Head of Learning

Stoke On Trent College; Hempstalls; Hybrid; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution is seeking a Head of Learning for Skills for Work and Community. The role involves leading dynamic learning programs aimed at empowering unemployed adults while collaborating with local partners. The ideal candidate should be a passionate leader focused on making a difference, with the ability to innovate and deliver high-quality educational outcomes.

Benefits

39 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Family Friendly policies

Competitive pension scheme

On-site restaurant with free breakfasts

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Continuing Professional Development

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Access to College Sports Academy gym

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Dynamic and inspiring leader.
• Experience in designing and delivering learning programs.
• Ability to work with local partners and lead community initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of learning programs for adults.
• Collaborate with Job Centres and local partners to create opportunities.
• Empower unemployed adults to gain skills and confidence.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Innovation

Job description

Head of Learning – Skills for Work and Community

Salary: £43, 294 to £49, 584 (Grade 5)

Full Time, 37 Hours Per Week, Permanent (1.0 FTE)

Excellent suite of total reward benefits

There has never been a better time to join our College Management Team!

Stoke on Trent College is an exciting and fast-growing place to be, and we are passionate about getting our learners Skills Ready; Future Ready.

Be part of an Ofsted ‘Good’ College with good financial health, and contribute to our continuing progress. These are exciting times as we continue on our journey to becoming the innovative, technical and professional College of choice.

Our success is through Our People!

Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? We're looking for a dynamic and inspiring leader to head up our Skills for Work and Community Learning programmes.

In this varied and rewarding role, you’ll lead the design and delivery of learning that empowers unemployed adults to build confidence, gain new skills, and take positive steps toward employment.

Working closely with local partners like Job Centres and the DWP, you’ll help shape opportunities that truly benefit individuals and communities across Stoke-on-Trent and beyond. If you're a people-focused leader with a talent for collaboration, innovation and delivering high-quality learning, we’d love to hear from you

We offer a fantastic competitive reward package, including:

• Enhanced leave policiesincluding39 days’ annual leaveplus bank holidays
• A range ofFamily Friendly policies, including opportunities for Hybrid working as relevant to role
• Christmas Closure
• Bright, modern facilities, buildings and learning resources
• Acompetitive pension scheme
• On-site restaurant facilities andfree breakfasts(cooked breakfast or continental options)
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Access toContinuing Professional Development
• Health & Wellbeing initiativesand health-related benefits including individual health care plans
• Access to theCollege Sports Academy gym
• Freeon-site parking

Closing date for applications via CV submission is 8thAugust 2025.

In the event of a high response to this advertisement, this vacancy will be closed. Early applications are advised.

We are passionate about promoting equality of opportunity and creating a working environment where diversity is recognised and celebrated and everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. Our environment is diverse in character and student population.

The College is committed to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.All appointments are subject to safer recruitment checks, including previous employment checks, online searches and an Enhanced DBS Check.