Head of Digital Futures (on-site)

Suffolk New College; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Suffolk New College in Ipswich is seeking a new Head of Digital Futures to drive the college’s digital strategy and lead innovation across curriculum and assessment. The post includes some teaching, requires a degree in a digital field, Level 2 maths and English, and a Level 5 teaching qualification, with on-site duties across multiple campuses.

You will manage staff development, foster partnerships with employers and digital partners, and oversee VR/AR/AI-enabled technologies to enhance learner

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a digital field.
• Level 2 maths and English.
• Level 5 teaching qualification.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation of the College's digital strategy across curriculum, teaching and assessment.
• Provide confident leadership and staff development in digital practice.
• Oversee embedding VR, AR and AI-enabled tools into curriculum delivery.
• Undertake teaching hours and travel between campuses.

Skills

People management

Digital pedagogy

Emerging technologies

Education

Degree in a digital field

Level 2 maths and English

Level 5 teaching qualification

Tools

VR

AR

AI tools

Job description

Head of Digital Futures (on-site)

Within the range of £46,803 to £53,919 per annum*

*Bar at salary point 3. Progression beyond the bar requires an application process against eligibility criteria

**Starting salary subject to college salary assessment process

35 hours per week (includes some teaching hours), 52 weeks a year

We have an exciting opportunity for an innovative and ambitious individual to join the management team at Suffolk New College as Head of Digital Futures.

The postholder will lead the implementation of the College's digital strategy, ensuring that digital innovation strengthens teaching, learning and assessment and delivers an exceptional learner experience. You will provide confident, forward thinking leadership, developing staff capability and driving the adoption of high quality digital practice across curriculum areas.

You will bring strong people management skills, proven expertise in digital pedagogy, and the ability to embed emerging technologies: including VR, AR and AI enabled tools, into meaningful and impactful curriculum delivery. The role also necessitates the ability to build sustainable relationships with employers, digital partners and awarding organisations, alongside a creative and future focused approach to digital transformation.

The postholder will undertake some teaching hours and must therefore demonstrate effective practice within a relevant digital discipline. You should hold a degree or relevant professional qualification in a digital field, together with Level 2 maths and English and a Level 5 teaching qualification.

This post is based at Suffolk New College, Ipswich. However, Suffolk New College is a multi-campus site therefore you will be required to work at and travel between campuses.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.

Closing date: Sunday 27th September 2026 at Midnight

Interview date: Wednesday 7th October 2026

The College reserves the right to close this advert early.

Kindly be advised that we are unable to provide skilled worker sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the country without the need for sponsorship.

You may use AI tools to support your application but all information must truthfully reflect your own skills and experience. You may be asked to discuss the details during the recruitment process.

This College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our on-going commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantees to shortlist all applicants from a black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) checks.