Head of Faculty - Sefton Sixth Form College

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

Benefits offered by this job

50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Medicash

Job summary

Hugh Baird College in Sefton is recruiting a Head of Faculty for Sefton Sixth Form College. This full-time permanent role leads a diverse curriculum area within an Ofsted Outstanding provider, shaping teaching excellence, student achievement and staff development. Ambitious educational leadership with STEM exposure is a plus.

Start date 1st January 2027 or earlier. You will guide curriculum teams, drive performance, and cultivate partnerships to enrich the student experience in a thriving sixth

Qualifications

• 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.

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

Educational leadership

Communication

Education

A degree and recognised teaching qualification

Job description

Head of Faculty - Sefton Sixth Form College

Application Deadline: 29 September 2026

Department: A-Level Provision

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Sefton Sixth Form

Compensation: £0 / year

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

*1st January 2027 start or earlier if possible*

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.

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

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.

About the Role

As Head of Faculty, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across a facility creating a culture where high expectations, innovation and collaboration thrive.

You will:

• 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

We are looking for a confident and credible educational leader who can motivate others and deliver measurable impact.

You will bring:

• 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

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

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 have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.

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.