Head of School - ESOL

South and City College Birmingham; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent further education institution in Birmingham seeks a Head of School - ESOL to manage curriculum delivery and support staff in their roles. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and leadership skills, with a relevant educational background. This position includes overseeing the daily operations, enhancing student experiences, and maintaining the highest educational standards. A commitment to safeguarding and promoting student well-being is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior educational role.
• Strong understanding of the education sector and curriculum delivery.
• Ability to manage staff and resources effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day delivery of the curriculum.
• Provide support to staff within the department.
• Ensure high standards of delivery and student service.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong leadership abilities

Experience in curriculum management

Education

Relevant degree or qualification in education or related field

Job description

Head of School - ESOL

We are seeking to appoint a Head of School - ESOL.

Closing Date for applications is: 9th January 2026

Interview dates: 23rd January 2026

Introduction

The College has four faculties and each has a Faculty Head, Deputy Faculty Head and a number of Heads of School. The faculty management team has strategic and operational responsibility for the management and delivery of course programmes within a group of college departments. Each faculty works within a remit specific to their area, outlining key focus areas and subject to review by the College to reflect goals, aims and strategic objectives within FE and the College.

Curriculum departments are grouped into faculties. The Head of School has a primary responsibility for the specific department and its individuals, while the Faculty Head holds primary responsibility for the whole faculty and its targets.

Aims of Job / Job Purpose

• Manage an area of delivery within the curriculum, ensuring smooth day‑to‑day running of provision so that students receive a quality service and staff receive guidance and day‑to‑day operational support.
• Be responsible for carrying out all related duties and responsibilities required as part of a teaching commitment.

The Job Description for this role has been attached; please refer to it for more detailed information on the role.

About South and City College Birmingham

We are one of the largest further education providers in the UK, with eight campuses across the city. We are committed to ensuring students have the relevant skills, qualifications and experience for their future, whether that is to seek employment or continue their education.

Our vision is to be recognised as an outstanding educational and economical resource by providing outstanding education and training that is primarily vocational in response to the needs of learners, employers and other key stakeholders.

At South and City College Birmingham, equality, diversity and inclusion are integral to who we are and what we do. We are firmly committed to promoting and embedding the key principles for all within our institution, from our learners to our staff, governors, employers, visitors and contractors.

Application

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If you have any queries not specified in the Job Description, please contact the People Services team by email at [emailprotected].

Safeguarding

The college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expects all staff to share this commitment.

The successful applicant will be subject to all necessary pre‑employment checks, including enhanced DBS, prohibition checks, childcare disqualification (where applicable), qualifications (where applicable), medical fitness, identity and right to work.

All applicants will be required to provide a minimum of two suitable references covering a 5‑year period.

An online search will also be carried out as part of our due diligence on all shortlisted candidates.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020; certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’ and do not need to be disclosed to employers.

Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Safeguarding is our top priority. We encourage all applicants to review our Safeguarding and Child Protection Policy, which outlines our commitment to the safety and wellbeing of learners.

This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016). Therefore, the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role.