Head of Learning Academies

Stoke On Trent College; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 43,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Stoke On Trent College recherche un 'Head of Learning' pour piloter les domaines de curriculum du Sport, Business, Public Services, et plus. Le rôle inclut la responsabilité stratégique et opérationnelle pour garantir des programmes de haute qualité qui répondent aux besoins de sa communauté diversifiée. Le candidat idéal sera un leader inclusif avec une passion pour le développement éducatif.

Benefits

39 jours de congés annuels

Politiques familiales amicales

Fermeture durant Noël

Installation modernes et lumineux

Régime de pension compétitif

Restauration sur site et petits déjeuners gratuits

Programme d'assistance pour les employés

Développement professionnel continu

Initiatives de santé et bien-être

Accès à la salle de sport du College

Qualifications

• Expérience dans la direction de programmes d'études et d'apprentissage pour les adultes.
• Approche innovante du design curriculum, intégrant des compétences du monde réel.
• Capacité à améliorer les résultats des élèves grâce à une analyse centrée sur les données.

Responsibilities

• Diriger les domaines de curriculum pour le Sport, Business, Public Services, etc.
• Assurer un enseignement de haute qualité et un provisionnement centré sur l'élève.
• Collaborer avec des partenaires externes pour des opportunités réelles pour les apprenants.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Inclusivity

Collaboration

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Degree in a relevant subject area

Job description

Salary: £43,294 - £49,584 per annum (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.

Are you an inclusive and forward-thinking leader with a passion for education and skills development?

We’re looking for a values-drivenHead of Learningto lead ourSport, Business, Public Services, Hair and Beauty, and Hospitalitycurriculum areas acrossStudy Programmes and Adult Learning. This is a key leadership role, working closely with theDirector of Service Industries and Employability, with strategic and operational responsibility for delivering high-quality, learner-centred provision that meets the needs of our diverse student body, employers, and the wider community.

Why this role matters

You’ll play a pivotal role in shaping and growing our curriculum offer, driving innovation, and embedding continuous improvement. Working collaboratively with colleagues and external partners, you’ll ensure our provision is inclusive, ambitious, and aligned with real-world opportunities—supporting learners to achieve their goals and progress into further education, employment, or training.

What you’ll bring

We welcome applications from candidates with a range of backgrounds and experiences. You may already be a curriculum leader or a senior practitioner ready to take the next step. What matters most is your commitment to inclusive education and your ability to lead with integrity and purpose.

You’ll bring:

• Experience of leading and shaping provision across Study Programmes, Adult Learning, and community-based delivery.
• A strong focus on teaching excellence and learner outcomes, using data and insight to drive improvement.
• An innovative approach to curriculum design that embeds real-world skills and progression pathways.
• A collaborative leadership style, with a track record of building partnerships and inclusive team cultures.
• A passion for learner achievement and a commitment to supporting students from all backgrounds to succeed.

Qualifications

• A recognised teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent)
• A degree in a relevant subject area
• Evidence of continued professional development

We offer a fantastic competitive reward package, including:

• Enhanced leave policiesincluding39 days annual leaveplus bank holidays (plus an additional wellbeing day)
• A range ofFamily Friendly policies, including opportunities for Hybrid working as relevant to role
• Christmas Closure
• Bright, modern facilities, buildings and learning resources
• A competitivepension 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 and Covering letter submission is 1stAugust 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.