Director of Campus

RNN Group; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 58,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Teachers pension scheme

Up to 50 days annual leave

Gym access & restaurants

Staff wellbeing & benefits

Flexible working

Parking at sites

Career development funding

STEM grants via levelling up

Referral scheme

Job summary

RNN Group seeks a Director of Campus Dearne Valley College to provide strategic and operational leadership for Dearne Valley College. You will drive educational quality, inspire learners and empower regional learners while reporting to the Senior Leadership Team.

The role manages two Curriculum Managers, shapes curriculum across HE, apprenticeships, and high-needs provision, and builds strong regional partnerships to enhance funding and market share within the Group.

Qualifications

• FE Leadership track record in curriculum strategy and quality
• Sector vision and understanding of FE drivers, funding mechanics
• Stakeholder engagement and external relationship building
• Evidence of ongoing professional development (CPD)

Responsibilities

• Drive Strategic Growth: Develop forward-thinking curriculum plans aligned with local, regional and national skills agendas
• Lead Quality & Operations: Oversee campus operations across Higher Education, apprenticeships, high-needs provision, and vulnerable learner groups
• Inspire Teams: Line manage two Curriculum Managers and foster high performance and innovation
• Build Regional Partnerships: Forge strong links with civic leaders, local authorities, employers and stakeholders
• Shape Group Vision: Collaborate with Senior Leadership to hit funding targets and expand market share

Skills

FE Leadership

Curriculum Strategy

Stakeholder Engagement

Team Leadership

Education

Degree or equivalent

Teaching Qualification (level 5+)

English & Maths Level 2

Job description

Director of Campus Dearne Valley College (Part of the RNN Group)

Hours; Full time (37hrs per week, all year round)

Duration; Permanent

Salary; £64,003 per annum + benefits

Location; Dearne Valley College, Rotherham (with occasional travel to other campuses within the RNN Group)

Apply by; 02/11/2026

About the Role

Are you an ambitious senior leader ready to shape the future of Further Education in South Yorkshire? As Director of Campus, you will hold total operational and strategic leadership of Dearne Valley College. You will drive educational quality, inspire dedicated teams, and empower learners across the region to reach their full potential.

What You ll Do

• Drive Strategic Growth: Develop forward-thinking curriculum plans that respond directly to local, regional and national skills and stakeholder agendas.
• Lead Quality & Operations: Oversee day-to-day campus operations, ensuring exceptional standards across Higher Education, apprenticeships, high-needs provision, and vulnerable learner groups.
• Inspire Teams: Line manage and mentor two Curriculum Managers, cultivating a culture of high performance, continuous professional development, and innovation.
• Build Regional Partnerships: Serve as a key ambassador, forging strong ties with civic leaders, local authorities, employers, and community stakeholders.
• Shape Group Vision: Work alongside the Senior Leadership Team to hit funding targets, expand market share, and uphold the Group's core values.

If you're ready to make a significant impact on the lives of our students and the economic prosperity of our region, we encourage you to apply.

What You ll Bring

• FE Leadership Track Record: Proven success in leading curriculum strategy, quality improvement and curriculum change within Further Education.
• Sector Vision: Clear insight into external FE drivers, funding mechanics, and regional market needs.
• Stakeholder Impact: Strong commercial acumen and a collaborative approach to external relationship building.
• Key Qualifications:
• Degree (or equivalent relevant vocational qualification)
• Recognised Teaching Qualification at level 5 or higher
• Level 2 (or equivalent) in English and Maths
• Evidence of ongoing professional development (CPD)

Department Info

You will report directly to the Vice Principal - Curriculum and play a crucial role in achieving corporate objectives as a member of the Senior Leadership Team. You will be responsible for the line management of two Curriculum Managers and work closely with other Directors and senior leaders across the Group.

Our excellent benefits and rewards package:

• Access to teachers pensions scheme
• Up to 50 days annual leave per year including closure during Christmas period
• Access to our gyms, restaurants and salons
• Staff health & wellbeing and benefits schemes including in-house Occupational Health service
• Full, part time and flexible working hours available in many roles
• Parking available at all of our sites
• Fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications
• New FE teachers can also apply for grants of up to £6,000 in STEM subjects (conditions apply) through the levelling up premium payments initiative
• Recruitment Referral Scheme for all employees, worth £200 per referral made

What is the RNN Group?

RNN Group s main goal is to be an outstanding education and training provider and this is at the heart of everything that we do. To help us achieve this we are looking to recruit highly motivated, innovative and dynamic individuals to join our existing teams. To be a part of the team at RNN Group we will expect you to be committed to our values too