Director of Faculty - Motor Vehicle, Plumbing, Gas and Net Zero

Rodbaston College; Stafford; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK educational institution is seeking a visionary leader for the role of Director of Motor Vehicle, Plumbing, Gas, and NetZero. You will shape the curriculum and drive excellence, overseeing various curriculum areas with a focus on innovation and quality. Ideal candidates have proven leadership experience and strong communication skills, committed to delivering measurable impact and growth. Join us in our ambitious growth journey and make a lasting impact on educational standards.

Benefits

Generous holiday scheme

Additional leave for wellbeing

Pension contribution of at least 20.9%

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing curriculum delivery teams.
• Deep knowledge in Motor Vehicle, Plumbing, Gas, and NetZero areas.
• Ability to inspire teams and drive creativity.

Responsibilities

• Lead the expansion of the curriculum offer.
• Ensure delivery is innovative, efficient, and high quality.
• Oversee multiple curriculum areas and support provision across College sites.

Skills

Visionary leadership

Outstanding communication skills

Track record of driving improvement

Curriculum delivery management

Job description

We are seeking an exceptional leader to join South Staffordshire College at a truly transformative time. This is a brand-new post, created as part of our ambitious growth strategy, and offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our curriculum and make a lasting impact. We are on a journey to ‘Outstanding’ – and you can play a pivotal role in helping us achieve it.

As our Director of Motor Vehicle, Plumbing, Gas and NetZero you will also take on the wider responsibilities of Director of Faculty, working in partnership with the Assistant Principal for Curriculum and Quality to ensure South Staffordshire College is recognised for excellence in everything we do. You will lead the expansion of our curriculum offer, ensuring delivery is innovative, efficient, and of the highest quality. Your leadership will drive creativity, inspire teams, and secure exceptional results through robust quality assurance and continuous improvement.

This senior leadership role comes with significant influence. You will oversee multiple curriculum areas including Motor Vehicle, Plumbing, Gas and our state of the art NetZero Training Center, while supporting shaping provision across all College sites.

We are looking for a visionary leader with proven experience in managing curriculum delivery teams within the post-16 sector. You will bring outstanding communication skills, deep knowledge, and a track record of driving improvement and delivering measurable impact. If you are ready to lead change, inspire excellence, and help us realise our ambitious growth plans, this is your moment.

All applications must be received by Sunday 4th January 2026

Interviews to be held on Wednesday 14th January 2026

Benefits

We care about your wellbeing so have a number of activities all year that provide support. However, time off is also important. We have a generous holiday scheme, the usual Bank Holidays, an additional 5 days at Christmas and 2 ‘ME’ days (where you can have a day off work and do whatever makes you happy) as well as an additional day on campus spent on wellbeing.

We have a range of benefits available to all staff including paid time off for emergencies (designed to support carers) and all our policies are enhanced further than statutory requirements. The College also contributes to your pension at a minimum of 20.9% (we contribute more for people in the Local Government Pension Scheme).

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure with child and Adult and barred list check.

Safeguarding Statement

Rodbaston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.