Head of Construction Trades

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 68,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Further Education College in Birmingham is looking for a Head of Construction Trades to lead curriculum development and manage departmental performance. The ideal candidate will possess leadership experience in Further Education and a strong background in the construction sector. This permanent, full-time role offers opportunities for professional development and a commitment to supporting students in a new facility dedicated to Sustainable Construction Skills.

Benefits

Generous allocation of annual leave

Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme

Hybrid working opportunities

Free on-site gym membership

Subsidised private healthcare

Annual health MOTs

Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in FE.
• Background in the construction sector.
• Ability to lead curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development in Construction Trades.
• Manage departmental performance and student experience.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for high-quality teaching.

Skills

Leadership experience in Further Education

Strong background in the construction sector

Strategic insight and operational strength

Commitment to continuous improvement

Job description

Overview

Job Title: Head of Construction Trades

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £67,558 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 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 will help embed high-quality teaching and learning, strong employer engagement, and a culture of innovation. We are 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.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development within the Construction Trades Department in the FE College.
• Manage departmental performance and ensure an outstanding student experience.
• Collaborate with staff, students, and industry partners to embed high-quality teaching and learning, strong employer engagement, and innovation.

Qualifications

• Leadership experience in Further Education (FE).
• Strong background in the construction sector.
• Ability to provide strategic insight, operational strength, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

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

Additional 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 12th October 2025.

Interview Date - Friday 24th October 2025.

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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.