Head of Construction Trades

University College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 67,000; Full time

Job summary

University College Birmingham seeks a Head of Construction Trades to lead the Construction Trades Department. This pivotal role involves developing a dynamic curriculum, managing performance, and ensuring exemplary student experiences while embedding high-quality teaching. Candidates with leadership in Further Education and a solid construction sector background are encouraged to apply for this unique opportunity in a growing institution.

Benefits

38 days' paid leave per year

Teachers' Pension Scheme with 28.6% employer contributions

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs with nurse

Professional qualification sponsorship

Salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Hybrid working opportunities

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience in Further Education.
• A strong track record in the construction industry.
• Ability to drive innovation and engagement in education.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development in construction trades.
• Manage departmental performance and student experience.
• Engage with staff, students, and industry partners.

Skills

Leadership experience in FE

Background in construction sector

Strategic insight

Operational strength

Commitment to continuous improvement

Job description

Job Title: Head of Construction Trades

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £66,625 per annum (Fixed)

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

UCB is an equal opportunities employer. We are TEF rated Silver, with a Good Ofsted rating.

The Role:

University College Birmingham is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking leader to head up our Construction Trades Department in the FE College. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a dynamic curriculum area that supports progression and plays a key role in addressing regional and national skills needs.

As Head of Construction Trades, you will be responsible for leading curriculum development, managing departmental performance, and ensuring an outstanding student experience.

Working closely with staff, students, and industry partners, you'll help embed high-quality teaching and learning, strong employer engagement, and a culture of innovation.

We're looking for someone with leadership experience in FE and a strong background in the construction sector, who can bring strategic insight, operational strength, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

Join us at a time of growth and investment in our FE College and help shape the future of construction training in an exciting new facility for Sustainable Construction Skills.

Benefits:

• Generous allocation of annual leave
  • 38 days' paid leave per year
  • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
  • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
• Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
• Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
• Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
• A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including technology and cycle.
• Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
• Hybrid working opportunities
• Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date - Sunday 13th July 2025.

Interview Date - TBC.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of: Head of Construction, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher, Lecturer, Construction Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Construction Teacher, HNC/D Lecturer, will also be considered for this role.