Director of London College of MusicApplication Pack

Message from the Vice-Chancellor

Professor Peter John

“We commit ourselves to ensuring that inclusiveness, diversity and creativity remain at the heart of our mission.”

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LCM Programmes

ClassicalJazz and pop performance CompositionLive sound productionMusic technology Musical theatreRecord productionLCM ExamsTheatre productionMusic managementActing

London College of Music (LCM) is celebrating 130 years of a long and illustrious history. Founded on the principle of offering music education to all who wish to learn, there is much to be proud of and I am delighted that this ethos continues to inspire our students and staff today.

LCM is the largest specialist music and performing arts institution in the UK. Each year we go from strength to strength, increasing our student numbers in all corners of the world, our state-of-the-art resources and our reputation. We owe our successes to exceptional staff, our distinguished alumni, honorary members and our international partners whose engagement makes LCM the institution that we can all be proud of.

However, we must not rest on our laurels. As we mark this significant anniversary, we commit ourselves to ensuring that inclusiveness, diversity and creativity remain at the heart of our mission. We must meet audiences’ and industry’s demand for globally diverse talent and output. We are uniquely placed to address this challenge through our international programmes and networks.

We are now seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to provide vision, direction, leadership and a new impetus to LCM. As Director of London College of Music you will play a key role in our remarkable journey and join us in mapping our bold future.

London College of Music was founded by G Augustus Holmes in 1887 at 54 Great Marlborough Street, with a mission to improve musical standards across the UK and to offer a range of qualifications to all ages and backgrounds, regardless of gender. Its emphasis on accessibility was pioneering and unique in comparison with the other music colleges of the time.

The College began as an examining body, but a teaching element was created quite early in its history which provided facilities for part-time education. Many popular classes were established, including Orchestra, Operatic Classes and Ladies’ Choir. LCM’s courses grew so much in popularity that within 7 years of its founding the College had moved twice in search of more space, finally settling at 47 Great Marlborough Street, where it remained until 1991.

By 1891 the College boasted 4,000 exam candidates. By 1894 it was running 340

centres in America, Canada, Australia, New Zealand, Brazil, Chile and the West Indies:

“....they (LCM) had popularised music in many places which otherwise it would never have reached. They had not only helped those who sought to enter the profession, but had raised the standard amongst those who did not seek the profession, but wished to study music for its own sake. They all knew the immense refining power of music, and the London College of Music was doing a great and good work in spreading a love of it, thus bringing ‘the greatest happiness to the greatest number.’” Sir Vincent Kennett-Barrington, Patron, 1894

The College continued to prosper with the support of notable examiners such as Dr W J Westbrook in the late Victorian period, also of Dr W H Longhurst, an Organist of Canterbury Cathedral, and H Wharton-Wells in the 1930s and 1940s. Philip Dore, an organist renowned particularly for his performance of the music of J S Bach, was also an examiner and in the 1950s gave a series of lectures and recitals at the College.

History of London College of Music

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G Augustus Holmes, Founder of LCM

With the advent of Dr William Lloyd Webber, LCM began to enjoy a ’Golden Age’, during which time it became widely recognised in the music world as one of ‘the five’ London music colleges. The examinations department was re-organised and Dr Lloyd Webber pioneered the introduction of exams for electronic organ. Improvements were made to the building and a new organ was installed thanks to the generosity of the Rank Trust.

On Dr Lloyd Webber’s untimely death in 1982, the composer John McCabe became Director and further improved the status of LCM. His tenure saw the College’s centenary and a celebratory concert at the Barbican with the distinguished pianist John Lill and cellist Julian Lloyd Webber as soloists. Major building works were carried out to enlarge available space. Courses in Film Music and Music Technology were established.

Owing to lack of investment a merger with the Polytechnic of West London in 1991 was inevitable, but at the same time it ensured that LCM was able to prosper and acquire what it lacked at Great Marlborough Street – increased space and facilities.

We have a new future to build. Its direction

may not be clear in all particulars, but the

LCM is still alive and in its new setting has

perhaps a greater,if different, potential

than ever before.” John Chapman, a former Warden of LCM,

on the move to Ealing in 1991

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Dr William Lloyd Webber, Former LCM Director

Honorary Members David Arnold Film composerJohn Cameron Composer, conductor and musicianBill Kenwright CBE Theatre and film producerJulian Lloyd WebberMusician and Principal of Birmingham Conservatoire Harvey MasonJazz drummer and record producerCourtney Pine CBEJazz musicianRick WakemanKeyboardist, presenter and author

