Job Description

1 FTE, indefinite post

Head of Digital Services - Shape the Future of Digital at the University of Gloucestershire

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and play a defining role in transforming digital experiences across a university? This is your chance to join the senior leadership team in IT Services and lead a bold vision for how we use technology to power teaching, learning, and working at the University of Gloucestershire.



We are seeking a Head of Digital Services - a forward thinking leader with the passion and expertise to reimagine how digital can unlock opportunities for our students, staff, and community.



In this pivotal role, you'll lead our Digital Solutions and Digital Learning teams, driving change that impacts everything from the way we design our curriculum with digital tools to how we develop and deliver enterprise wide systems. You'll guide your teams through an exciting period of innovation and growth, working with colleagues across the university to ensure our digital environment enables students to learn, thrive, and succeed.



This is not just about systems - it's about vision. We're looking for someone who can:

Inspire and lead

teams to embrace change and deliver high qualitydigital services.

Shape enterprise and solution architecture

to build a sustainable, flexible digital ecosystem.

Collaborate across schools and departments

, ensuring technology is embedded at the heart of teaching, learning, and working.

Drive digital transformation

that enhances student experiences and strengthens how we work as a university.



If you're ready to make your mark, influence strategy, and deliver real impact, we'd love to hear from you.



If you want you learn more, please see the Job description below or visit our information page or contact Hayley Histed ( HHisted@glos.ac.uk)



Applications should consist of a CV (no longer than 3 pages) with a tailored supporting statement (no longer than 2 pages of A4) demonstrating how you meet the criteria for this role. Please ensure these are submitted by clicking apply below ( please do not send directly )

Closing date:

19th October

Shortlisting:

21st October

Interviews:

To be held in person and dates will be flexible. Location TBC.



To avoid disappointment please apply early, should we find a suitable candidate we will close the advert.



Please note, we are not working with recruitment agencies to advertise or promote this role.





We are proud to be a Disability Confident Leader, guaranteeing an interview to everyone who meets the definition of disability set out in the Equality Act 2010 and the essential criteria contained within the person specification.