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Pro Vice-Chancellor Education and Student Experience
Competitive Salary
Permanent Contract
Nottingham Trent University is seeking an outstanding academic leader to shape the future of its education and student experience agenda.
The Pro Vice-Chancellor will provide clear strategic leadership for education across the University, ensuring that NTU continues to deliver academically rigorous, inclusive and future-focused courses that support student success. Reporting to the Vice-Chancellor and President and working as a member of the University Executive Team, the role will lead the development and delivery of NTU’s education strategy, including learning, teaching and assessment, academic quality, student outcomes, digital learning, portfolio development, employability, student voice and the wider student experience.
The successful candidate will bring a deep understanding of educational excellence, academic quality, pedagogy, student outcomes and the regulatory environment. Experience of leading major change in a complex institution will be essential, alongside the ability to work across academic and professional services teams, use data and insight to drive improvement, build trusted relationships with students and colleagues and represent NTU with credibility across the sector.
NTU offers a powerful platform for this work. With TEF Gold status, sustained strength in the National Student Survey and the forthcoming implementation of a new institutional five-year strategy, the University is building from a position of real confidence. Over the past fifteen years, NTU has invested more than £450 million across its campuses, creating sector-leading facilities that support innovative teaching, research, enterprise and industry collaboration. Its five distinct locations in Nottingham, Nottinghamshire and London provide a rich and varied environment for students and staff, spanning everything from digital arts, business and law to science, technology, agriculture, design and the built environment.
This is an opportunity to join a University with a distinctive culture, strong momentum and a clear sense of purpose. Guided by values that emphasise changing lives, being bold and doing the right thing, NTU is looking for a PVC who can bring visible, collaborative and inclusive leadership to a broad and influential portfolio, keeping students at the heart of the University’s ambitions and ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed.
The closing date for applications is noon, Monday 27 July 2026
How to apply
Anderson Quigley is acting as an advisor to Nottingham Trent University. An executive search process is being carried out by Anderson Quigley in addition to the public advertisement.
To apply, please submit a CV and a supporting statement. Your CV should include:
- Educational and professional qualifications.
- Full employment history.
- The names and addresses of two referees.
Referees will not be approached until the final stages of the selection process and not without prior permission from candidates.
Your supporting statement should demonstrate your ability to meet the person specification (maximum two pages).
Please submit your documents to High-profile Career Moves for Inspirational Leaders | AQ using the reference AQ3652.
Timetable
The closing date for applications is Monday 27 July; candidate assessment will take place during the summer, but applicants should not be discouraged by the timing, as the process has been planned to allow appropriate flexibility, with final client assessment expected to take place at the end of September or very beginning of October.
Safe and Inclusive
At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.
Applications from job seekers who require sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Whilst this role is currently eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker Route, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position, or for more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page.
This role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.
