Head of School - Film

MetFilm School is one of the largest film schools in Europe, running undergraduate and postgraduate programmes across our London, Leeds and Berlin campuses as well as a portfolio of non-accredited courses. Our mission is to inspire a new generation of creative screen professionals and our educational philosophy is defined by the unique and multiple ways in which we bring education and industry together through pedagogy, production and partnerships.

About the role:

As Head of School - Film, you will provide academic leadership and drive excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment. This key role supports the Dean of Film and ensures the curriculum remains student-focused. As the senior university representative for Film at MetFilm Berlin, you will oversee curriculum delivery, tutor recruitment, and student success, ensuring an outstanding learning experience for all.

What You'll Do:

• Strategically contribute to the development and implementation of plans aimed at enhancing student and graduate outcomes at the campus level, ensuring alignment with institutional goals.
• Work collaboratively with the Dean of Film to devise and implement local initiatives that broaden access and participation, enrich the induction process, and elevate the international student experience.
• Lead curriculum quality assurance, championing teaching and assessment excellence to ensure the curriculum's continuous enhancement and relevance.
• Advocate passionately for your subject area, elevating its profile across the campus through innovative curriculum enhancement and strategic engagement.
• Drive teaching excellence by recruiting and developing highly skilled lecturers, ensuring they are equipped to deliver outstanding educational experiences.
• Promote a culture of excellence and collaboration by facilitating the exchange of best practices and effectively addressing any teaching or curriculum delivery challenges.
• Manage performance and disciplinary processes with discretion, advancing matters appropriately to ensure a positive and productive working environment.
• Represent your subject area with integrity in governance forums, actively contributing to university committees to influence decision-making and policy development.
• Champion student well-being, proactively addressing concerns and ensuring a supportive academic environment that fosters student success.
• Participate in university processes to enhance the academic character of the institution, demonstrating leadership and a commitment to academic excellence.
• Support marketing and recruitment strategies by actively participating in open days and other events, showcasing the strengths and opportunities within your subject area.
• Lead and manage the collection, monitoring, and analysis of data to inform strategic decisions and report on key outcomes, ensuring continuous improvement and accountability for your school.
• Oversee financial planning and management of the curriculum related school budget to ensure efficient learning, teaching, assessment and enhancement allocation and utilisation of resources.

What You'll Bring:

• A completed Master's degree (or equivalent) or substantial professional experience in a related field.
• A recognised teaching qualification for higher education, or proven experience in university-level teaching and learning practice.
• Evidence of subject expertise and industry engagement.
• Experience in leadership and management within higher education.
• Demonstrated effectiveness in curriculum development and teaching quality improvement.
• Experience teaching in a higher education context.
• Understanding of relevant compliance and regulatory issues in higher education.
• Fluency in German and English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

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Why Met Film School?

In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year
• A comprehensive benefits package including discounted membership to Urban Sports Club

We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation.