Head of Faculty - Sefton Sixth Form College

Hugh Baird College; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

50 days holiday

Flexible working

Medicash

Pension scheme

Professional development

On-campus gym

Mental health support

Cycle to work

Travel discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Hugh Baird College in Liverpool is seeking a Head of Faculty to lead a high-profile curriculum area within the Sefton Sixth Form College environment. You will drive teaching excellence, student achievement and staff development, shaping the educational experience of hundreds of learners.

The role requires a degree and recognised teaching qualification, with a proven track record in curriculum quality improvement and leadership.

Qualifications

• Degree and recognised teaching qualification.
• Proven experience of leading curriculum quality improvement.
• Track record of raising standards and improving performance.
• Strong understanding of achievement, progress measures and value-added performance.
• Experience of managing and developing staff to achieve ambitious goals.
• Excellent communication, coaching and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire curriculum teams to deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment.
• Drive student achievement, progress, attendance and high-grade performance across the faculty.
• Use performance data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective strategies for success.
• Champion quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
• Develop and support staff, creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, challenged and empowered to excel.
• Build strong partnerships that enhance the student experience and enrich learning opportunities.

Skills

Leadership skills

Coaching

Communication skills

Education

Teaching qualification

Degree

Job description

Head of Faculty: Sefton Sixth Form College, Liverpool

Full-Time Permanent

50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Competitive Teachers' Pension Scheme

Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits

Start date

• 1st January 2027 start or earlier if possible

About the Role

Join an Outstanding Team At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

Lead a Faculty. Inspire a Team. Transform Futures. Are you an ambitious and experienced educational leader ready to make a significant impact? Sefton Sixth Form College is seeking a Head of Faculty to lead a diverse and high-profile curriculum area, driving excellence in teaching, learning and student achievement. This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the educational experience of hundreds of young people while leading and developing talented teaching staff within a thriving sixth form environment. You'll play a pivotal role in setting standards, driving continuous improvement and ensuring students achieve their full potential.

Experience of working within a STEM subject area would be advantageous, but is not essential.

Interested candidates are advised to apply early, as the vacancy will close once the right candidate is found.

• Lead and inspire curriculum teams to deliver outstanding teaching, learning and assessment.
• Drive student achievement, progress, attendance and high-grade performance across the faculty.
• Use performance data to identify opportunities for improvement and implement effective strategies for success.
• Champion quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.
• Develop and support staff, creating an environment where colleagues feel valued, challenged and empowered to excel.
• Build strong partnerships that enhance the student experience and enrich learning opportunities.

About You

• A degree and recognised teaching qualification.
• Proven experience of leading curriculum quality improvement.
• A track record of raising standards and improving performance.
• Strong understanding of achievement, progress measures and value-added performance.
• Experience of managing and developing staff to achieve ambitious goals.
• Excellent communication, coaching and leadership skills.
• A passion for student success and an unwavering commitment to educational excellence.

Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College

• Generous holiday allowance Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.
• Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.
• Medicash Access to Medicash's health plans which are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.
• Pension Scheme You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.
• Professional Development We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.
• Industrial Commercial Updates Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.
• Reward and Recognition Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.
• Lifestyle Fitness Gym You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.
• Health and Wellbeing You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme; you will also have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation.
• Travel You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.
• Retail Discounts You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.
• Blue Light Card You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.