Head of AI and Digital Innovation

Leeds College of Building; Leeds; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college in Leeds is seeking a visionary digitally minded professional to enhance teaching and learning through innovation in digital and AI practices. The successful candidate will support educational staff in improving quality and deliver the college's Digital & AI Strategy while fostering a culture of inclusivity and digital curiosity.

Benefits

35 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Free parking on college sites

Flexible working opportunities

Training and development opportunities

Discounted travel on public transport

Employee Assistance Programme

Dedicated staff wellbeing events

Qualifications

• Strong emphasis on digital literacy and immersive technologies.
• Experience in leadership and delivering innovative education solutions.
• Understanding of operational efficiency and digital inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of Digital & AI strategies.
• Support teaching teams to enhance quality of education through technology.
• Build partnerships and organize workshops for employer engagement.

Skills

Digital literacy

AI integration

Educational technology

Team leadership

Project management

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Hours: 37 per week

As an award-winning college, we are looking for exceptional people like you to join our team. We truly value our staff who have a key role in supporting and developing our students to achieve their goals.

We have an exciting opportunity for a visionary and digitally minded professional to join our College Leadership Team and drive forward innovation in teaching and learning. Working closely with all areas of the College, this role will be instrumental in embedding cutting-edge digital and AI practices across the College, ensuring consistently high standards in curriculum delivery.

The successful candidate will lead the development and coordination of staff CPD, with a strong emphasis on digital literacy, immersive technologies, and AI integration. You will support teaching teams in enhancing the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment through innovative, blended approaches, and help shape a future-ready curriculum. You will also support the wider College in the use of AI to enhance performance and streamline workloads.

Key responsibilities include:

• Lead the implementation of the LCB Digital & AI Strategy, aligning with sector best practices and industry needs.
• Inspire and support staff and students to develop digital and AI capabilities.
• Promote a culture of digital curiosity, innovation, and sharing of best practice.
• Build and lead a team of Technology Enhanced Learning Specialists..
• Drive adoption of AI-driven processes to improve operational efficiency.
• Promote digital inclusion and accessibility for all.
• Oversee and enhance the Virtual Learning Environment (VLE).
• Develop and lead a peer mentorship programme for digital integration.
• Build partnerships with employers, education providers, and sector bodies.
• Organise workshops, guest speakers, and employer engagement activities.
• Stay ahead of emerging trends in educational technology and innovation.
• Support students in understanding cyber security and ethical AI use.
• Monitor, review, and report on the Digital & AI Strategy to SLT and Governors.
• Represent the College in national and international digital education forums.
• Manage budgets for digital innovation, ensuring efficiency and compliance.
• Support and promote College Leadership Team (CLT) strategic decisions.

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the College's digital transformation and contribute to a culture of curiosity, collaboration, and excellence.

In return, we offer a warm and welcoming college with an excellent benefits package that includes:

• A 35-day annual leave entitlement, plus 8 Bank Holidays and 10 college closure days
• A well-respected pension scheme (Teacher's Pension, with an employer contribution of 28.68%)
• Free parking at all our College sites (on a first come first served basis)
• Family friendly policies and opportunities for flexible working
• Superb opportunities for training and development
• Discounted travel on public transport and a Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts and offers at major High Street and Online retailers
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Dedicated staff wellbeing events.

So, if you'd like to be part of a unique organisation that supports one of the largest and most diverse employment sectors in the UK, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note that all applications should be completed online. Please visit the vacancies section of our website at www.lcb.ac.uk . CV's will not be accepted.

Closing date: Wednesday 30 th July 2025

Please note this position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and in line with KCSIE (2024) an online check will be conducted on information available in the public domain.

Leeds College of Building is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is also committed to the Prevent programme and the requirement to prevent people being drawn into terrorism and expects all staff to share these commitments.

Leeds College of Building is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of individuals from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from individuals from an ethnic minority and the LGBTQIA+ community, as they are under-represented at our College. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive to provide the best construction and the built environment education in England.

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