Head Of Department - Construction

East Coast College (Lowestoft Campus); Great Yarmouth; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Great Yarmouth is seeking a Head of Department for Construction to lead a dynamic team dedicated to high-quality delivery and innovative curriculum development. The ideal candidate will have experience in education leadership within construction, strong industry knowledge, and excellent communication skills. This role offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of construction education. Generous benefits include 48 days of holiday and a robust pension scheme.

Benefits

48 days holiday (including bank holidays)

Generous pension scheme - Employer Contribution of 22%

Excellent CPD opportunities

Discounted gym, salon, and restaurant access

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within education or construction.
• Strong knowledge of current industry standards.
• High level of communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Construction team and ensure quality delivery.
• Develop innovative course offerings aligned with industry standards.
• Foster collaboration and achieve outstanding student outcomes.

Skills

Proven leadership experience within education or training

Strong knowledge of industry standards and qualifications

Excellent communication and ability to engage

Commitment to safeguarding, innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement

Job description

Are you passionate about shaping the future of Construction education? Do you have the vision and leadership skills to inspire both staff and students? Are you looking for a team who share your enthusiasm for quality of provision and growth?

At East Coast College, our Construction team sits within state‑of‑the‑art facilities, and is made up of lecturers, assessors, technicians and work placement administrators, who are all committed to the innovative, and quality‑driven curriculum and training the Construction sector needs.

We are millimetres away from being recognised as a Construction Centre of Excellence - are you the Project Manager for the job?

Leading a team who are currently developing the skills and knowledge of a diverse range of students, constructing and further cementing local industry links, and who share in their passion to deliver quality driven and up‑to‑date curriculum, this is certainly a rewarding and exciting opportunity.

As the Head of Department for Construction, your strategic leadership will ensure that high quality delivery continues to be provided inline with industry standards, your innovative course developments will offer our students the best foundation for successful careers in Construction, and your ability to lead in a motivational and committed way will further ensure that the whole team continue to collaborate, evolve, and achieve outstanding student outcomes.

Key needs from you and the role:

• Proven leadership experience within education or training - Ideally construction or related technical field
• Strong knowledge of industry standards and qualifications
• Excellent communication and ability to engage
• Commitment to safeguarding, innovation, inclusivity, and continuous improvement

East Coast college will offer you;

• 48 days holiday (inc. bank holidays)
• Generous pension scheme - Employer Contribution of 22%
• Excellent CPD opportunities
• Discounted use of Gym, Salon, and Restaurant