institutional planning, operational priorities and resource management while participating in relevant committees, working groups and collaborative projects. They are expected to uphold Ravensbourne's values, educational ethos, policies and regulatory requirements, including commitments to equality, diversity and inclusion, health and safety, sustainability, and professional standards. The role requires active engagement in learning and teaching initiatives that widen participation and support under‑represented groups, and a flexible, collaborative approach to undertaking duties that contribute to the achievement of the University's strategic objectives.

The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership, project management, and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to motivate and develop individuals and teams to achieve shared objectives. They will be an effective collaborator, building productive relationships across academic and professional services teams and with external partners. A commitment to creating excellence in all learning and teaching activity and embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all their activities is essential.

Above all, the successful candidate will demonstrate a proactive, values‑driven approach, using resources effectively to deliver institutional priorities and support continuous improvement in learning, teaching, and student outcomes.

• Generous leave
• We operate a hybrid working model of on‑site and working from home for most of our posts
• Competitive Pension Scheme
• An Employee Assistance programme
• A cycle‑to‑work scheme