Head of Professional and Higher Skills (Maternity cover)

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity for a maternity cover position as Head of Professional and Higher Skills (Head of Department) based at our Centre of Excellence for Adult Learning; FutureSkills3. The Head of Professional and Higher Skills (Head of Department) will be responsible for the day-to-day management of diverse curriculum including; a Professional Strand and a Creative Strand.
The Professional Strand includes; Education Suite consisting of Level Award in Education and Training, Teaching Assistant (STL) and Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA), PGCE and Cert Ed. Additionally, Access to HE programmes in Psychology and Mental Health, Law and Criminology, Business Admin; BSc Psychology Degree (1+2 model), AAT Book Keeping, Vocational Business Admin and Professional Construction.
The Creative strand includes: Adult study programmes in Make-up and Fashion and Textiles. In addition to Foundation Degrees/BA Hons in Media-Make up. Also, Community Interpreting and British Sign Language.
The Head of Professional and Higher Skills (Head of Department) will drive forward the department, create an outstanding learning environment and deliver excellent outcomes for students. As a department we host a series of impressive events from stakeholder engagement conferences to themed events showcasing student work and achievements, HE Graduation and a glitzy Adult Awards Event, of which you will champion and lead on showcasing excellence.
The successful candidate will be forward-thinking, creative and driven to provide the very best learning experiences for our students. They will ideally have a proven track record of outstanding teaching and learning within the FE sector. They will have experience of managing a diverse team to deliver successful outcomes and have sound knowledge of working successfully within a robust quality assurance framework.
The candidate should have experience or knowledge of working with validating universities and awarding bodies and have a clear understanding of role played by the Office for Students in regulating Higher Education. In addition to remaining abreast of the latest developments such as the introduction of B3 performance indicators, Access and Participation and Attainment focuses.

REASONS TO JOIN US

• We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions) including 13 weeks holiday (195 days in College).
• We have a 2.30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including 2 Staff Wellbeing days per year.
• We offer automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 28.68% employer pension contribution.
• Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with.
• We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.
• We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff as part of our Be Outstanding Development programme.
• We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
• Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.
• Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.
• 91% of staff are proud to work at the College

HOW TO APPLY

To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button which will take you to the College Recruitment page. If this is your first application, you will need to complete the Registration form. If returning please login to access your profile.

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COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.

EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY

The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.

Vacancy Documents

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	Head of Department - Job Description.pdf
	Future Skills Teaching Staff - Advert HOD Maternity Cover.pdf

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