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LCMToday

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High-profile alumniBill Bailey Comedian, musician and author Edward Blakeman BBC Proms producerDavid Caddick Producer, musical director, musical supervisor, conductorDatuk Elaine Kang SingerAlex da Kid Grammy Award-nominated music producer Alistair Lilley RepetiteurJeremy Monteiro Jazz pianist, singer, composer and music educatorRobert Orton Grammy Award-winning audio engineerTrevor Sampson Gospel artistAndrew Simpson ComposerPaul Speare ArtistRosalind Sutherland Opera singerJohn Treleaven Opera singerMichael Veerapen Jazz pianistJennifer Worth Author, Call the Midwife

One-to-one musical instrument and vocal coaching

Extensive connections to industry through unique

partnerships and fellowship schemes

Open access to Mac Labsand rehearsal studios

LCM Exams, with presence in 51 countries and 898 exam

centres around the world

Multi-functional performance spaces

All-Steinway School status

“Once I got to LCM, I knew it was for me. It was everything about the place. The music technology course. The inspirational tutors. The diversity of music. The wealth of talent from all over the world, all under one roof. The facilities. The different genres of music.”Gavin Fernandes, BA Music Performance and Music Technology, Class of ‘16, MMus, Class of ‘18.

We are proud of:

Job Title: Director of London College of Music Responsible to: Deputy Vice ChancellorSalary: ManagementLocation: Ealing, West London

Summary of main purpose of the job

The University of West London is seeking to appoint an outstanding individual to provide vision, direction, leadership and a new impetus to London College of Music. As a member of the University’s Senior Management Group the post holder will contribute proactively to the development of the University, working with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

London College of Music (LCM)/School of Music and Performance occupies a distinctive position within the University of West London and the academic and musical community in London, combining classical music, popular music and music technology, whilst offering unrivalled opportunity for multimedia activity. The College includes the unique juxtaposition of a university music school and a graded examination board: LCM Exams.

London College of Music was founded in 1887, becoming part of what is now the University of West London in 1991. Today LCM is the largest specialist Music and Performing Arts Institution in the UK, with 1,200 students and a provision which spans from Junior College (age 8-18), through undergraduate degrees to research qualifications at doctorate level and ensembles including: LCM Chorus, LCM Chamber Choir, LCM Brass ensemble, LCM String ensemble, LCM Sinfonia, Percussion Ensemble, LCM Vocal/Opera group, LCM Big Band, LCM Wind ensemble. The scale and breadth of activity within LCM offers unique opportunities for staff and students to encounter diversity of experience and provide a solid platform for creativity.

Job Description

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To provide strategic direction, ambassadorial academic leadership and strong financial acumen supportive of the formulation and implementation of a College Strategic Plan, delivering strength

through diversification; setting ambitious objectives and ensuring its fit with the wider University Strategy.

To enhance academic leadership within and beyond the School, embracing the range of disciplines represented, by providing, a

coherent vision for teaching & learning, research, scholarship, enterprise and employer engagement.

To foster a student-centric environment which continually enhances the student experience by ensuring that the design and delivery of courses within the remit of the College; the provision of student engagement and feedback processes; and the delivery of

student support exceeds the threshold standards of the University, all related key performance indicators thereby achieving a

Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF) ‘Gold’.

To drive the design, development and implementation of a dynamic and innovative portfolio of taught undergraduate

(including higher & degree apprenticeships) and postgraduate courses supportive of the University’s Strategic Plan, underpinned

by an effective student recruitment and retention strategy

To support an outstanding student learning experience by ensuring effective arrangements are in place for the delivery, quality

assurance and enhancement of all courses, modules and subject-areas and develop where possible new forms of learning that

transcend time and place.

To attract, manage and retain high-calibre staff in the College to achieve academic excellence, ensuring their development, appraisal & performance review, and effective deployment in

alignment with the University’s policies and procedures.

To build and maintain external relations supportive of enhancing the reputation, profile and influence of the University and College

at regional, national and international level.

Overview of duties and responsibilities

To drive and facilitate scholarly, research and entrepreneurial activity; identifying and pursuing external funding and income–generating activities for the College and the wider University supportive of the University’s strategy for submissions to the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021) and Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF).

Actively support the academic & business operations of the University through contribution to and membership of School and University working groups and committees and in the case of a professorial appointment, become a member of the Professoriate and take responsibility for a specific pan-University “academic leadership” task.

Represent the University and College by undertaking tasks commensurate with the grade, as required by the Deputy Vice-Chancellor.

