Reporting into: Director of Distance LearningEmployment type: PermanentSalary: £78,065 per annumHours per week: 37Closing date: 3rd November 2025 About Arden University Arden University is an aspirational, multi‑award‑winning institution delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first‑choice university for career‑focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education. About the Department The Centre for Distance Learning (CDL) leads the strategic transformation of Arden University’s distance learning provision, driving innovation, enhancement, and measurable improvements in student success. CDL works across academic schools and professional services, providing thought leadership in online education, pioneering evidence‑based approaches to design, delivery, and student engagement, and leading testing and evaluation of emerging technologies. About the Opportunity This brand new Academic Director (Distance Learning) position plays a key role in shaping the future of online and distance education at Arden University. Reporting to the Director of Distance Learning, the role is responsible for driving academic excellence, fostering faculty engagement, and enhancing the overall student experience across our distance learning provision.

Lead and develop academic teams to create a culture of collaboration, excellence, and continuous improvement. Drive student engagement and success through innovative, inclusive, and evidence‑based approaches. Oversee academic quality and standards, ensuring our programmes remain rigorous, relevant, and aligned to institutional goals. Strengthen relationships with employers and external partners to enhance Arden’s reputation as a leader in accessible, career‑focused higher education. Champion the effective use of digital tools and learning technologies to enrich teaching and student support.

About You You will be an influential and collaborative academic professional with the ability to engage, motivate, and support colleagues to deliver high‑quality outcomes for students. You will have experience building strong relationships based on credibility, communication, and trust, enabling you to influence academic practice and foster a positive, inclusive culture across teams and disciplines. You will be skilled at articulating a clear vision, setting shared expectations, and promoting excellence in teaching, learning, and student support. A focus on student success and a genuine commitment to enhancing the overall learning experience are essential, as is the ability to work effectively with academic and professional services colleagues to embed best practice. You will also have substantial experience implementing strategies that drive student engagement, persistence, and satisfaction. Your strengths in planning, collaboration, and the delivery of educational initiatives will enable you to make a meaningful contribution to continuous improvement and innovation within a dynamic learning environment. Benefits

30 days holiday + bank holidays on‑top, and even a Christmas closure! A generous Aviva pension plan, company contributions starting from 7% SimplyHealth plan option Private Medical Insurance Access to Perkbox benefits Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for all family and friends Plus, other excellent benefits Our ‘Golden Ticket’ allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion Arden University is a Disability Confident Employer. If you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, ensuring our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people’s age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. Sponsorship Statement Please be aware that some roles may not meet the points requirement for a sponsored Skilled Worker visa under the points‑based immigration system. However, we welcome applications from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but may be eligible for a visa through an alternative route. Seniority Level, Employment Type & Job Function

Seniority level: Not Applicable Employment type: Full‑time Job function: Education and Training Industries: Higher Education

Closing Date 3rd November 2025 #J-18808-Ljbffr