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SalaryOur mission at Wrexham University is “to inspire and enable through higher education, research and engagement, working together with our students, staff and partners”. We are positioning ourselves to engage in a new Vision and Strategy to 2030 and are implementing a refreshed brand identity over the academic year cycle 2023/24, which will underpin our competitive position. Our civic mission is deeply rooted in our partnerships, and we play a pivotal role as an anchor institution for the city and for North-East Wales.
The University is noted for its powerful track record in social inclusion and sector-leading National Student Survey results. We were named first in England and Wales for student satisfaction by the Complete Universities Guide (2023), due to our sector-leading results in the National Student Survey for quality of teaching (90%), feedback on assessment (87%) and academic support (87%). Additionally, the University has been recognised by Advance HE through a prestigious Collaborative Award for Teaching Excellence (CATE) Award for our excellent track record in educational innovation and establishing a strong culture of collaboration.
Campus 2025, involving capital build across our three campuses, is now well underway with development of our Health Education and Innovation Quarter alongside of host of wider projects that will position Wrexham University as an outstanding provider of practice-led, highly evolved research and learning environments.
Comprising of over 10,000 students, our academic portfolio covers four domains across two Faculties, representing areas of distinctive strength: Health and Social Sciences; Science, Technology and Engineering; Business; Creative Industries. Within these broad areas, there are specialist subjects that are recognised UK-wide for their outstanding teaching quality or their research, such as Criminal Justice, Occupational Therapy and Optics Engineering. All our programmes have a focus on employability and professional recognition delivering a holistic learning experience that sets students up for life post-University.
Nearing the end of our Vision and Strategy 2025, we have now begun the search for our next Vice-Chancellor to lead the next phase in the University’s development. This individual will be responsible for setting the strategic vision and leadership to the University community and ensuring that the institution has a dynamic and forward-looking approach to teaching and learning and further strengthens its position to inspire and enable through higher education, research and engagement. Thus, the role of Vice-Chancellor is that of Chief Executive with overall responsibility for the leadership and management of the institution, and for its direction. The Vice- Chancellor is responsible to the Board of Governors through its Chair.
We are seeking outstanding applicants with the skills and attributes to inspire a complex and demanding academic institution and who, as our VC, can confidently represent our ambitions, our values and demonstrate their own competency in a high-performing senior team.
We welcome and encourage applications from candidates from all backgrounds with the qualifications, experience and potential to lead the University and its community of staff and students. Applications from candidates from under-represented groups are welcome.
Applications should consist of a covering letter, full CV detailing academic and professional qualifications, employment history, latest remuneration and relevant achievements.
Applications can be uploaded at https://candidates.perrettlaver.com/vacancies/. Please quote reference 7033.
The closing date for applications 09:00 GMT on Tuesday 30th January 2024.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend formal interviews on Thursday 11th April and Friday 12th April 2024.
Salary: Competitive for the role.
Location: Wrexham, Wales
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