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Job
Dean of Screen School
Vacancy ID
11883
College/Service
London College of Communication
Location
LCC - Elephant and Castle, London UK
Salary
£Competitive
Contract
Permanent
Hours
37
Apply by
19 September 2025, 12:00 pm
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The opportunity
This is a unique opportunity for an experienced academic leader to shape the future of London College of Communication's (LCC) internationally recognised Screen School.
The Screen School is renowned for its collaborative, inter-disciplinary approach to creative education, mirroring the realities of the screen industries. Our extensive course portfolio spans film and television, animation, sound arts, games design, visual effects, and virtual reality. As Dean, you will play a central role in the strategic leadership, management and development of research and knowledge exchange activities and infrastructure of the School, providing guidance through a critical phase of growth and innovation.
You will have the chance to make a profound impact on the Screen School by also helping to deliver LCC’s strategic vision, ‘Creative Communication Transforms the World’. This vision will help us address the major issues of our time, while nurturing a vibrant, creative and inclusive community of students and staff. You will be instrumental in embedding this vision across the Screen School, fostering a culture of excellence in teaching, research and knowledge exchange. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in leading change and ensuring a smooth transition as the College prepare to move to our new state-of-the-art vertical campus at Elephant and Castle in 2027. As a key member of the College Executive Board, you will also lead the ongoing development of a high-quality, inclusive, and industry-informed curriculum, positioning the School as a global leader in its subject areas.
Your profile
We are looking for a skilled practitioner who is widely recognised as a leading authority in their field, with widespread public or professional recognition.
You will demonstrate an understanding of academic provision, trends and issues in higher education, both nationally and internationally, with particular insight into the evolving landscape of screen-related courses.
A substantial track record in teaching, research or professional practice within a relevant discipline is essential, along with excellent leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
You will also demonstrate the ability to apply innovative approaches to your leadership of academic programmes, devising creative solutions to complex challenges that drive strategic impact.
Saxton Bampfylde Ltd is acting as an employment agency advisor to UAL on this appointment. For further information about the role, including details about how to apply, please visit University of the Arts London - Saxton Bampfylde - Global Executive Search & Leadership Consulting using reference IASZF. Alternatively email Belinda.beck@saxbam.com
The closing date for applications is noon on Friday 19 September 2025.
We are UAL
University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.
Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.
As a University we are ranked second in the world for Art and Design. We are formed of 6 Colleges with unique histories and identities: Camberwell College of Arts, Central Saint Martins, Chelsea College of Arts, London College of Communication, London College of Fashion and Wimbledon College of Arts. UAL also has 4 Institutes, 5 Research Centres, 1 Pre-Degree School and 2 subsidiary companies delivering specialist activities.
Application process
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