Assistant Head of Building Technologies (Plumbing)

Hull College; Hessle; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free parking

On-site facilities

Cycle-to-Work scheme

Staff discounts

Job summary

Hull College is seeking an Assistant Head of Building Technologies (Plumbing) to support the Head of Institute in leading and managing a range of subject areas, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and assessment across the College.

You will line manage a small team, promote equality, work with curriculum leaders and senior staff to drive continuous improvement in student engagement, progression and IQA, while delivering a teaching commitment as part of your role.

Qualifications

• Relevant teaching qualification and subject specialism.
• Experience of delivering good teaching and leading in further education.
• Experience of leading on cross-cutting themes such as student engagement, progress, assessment and IQA processes.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data and use it to drive improvements.
• Organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Head of Institute in leading and managing a collection of subject areas, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
• Promoting the College's vision and strategic objectives and behaviours.
• Contributing to curriculum development including new programmes and resources.
• Monitoring and analysing student data to identify areas for improvement and implementing interventions.
• Ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and best practice.
• Leading on excellence in teaching, learning and assessment and contributing to quality provision across income streams.
• Line managing a small team and carrying out staff appraisals and performance management.
• Role modelling best practice in student management, teaching, learning and assessment and supporting colleagues' development.
• Promoting equality of opportunity in all aspects of the role.
• Participating in college-wide committees and other duties as required.

Skills

Teaching qualifications

FE leadership

Cross-cutting themes

Communication

Data analysis

Organisation & planning

Working under pressure

CPD commitment

Education

Teaching qualification

Job description

As our Assistant Head of Building Technologies (Plumbing), you will be responsible for supporting the Head of Institute in the leadership and management of a specific subject area.

The post holder will have teaching commitment will be remitted 0.25 pro rata. They will support leadership on cross-cutting themes such as student engagement, progress, assessment, and quality.

The Assistant Head of Department may be expected to line manage and or coordinate the work of a team of staff within the department as required.

Why Join Hull College?

At Hull College, we are committed to delivering exceptional education and training that transforms lives. As a Assistant Head of Building Technologies (Plumbing) you will join a values-driven organisation where quality, collaboration and continuous improvement sit at the heart of everything we do.

You will play a vital role in shaping outstanding teaching, learning and assessment across the College, supporting staff to be the very best they can be and ensuring our learners receive an exceptional experience., As Assistant Head of Building Technologies (Plumbing) you will work closely with curriculum leaders, teachers and senior leaders to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment. You will support, challenge and coach staff, ensuring high expectations are embedded and that quality processes deliver meaningful impact for learners.

You will:

• Supporting the Head of Institute in leading and managing a collection of subject areas, ensuring that high standards of teaching, learning and assessment are maintained.
• Promote the College's vision and mission and strategic objectives and to promote behaviours which underpin them.
• Contribute to the colleges curriculum development process which includes preparing, implementing, monitoring and reviewing new programmes and resources.
• Monitoring and analysing student data to identify areas for improvement and working with staff to implement interventions and strategies to improve student outcomes.
• Implementing and monitoring the colleges policies and procedures to ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and best practice.
• Implementing and monitoring the colleges high ambitions for excellence in teaching, learning and assessment.
• Contribute to the quality of learning activities, ensuring that they meet College quality standards and result in improving student success rates.
• Lead on cross-cutting themes such as student engagement, progression, assessment and IQA processes.
• Ensure that the institute delivers high performing and quality provision across all income streams, meeting the needs and standards of all our learners and customers.
• Undertaking a teaching commitment as per substantive role, and thus maintaining lecturer duties.
• Line managing a small team of staff within the department as required, including carrying out staff appraisals and performance management.
• Role modelling excellent practice in student management, teaching, learning and assessment.
• Supporting team members to develop their practice in student management, teaching, learning and assessment.
• Proactively promote equality of opportunity in all aspects of the work role.
• Leading by example.
• Participating in college-wide committees and working groups as required.
• Undertaking any other duties as reasonably requested by the Head of Institute.

Hull College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to contribute to the delivery of our safeguarding strategy and values.

This role requires an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and is subject to regulated activity.

You will be an experienced and credible education professional with:

• Relevant teaching qualification and subject specialism.
• Experience of delivering good teaching and leading in further education.
• Experience of leading on cross-cutting themes such as student engagement, progress, assessment and IQA processes.
• Communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data and use it to drive improvements.
• Organisational and planning skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Commitment to continuous professional development.

Competitive Rewards & Work-Life Balance

• 42 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days
• Generous pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities, where appropriate

Professional Growth & Development

• Strong commitment to CPD, training and leadership development
• Opportunities to shape new curriculum provision and influence strategic direction
• Access to professional memberships, industry networks and specialist development

Wellbeing & Support

• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A supportive, collaborative leadership culture
• On-site wellbeing, pastoral and inclusion support teams

Staff Benefits & Perks

• Free on-site parking
• On-site facilities including café and restaurant
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Staff discounts via our internal benefits platform

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