Head of Business, Economics and IT

Windsor Forest Colleges; Egham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established education provider in the South-East is seeking a Head of Department for Business, Economics, and IT. This pivotal role involves leading curriculum development and enhancing student outcomes through innovative teaching practices. The successful candidate will enjoy a supportive work environment with generous benefits, including a defined benefit pension scheme and various health and wellbeing perks. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact on students' educational journeys while working in state-of-the-art facilities. Join a team that prioritizes learner success and promotes a balanced work-life culture.

Benefits

Generous non-working day entitlement

Defined benefit pension schemes

Subsidised leisure courses

Free on-site parking

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

Health & wellbeing benefits

Discounted gym memberships

Confidential staff counselling

Qualifications

• Experience in leading curriculum development in Business, Economics, and IT.
• Ability to promote best practices in teaching and learning.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum innovation and coordination within the department.
• Raise student retention and achievement levels through effective practices.

Skills

Curriculum Development

Teaching Skills

Staff Development

Student Retention Strategies

Education

Relevant Degree

Teaching Qualification

Job description

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is looking for a Head of Department within Business, Economics and IT at our Strodes campus starting in September 2025 on a permanent, full-time basis. This role pays between Scale T1-T11 £30,612 - £44,091 plus a Management Allowance of M1-M3 £2,732- £4,166.

Head of Department Business, Economics and IT

To lead curriculum development, innovation and co-ordination within the relevant curriculum areas. To raise levels of student retention and achievement by identifying, exemplifying and promoting, with colleagues, best practice in the delivery of teaching and learning. To undertake appropriate staff development and to formulate and deliver development activities for other staff. To teach up to 13.5 hours a week in a relevant subject.

About Us

The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South-East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes-Egham and Berkshire College of Agriculture-Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state-of-the-art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year.

For further details on this role please refer to the attached job description/person specification.

Our staff benefit from:

- Generous non-working day entitlement

- Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes

- Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses

- Free on-site parking at all sites

- Cycle to Work Scheme

- Family friendly policies to support Work Life Balance

- On-site Coffee Shop & Cafeteria

- Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at our Langley College site

Please be advised that the vacancy will close on Friday 9th May 2025.

Interviews will be held on Monday 19th May 2025.

To apply please visit our careers page and complete the online application form.

Please ensure you pay particular attention to the supporting statement of the online application form making sure to include details of how you meet each of the essential criteria listed on the person specification.

*Applications will be shortlisted on a rolling basis and we reserve the right to interview and appoint before this closing date. We therefore encourage you to apply at the earliest opportunity to avoid disappointment.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

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