Head of Construction Trades

Bluetownonline; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 67,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Birmingham is seeking a Head of Construction Trades to innovate and shape the curriculum in response to regional skill needs. This pivotal role involves leadership in curriculum development, performance management, and ensuring an outstanding educational experience for students.

Benefits

38 days' paid leave per year

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Subsidised private healthcare

Employee Assistance Programme

Annual health MOTs

Professional qualification sponsorship

Variety of salary sacrifice schemes

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Hybrid working opportunities

Free on-site gym membership

Qualifications

• Experience leading teams in Further Education (FE).
• Strong background in the construction sector.
• Strategic insight and operational strength.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and manage departmental performance.
• Ensure high-quality teaching and learning outcomes.
• Collaborate with industry partners for effective program delivery.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Industry Engagement

Operational Management

Continuous Improvement

Job description

Job Title: Head of Construction Trades

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £66,625 per annum (Fixed)

Job type: Permanent, Full-time

The University is unlike any other. Standing proud in the heart of the city of Birmingham, they have been delivering career-focused education and training for decades. With around 8000 students across FE and HE level provision, the University is highly respected by employers and industry in meeting the region's skills needs.

The University's mission is to promote and provide the opportunity for participation in the learning process by those with the ambition and commitment to succeed and to maintain a learning community that meets the diverse needs of our students, the economy and society at large.

The Role:

The University 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.

The University is an equal opportunities employer.

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.