Head of AI and Digital Innovation

ONLY FE; Leeds; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

ONLY FE is seeking a visionary 'Head of AI and Digital Innovation' to lead digital transformation in education. The successful candidate will work closely with staff and students, implementing innovative practices to achieve a future-ready curriculum. Offering a competitive salary and excellent benefits, this role is pivotal in influencing digital education across the college.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Teacher’s Pension with 28.68% employer contribution

Discounted travel on public transport

Family-friendly policies

Training and development opportunities

Free parking at College sites

Discounts at major retailers

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Staff wellbeing events

Qualifications

• Strong experience in digital and AI strategies in education.
• Proven leadership skills with a focus on innovation.
• Ability to engage and inspire teams and students.

Responsibilities

• Lead digital and AI strategies in line with educational goals.
• Support development of technology enhanced learning.
• Monitor and report on digital innovation initiatives.

Skills

Digital Literacy

AI Integration

Operational Efficiency

Education

Relevant Master's Degree

Job description

Head of AI and Digital Innovation

Hours: 37 per week

Salary: £52,344 - £55,438 per annum

We are an award-winning college seeking exceptional individuals to join our team. We value our staff who play a key role in supporting and developing our students to achieve their goals.

We offer an exciting opportunity for a visionary, digitally minded professional to join our College Leadership Team and lead innovation in teaching and learning. This role will be instrumental in embedding cutting-edge digital and AI practices across the College, ensuring high standards in curriculum delivery.

The successful candidate will lead staff CPD development, focusing on digital literacy, immersive technologies, and AI integration. You will support teaching teams in enhancing teaching, learning, and assessment through innovative, blended approaches, and help shape a future-ready curriculum. Additionally, you will support the wider College in using AI to enhance performance and streamline workloads.

Key responsibilities include:

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

• 35 days annual leave, plus 8 Bank Holidays and 10 college closure days
• A well-respected pension scheme (Teacher’s Pension, with 28.68% employer contribution)
• Free parking at all College sites (on a first-come, first-served basis)
• Family-friendly policies and flexible working opportunities
• Training and development opportunities
• Discounted travel on public transport and a Cycle to Work scheme
• Discounts at major retailers
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff wellbeing events

If you wish to be part of a diverse organization supporting one of the UK’s largest employment sectors, we would love to hear from you.

Please note: All applications must be completed online via our website or by pressing APPLY. The closing date is Wednesday 30th July 2025.

This position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, and an online check will be conducted in line with KCSIE (2024) based on publicly available information.

We are committed to safeguarding children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and to the Prevent programme to prevent terrorism. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, including ethnic minorities and the LGBTQIA+ community.

We do not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies and will not be liable for fees related to such submissions.