Person Specification

Essential Criteria:Qualifications:• First degree and Masters in a subject relevant to the

School.• DoctorateKnowledge and Experience:• Substantial experience of senior management preferably

within HEI or a relevant sector• Experience of financial planning & resource allocation• Significant experience of developing, implementing

and enhancing high quality educational, research or enterprise and employer engagement activities

• Successful track record of academic leadership and team building

• Proven experience of managing staff and their performance

• Evidence of ability to : º create and secure commitment to a clear vision º build, support and maintain a high performing

team º initiate & manage change º value and provide high quality provision and

service º manage resources effectively and efficiently º develop a participative style which earns respect &

inspires loyalty

Specific Skills:• Highly developed communication, interpersonal and

influencing skills• Ability to identify, create and articulate a coherent

academic and business vision for the School and University

• Well organised, able to manage self and others in a complex environment

General Skills:• Independent with outstanding leadership skills• Genuine enthusiasm for education and the ability to

motivate, inspire and lead others and encourage the highest standards

• Ability to combine and integrate the skills and expertise of highly motivated staff into interdisciplinary teams, developing and building upon existing expertise and collaborations as well as creating/facilitating new groups and opportunities

• Effective monitoring and decision making skills to implement corrective actions when required

• Promotion and commitment to equality and diversity within the University environment.

Desirable Criteria:Qualifications:• Professorial standing• Current registration with a relevant professional

bodyKnowledge and Experience:• Significant professional/industry experience of

sectors relevant to business of College.• REF returnable research outputs• Success in tendering and securing external funding• Supervision of PhD students to completion General Skills:• Experienced international collaborator Essential Criteria are those, without which, a candidate would not be able to do the job. Applicants who have not clearly demonstrated in their application that they possess the essential requirements will normally be rejected at the shortlisting stage.

Desirable Criteria are those that would be useful for the post holder to possess and will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential requirements.

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Recruitment Process

For an informal conversation about the role please contact Professor Anthony Woodman, Deputy Vice-Chancellor on 020 8231 2965

For further details and to apply online please visit: Jobs.uwl.ac.uk

Closing date for receipt of applications for the role: Midnight on Friday 12 January 2018

Interviews are scheduled to take place on: Thursday 25 January 2018

We look forward to receiving your application.

VisionTo be a sector leading institution specialising in the education and development of ‘creative professionals’.

MissionTo raise aspiration through the pursuit of excellence.

Values and principles• Student-centred education• Useful knowledge• Challenging approach• Inclusive community• Open and accountable

environment.

Core objectives• Be consistently the best modern

university in London• Be ranked in the top 50

universities in the UK• Be the university with the highest

graduate employment rate in the UK.

Click here for a full copy of the University’s Strategic Plan 2013-18 ‘Ambition 2018’

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About the University of West LondonOur heritage and location

The origins of the University of West London date back over 150 years to 1860 when the Lady Byron School was first opened on the Ealing site. Today, the University is a thriving institution whose core aims are to inspire students to become ‘creative professionals’ and to connect them to exciting and rewarding careers.

The University has a wealth of experience in a number of vocational disciplines and powerful connections with key industries. It has gained a strong reputation for high quality, career focused education closely linked to employment. The University also gets 97% of students in employment or further study within 6 months of graduation. UWL was 4.3% above its benchmark for the Employment Indicator for 2015/16.

The University is based in the heart of one of the UK’s most successful business regions – London is the global capital for multiple industry sectors including finance and the creative industries. West London is one of the most dynamic economies in the world. It has:

• Unrivalled international connections through Heathrow airport, the busiest international airport in the world

• Good quality national accessibility by road and rail

• Just 30 minutes from Central London

• A skilled and flexible workforce

• A green environment in which to live and work, with a good range of sport and leisure facilities

• A cohesive, culturally and ethnically diverse, young and entrepreneurial community.

Our vision, mission and values

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Excellent financial results: Operating surplus of

£9m Income

£96m (an increase of £9m from 2015-16)

10% surplus on income

Guardian Uni GuideIncrease of 38 places in the Guardian University Guide to 58th, the biggest rise in the UK4

Complete University Guide Increase of 27 places to 79th, the biggest rise of any UK HEI

The Times/ The Sunday Times Good University Guide 2018

No.56Ranked 8th in London (out of 23 institutions), top modern in London and 8th modern in the UK. Combined rise of 65 places in two years which is almost unprecedented

1st1st in London for teaching quality and for student experience. 7th in the UK1

Top modern* university in London• Top modern university in

London for Accounting and Finance, Business Studies, Computer Science and Nursing1

• No1. modern university in London 8th best university in London1

Silver

Silver rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework

97%Graduate employability2 : 97% of full-time first degree graduates in employment or further study within six months of graduating:

Top 10• Top 10 in England for

employability• Top modern university in

London for employment of graduates2

85% satisfaction NSS 20173 • The University’s best ever

result • Number one modern

university in London for overall satisfaction

• Number 2 in the UK for Student Voice

• Students’ Union was the best in England

1The Times/Sunday Times Good University Guide2 Destination of Leavers in Higher Education Survey of Graduates 2016 (published July 2017) UK Domiciled leavers obtaining a degree from a full-time course in 2015-16

3NSS 2017 Q27 Overall Satisfaction, compared to other modern universities in London4The Guardian University Guide 2018 *A modern university is a university created after 1992.

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