Anglia Ruskin University

Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university transforming lives through innovative, inclusive, and entrepreneurial education and research. We hold a Gold award for the quality of our education, awarded through the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF), and are proud to be Times Higher Education University of the Year 2024. With campuses across the East of England – including our newest additions, ARU Peterborough and ARU Writtle – we combine academic excellence with a strong civic mission, working with partners to enhance the social, cultural, and economic wellbeing of our region. As one of the largest providers of Nursing, Midwifery, Health and Social Care students in the East of England, and a national leader in degree apprenticeships, we are committed to ensuring outstanding educational outcomes and experiences for our diverse and vibrant student community.

We are now seeking to appoint a Pro Vice-Chancellor (Student Experience and Outcomes). Reporting to the Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Education), the postholder will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering programmes that enhance student engagement, continuation, completion, and outcomes across all modes of study. They will oversee the academic delivery of apprenticeships, lead preparation for our next TEF submission, and work with colleagues across the University to foster a student-centric culture of excellence.

The successful candidate will be an accomplished senior leader in higher education, with a track record of delivering innovative and high-impact enhancements to education, informed by data and best practice. They will combine strategic vision with operational delivery skills, and will have the ability to influence across professional services, academic disciplines, and external partners. A strong knowledge of TEF and experience of developing successful submissions will be essential, alongside an ability to champion equity and inclusion in student experience and outcomes.

Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to Anglia Ruskin University on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details on how to apply, please visit www.saxbam.com/appointments using reference IADCE. Alternatively email Belinda.beck@saxbam.com. Applications should be received by 11:59pm on Sunday 14 September 2025.