Group Director Learning Resource Centres

Teaching Vacancies; Greater London; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Accessible campuses

On-site facilities and cafes

Staff CPD days

Interest-free travel loans

Health cash plan

Employee assistance program

Discounts

Job summary

New City College seeks a Group Director of Learning Resource Centres to lead LRC provision across all campuses. You will shape a high-quality, digitally-enabled learning resources service aligned with educational priorities and student success.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Curriculum Development, you will guide budget planning, performance reporting, and large-scale library systems across the group, while developing supported, inclusive learning environments.

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading learning resources or library/information services in education.
• Degree-level or postgraduate qualification in librarianship or information management.
• Strong management experience with budgeting, service planning and performance improvement.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Learning Resource Centre services across the College Group.
• Lead, manage and develop Campus Library Managers, the Group Library Systems Manager, and LRC teams.
• Drive excellence in customer service to meet students, staff, employers and the community.
• Develop and implement quality standards and continuous improvement across LRC provision.
• Promote and expand digital technologies and innovative learning resources.
• Oversee resource acquisition, collection management and library systems implementation.

Skills

Leadership

Strategy execution

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Digital learning resources

Team development

LRC operations

Education

Degree in librarianship / information management

Tools

Library management systems

Job description

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Role:

We are seeking an exceptional Group Director of Learning Resources Centres to lead and develop our Learning Resource Centre (LRC) provision across the College Group. This influential leadership role is responsible for shaping and delivering an outstanding learning resources service that supports student achievement, staff development, digital innovation, and organisational excellence.

Reporting to the Executive Director of Curriculum Development, you will provide strategic leadership for all Learning Resource Centre operations, ensuring services remain responsive, high quality, and aligned with the College's educational priorities. You will champion the effective use of technology, oversee resource planning and investment, and work collaboratively with senior leaders to ensure our LRC provision fully supports teaching, learning, and student success across all campuses.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Learning Resource Centre services across the College Group.
• Lead, manage and develop Campus Library Managers, the Group Library Systems Manager, and wider LRC teams.
• Drive excellence in customer service, ensuring Learning Centres meet the needs of students, staff, employers and the wider community.
• Develop and implement quality standards, performance measures and continuous improvement initiatives across all LRC provision.
• Promote and expand the use of digital technologies and innovative learning resources.
• Work collaboratively with Principals, Deputy Principals and Curriculum Directors to ensure resources support current and future curriculum delivery.
• Oversee the effective management of the Learning Resource Centre budget, ensuring robust financial planning and reporting.
• Lead on resource acquisition, collection management and the implementation of library management systems across the Group.
• Monitor service performance through the collection and analysis of data, producing reports that inform decision-making and service development.
• Lead recruitment, induction, performance management and professional development activities for LRC staff.
• Maintain awareness of developments within Further Education and learning resource services, ensuring the College remains at the forefront of sector practice.

Who You Are:

• You are an experienced and inspirational leader with substantial experience of managing learning resources, library or information services within an educational environment. You hold a degree-level or postgraduate qualification in librarianship, library and information science, information management, or an equivalent CILIP-recognised qualification, supported by significant management experience.
• You possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, enabling you to build effective relationships with senior stakeholders, colleagues and learners. You have a strong understanding of quality assurance, budget management, service planning and performance improvement within Further Education or a comparable setting.
• You bring experience of developing high-performing teams, implementing technology-enhanced learning resources and managing large-scale library systems. Organised, strategic and committed to innovation, you are passionate about creating inclusive, accessible learning environments that enhance student outcomes and support lifelong learning.
• You will also demonstrate a strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion, continuous improvement, and the College's mission and values.

For further information please contact Human Resources at [e-mail]

Interviews will take place on 2nd December 2026.

What the college offers its staff

What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

About New City College:

New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.

Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.

Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.

We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an Enhanced DBS check (with a Children’s Barred List check), references, right to work, medical clearance, online searches, and other relevant suitability checks. Unsatisfactory checks may result in an offer being withdrawn. These roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, applicants will be required to disclose relevant criminal convictions and cautions in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.