Head of Foundation Learning

Orbital South Colleges; Redhill; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two excellent pension schemes

Holiday package

Free onsite parking

Fully equipped gym access

Spa and Salon discounts

Job summary

Orbital South Colleges seeks an experienced Head of Foundation Learning to lead and develop our Foundation Learning provision across the College Group. You will drive SEND provision, inclusive education and high-quality curriculum, leading teams and ensuring learners gain skills, confidence and independence.

You will provide operational leadership across the Foundation Learning provision, shaping curriculum, quality improvement and learner performance, with strong partnerships with local

Qualifications

• Significant teaching experience in Further Education, specialising in Foundation Learning and/or SEND provision.
• Experience leading curriculum teams and developing inclusive educational provision.
• Strong understanding of curriculum design, funding requirements and quality assurance processes.
• Experience using data effectively to drive performance and improvement.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide operational leadership for Foundation Learning provision across the College Group.
• Lead curriculum development, quality improvement and learner performance, with a focus on attendance, retention, achievement and progression.
• Lead the King's Trust Team Programme at John Ruskin College.
• Build strong partnerships with local authorities, employers, schools and community organisations.

Skills

Leadership

Foundation Learning

SEND provision

Curriculum development

Data-driven improvement

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Team leadership

Education

PGCE / CertEd / Level 5 Teaching Qualification

NPQ-SENCO or equivalent SEND qualification

Job description

Orbital South Colleges Group is seeking an experienced and inspirational Head of Foundation Learning to lead and develop our Foundation Learning provision across the College Group.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate leader with expertise in SEND and inclusive education to drive outstanding outcomes for learners with diverse learning needs. You will play a key role in shaping a high-quality curriculum, leading dedicated teams, and ensuring our learners develop the skills, confidence and independence needed to achieve their ambitions.

As Head of Foundation Learning, you will provide operational leadership for Foundation Learning provision across the College Group, ensuring an inclusive and high-quality student experience for learners with SEND and a wide range of additional needs. You will lead curriculum development, quality improvement and learner performance, with a focus on attendance, retention, achievement and progression. The role also includes leadership of the King's Trust Team Programme at John Ruskin College and responsibility for building strong partnerships with local authorities, employers, schools and community organisations.

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Further Education professional who has a strong background in Foundation Learning and/or SEND provision, together with a proven ability to lead teams, drive quality improvement and deliver excellent learner outcomes.

You will bring:

• Significant teaching experience within Further Education, specialising in Foundation Learning and/or SEND provision.
• Experience of leading curriculum teams and developing inclusive educational provision.
• A strong understanding of curriculum design, funding requirements and quality assurance processes.
• Experience of using data effectively to drive performance and improvement.
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Qualifications

Applicants should hold:

• A full teaching qualification (PGCE, CertEd or Level 5 Teaching Qualification)
• A relevant SEND qualification, such as NPQ-SENCO or equivalent.

Interviews are expected to be held week commencing the 28th of October.

In return, we offer a competitive salary, as well as staff benefits such a choice of two excellent pension schemes, a brilliant holiday package, free onsite parking and access to our fully equipped gym along with discounted in house Spa and Salon treatments.

Orbital South Colleges Group are committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population. We are also committed to PREVENT and Safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both College Campus’ are smoke-free zones.

As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.