Head of Department, FE Curriculum & Teaching Excellence

East Coast College; Lowestoft; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

East Coast College in Lowestoft is seeking an ambitious Head of Department to lead our Foundation and NEET provision, driving high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement. This pivotal leadership role will shape a diverse and inclusive curriculum, motivate teaching teams and ensure every learner is supported to reach their full potential.

You will work with senior leaders to drive quality improvement, curriculum innovation and student success while ensuring provision meets local

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification and evidence of continuous professional development.
• Degree qualification / relevant industry experience.
• Experience of working within Further Education.
• Proven success in raising standards and leading quality improvement.
• Experience of coaching, mentoring and developing staff.
• Understanding of FE quality assurance requirements and safeguarding legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a high-performing curriculum team, driving excellent teaching, learning, assessment and student outcomes.
• Use performance data and quality processes effectively to improve recruitment, retention, achievement, progression and learner satisfaction.
• Develop innovative and inclusive curriculum provision that meets the needs of learners, employers and the college's strategic objectives.
• Manage budgets, staffing and resources effectively, ensuring an efficient, safe and high-quality learning environment.
• Champion safeguarding, welfare and wellbeing, ensuring all staff and students understand and comply with safeguarding policies and procedures.

Skills

Leadership

Coaching & mentoring

Curriculum development

Data-driven decisions

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Teaching qualification

Degree qualification / relevant industry experience

Experience in Further Education

Job description

East Coast College in Lowestoft is seeking an ambitious Head of Department to lead our Foundation and NEET provision, driving high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement. This pivotal leadership role will shape a diverse and inclusive curriculum, motivate teaching teams and ensure every learner is supported to reach their full potential.

You will work with senior leaders to drive quality improvement, curriculum innovation and student success while ensuring provision meets local