Head of Learning – ESOL

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

Job summary

Stoke On Trent College invites applications for the position of Head of Learning – ESOL. This full-time role involves leading ESOL provision across several programs, ensuring high-quality educational outcomes while fostering an inclusive and learner-centered environment. Candidates should have relevant experience and qualifications including a PGCE.

Benefits

Enhanced leave policies

Family friendly policies and hybrid working opportunities

Christmas closure

Bright modern facilities

Competitive pension scheme

On-site restaurant facilities

Employee Assistance Programme

Access to Continuing Professional Development

Health & Wellbeing initiatives

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• Experience leading ESOL provision in various settings.
• Commitment to teaching improvement through data.
• Track record of fostering an inclusive team culture.

Responsibilities

• Lead ESOL delivery for diverse learners and community settings.
• Drive growth strategies and quality improvements in ESOL education.
• Collaborate with management and curriculum teams.

Skills

Teaching Excellence

Curriculum Design

Inclusivity

Partnership Building

Learner Achievement

Education

PGCE or equivalent

Relevant degree

Job description

Head of Learning – ESOL

Salary: £43,294 - £49, 584per annum (Grade 5 -6 )

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!

Working in partnership with the Director of Lifelong Learning and Skills and in collaboration with the wider curriculum management team, you will lead on ESOL delivery for Study Programme learners, adults and in community settings – playing a pivotal role in driving growth strategies in these areas, including their development, innovation and rigorous quality improvement processes. An ambitious and student-focussed leader you will share our commitment to our goal of continued progress in high levels of learner progress and achievement.

Your passion and enthusiasm will be underpinned by the experience, skills and understanding you bring including:

• Experience of leading and shaping ESOL provision, including Study Programmes, Adult Learning, and Community-based delivery, with a strong focus on inclusivity and learner-centred approaches.
• A commitment to teaching excellence, using data and insight to drive improvements in teaching, learning, assessment, and staff development.
• An innovative approach to curriculum design, embedding real-world English skills that support learners to progress confidently into further education, employment, or training.
• A track record of building partnerships and fostering an inclusive team culture, working collaboratively with staff, learners, and external stakeholders to enhance support and opportunities.
• Be passionate about learner achievement, with proven success in helping students achieve their goals and make meaningful progress in their education and beyond.

It is essential that you have a PGCE or equivalent, a degree and relevant teaching experience, along with a CPD portfolio to evidence your up-to-date knowledge and skills.

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 11thJuly 2025