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Closing Date: 20/01/2023

Head of Higher Education  
Permanent/ Full-Time
London, West End / Hybrid Working   

About the role:

We are looking for a passionate, innovative and visionary Head of Higher Education to lead on the delivery and development of our current and future programmes.

Our current programmes consist of c.350 students across three degrees (Buying & Merchandising; Business Management for Fashion; Marketing & Communications for Fashion).  

Development of our future programmes means that this is a really exciting time to be joining the FRA. In our Higher Education provision alone, we have four new degree courses due to be launched in 2023/2024 and a further two planned before 2025, with student numbers due to rise from c.350 to c.500.  

The successful applicant will play a critical role in delivering our growth and ambitious curriculum strategy; they will lead and manage a high performing team to deliver the best imaginable experience for every student.  

The initial focus of the role will be the continuous enhancement of the student experience, and ensuring our course content remains relevant and aligned to the skills gaps in the industry, enabling the best imaginable foundations for scaling up our offer.  

The ideal applicant will have:

• A comprehensive understanding of the Higher Education landscape and the challenges impacting the sector
• Extensive knowledge of quality enhancement and regulatory requirements,
• An innovative approach to teaching and learning.
• Strong leadership and management skills.
• Exceptional industry knowledge and experience, however, this is not restricted to Fashion, we would welcome applications from individuals with experience from any aspect of the retail sector, or other relevant creative discipline.

Why The FRA?

We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other and celebrate together! At the FRA, our students are at the centre of what we do and as a result, we offer hugely rewarding careers – whatever your role at the FRA, you have the opportunity to change a student’s life! If you are looking for a fast-paced and autonomous role where you can really demonstrate your impact, then look no further.

Our carefully curated benefits package offers something for everyone, whether you’re interested in:

• Furthering your development through funded professional qualifications and a personal growth allowanc
• Generous and flexible leave that suits your lifestyle, including an around the world trip after 5 years’ service
• Market-leading family friendly pay, including 6 months fully paid maternity, adoption and shared parental leave
• A monthly wellbeing allowance and financial loan structures to support your financial health

Salary:

Competitive salary, subject to qualifications and experience

For more information about us, visit our website and refer to the job description and person specification available to download.

Next steps:

Please create an account and click Start Application to submit an application.

Closing Date: On-going. Please note we will be reviewing applications as and when they come in, so early application is advised.

Please contact our Recruitment team at recruitment@fra.ac.uk for further information or an informal chat about this campaign.

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We welcome applications from individuals from all sections of the community. The equality and diversity information you provide will be strictly confidential to the HR Department and will not be seen by the short listing or selection panel. Applications will be judged solely on the basis of merit.