Head of School - Engineering and Motor Vehicle

Bedford College Group; England; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK is seeking a Head of School for Engineering and Motor Vehicle. The ideal candidate will lead and manage school operations while developing an ambitious curriculum that raises student aspirations. Emphasis on quality teaching and excellent student experience is crucial. Essential qualifications include GCSE Maths & English, a recognised teaching qualification, and significant leadership experience. The role offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits.

Benefits

35 days annual leave plus Bank holidays

Teacher's pension

Retail and leisure discounts

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven track record in leading curriculum within FE.
• Ability to develop policy and manage high-performing provision.
• Exceptional organisational and project management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership overseeing school operations.
• Design and implement a high-quality curriculum.
• Ensure effective teaching and learning practices.

Skills

Leadership & management experience

Analytical & strategic skills

Core competencies (organisational, interpersonal)

Strong IT and numeracy capability

Education

GCSE Maths & English (A-C) or Level 2 equivalent

Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed)

Job description

Head of School - Engineering and Motor Vehicle

Role: Head of School - Engineering and Motor Vehicle

Location: Tresham College - Corby and Wellingborough Campuses

Salary/Benefits: Salary between £47,972 and £62,099 per annum DOE and Qualifications, 35 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, teacher's pension, retail and leisure discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time

Key qualifications: Right to work in the UK required. No sponsorship available.

About the role: We are currently seeking a Head of School in Engineering and Motor Vehicle to join our Engineering department at The Bedford College Group.

• Lead and manage school operations – Provide strategic leadership, oversee team performance, ensure compliance with TBCG policies and statutory requirements.
• Develop ambitious curriculum – Design and implement a high‑quality, sequenced curriculum that meets local needs and raises aspirations for all learners.
• Drive quality and student experience – Ensure effective teaching, learning and assessment practices while keeping the student experience at the heart of all activities.
• Manage resources and performance – Oversee budgets, staffing, timetabling and succession planning; hold teams accountable for achieving targets and standards.
• Represent and innovate – Act as a key representative internally and externally, contribute to strategic projects and foster continuous improvement aligned with TBCG values.

About you

• Essential qualifications – GCSE Maths & English (A‑C) or Level 2 equivalent, recognised teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed) and leadership & management development.
• Leadership & management experience – Proven track record in leading curriculum within FE, implementing strategy, managing teams, budgets and driving change.
• Analytical & strategic skills – Ability to develop policy, write and present performance reports, and manage high‑performing curriculum provision effectively.
• Core competencies – Exceptional organisational, interpersonal, influencing, decision‑making and project management skills; strong IT and numeracy capability.
• Professional attributes – Solutions‑focused, adaptable, confidential, committed to safeguarding, equality & diversity, and able to travel and work flexibly across sites.

Interviews to be held: 23 January 2025

Our values

• Valuing teamwork – We are one team who work together to achieve great things, respecting opinions and valuing contributions.
• Improving continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students, considering them in all decision making.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising we can learn from each other.
• Open and caring – We care about the wellbeing of staff, students, community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust.
• Nurturing education excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students.

About The Bedford College Group – The Bedford College Group, formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College, is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.

Safeguarding our students – The group is committed to safeguarding and promotes welfare of children and young people. Successful candidates will be subject to a thorough vetting process, including an enhanced DBS check and references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.