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National Director of Arts (teaching and learning)

About Candidate

I am a highly experienced academic leader operating at the professor level, with a strong track record in enhancing academic excellence, institutional quality, and governance in higher education. My work is driven by a commitment to student success, research-informed practice, and system-wide improvement across the academic spectrum.

My core competencies include:

Academic Leadership & Strategy: Proven expertise in curriculum design, academic policy, and pedagogical innovation. I have successfully led strategic teaching and learning initiatives that elevate institutional performance and academic integrity.

Quality Assurance & Enhancement: Extensive experience in designing and implementing internal and external quality review processes, aligning with national and international accreditation standards. Skilled in risk-based quality assurance and audit processes.

Governance & Compliance: Deep understanding of academic and corporate governance structures, with experience advising senior leadership and working with regulatory bodies to maintain excellence, compliance, and ethical standards.

Student Experience & Learning Journeys: Strong focus on improving student satisfaction, progression, and attainment. I have led enhancements to the full learning journey—from induction to graduation—ensuring inclusive, engaging, and supportive environments that empower learners.

Graduate Outcomes & Employability: Strategic focus on graduate destinations and employability outcomes. I have developed cross-sector partnerships, embedded employability skills into the curriculum, and championed work-based learning to support positive graduate trajectories.

Inclusive Education & Widening Participation: Committed to equity, diversity, and inclusion, I have initiated and evaluated programs that improve access, retention, and success for underrepresented student groups.

Digital Transformation in Education: Experienced in leveraging technology-enhanced learning (TEL), digital pedagogy, and virtual learning environments (VLEs) to drive innovation and flexibility in delivery.

Mentorship & Staff Development: Passionate about academic development, I mentor early-career researchers and staff, support continuing professional development (CPD), and promote a culture of reflective practice.

Research, Scholarship & Impact: Engaged in interdisciplinary research with real-world applications, contributing to national education policy and international scholarly discourse.

Partnerships & Stakeholder Engagement: Skilled in building relationships across academia, industry, and community, I bring a collaborative approach to developing impactful educational solutions.

I bring a balance of visionary leadership, operational expertise, and academic credibility, underpinned by a strong moral compass and a passion for lifelong learning.

Salary
SAR
Nationality
British
Looking for Job Title
Program Director, Associate Dean, Educational Consultant,
Iqama
Resident

Location

Education

B
BA hons Theatre 2005
University of Surrey

Performance and industry BA

M
Masters in Education: Music 2012
University of Surery

Education of Arts with focus on pedagogy

S
Senior Fellowship in Teaching and Learning 2018
AdvanceHE

Post Grad certificate in teaching and learning HE level

Work & Experience

N
National Director of Arts 08/23 - -
Spears Theatre Arts