Local London Skills Provider Network Project Director

London South East Colleges; Orpington; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead the Local London Skills Provider Network. This role involves strategic collaboration across education partners, managing projects, and securing funding to enhance skills provision. Ideal candidates will have a solid background in project leadership, funding management, and the UK education landscape. The position offers a generous benefits package with extensive annual leave.

Benefits

Annual leave of 43 days

Excellent pension schemes

Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Free onsite parking

Cycle to work scheme

Annual season ticket loan

Discounts for Teachers

Free Wifi access

Gym access with discounts

Qualifications

• Strong track record in leading multi-stakeholder projects.
• Experience in securing and managing external funding.
• Deep understanding of the UK post-16 education and skills landscape.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• Collaborative, proactive, and resilient approach.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic collaboration across LLSPN partners to attract new investment.
• Shape and support the next Local Skills Improvement Plan.
• Represent the network at regional and national levels.
• Secure funding, manage projects, and promote the LLSPN's achievements.
• Drive innovation in digital, green, and industry-led skills provision.
• Monitor impact through key performance indicators.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Communication

Funding management

Proactive approach

Job description

Local London Skills Provider Network Project Director

About the role:

Job Advert: LLSPN Director

Please note we don't have a fixed closing date but will close the role when we have sufficient applicants to interview, so apply soon to not miss out!

Location: Local London area (with travel across boroughs and occasional national representation)

Start Date: 1 April 2026

Line Manager: Chair or Deputy Chair of the LLSPN

Are you ready to lead one of the most dynamic and impactful skills partnerships in London? The Local London Skills Provider Network (LLSPN) is seeking an experienced and visionary Director to lead its next phase of development. Following the successful delivery of a £6.5 million Local Skills Improvement Fund (LSIF) programme, the LLSPN is poised to play a central role in shaping the future of skills provision across the Local London area.

This is a unique opportunity to lead a pioneering collaboration of further and adult education providers across nine boroughs: Barking & Dagenham, Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Havering, Newham, Enfield, Redbridge, and Waltham Forest.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic collaboration across LLSPN partners to attract new investment and enhance provision.
• Shape and support the next Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP).
• Represent the network at regional and national levels.
• Secure funding, manage projects, and promote the LLSPN's achievements.
• Drive innovation in digital, green, and industry-led skills provision.
• Monitor impact through key performance indicators and ensure sustainability of the network.

Qualifications

• A strong track record in leading multi‑stakeholder projects.
• Experience in securing and managing external funding.
• Deep understanding of the UK post‑16 education and skills landscape.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
• A collaborative, proactive, and resilient approach.

Secondments from existing employers and applications from consultants/contractors are welcome.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes annual leave of 43 days (excluding bank holidays) plus a further three days over the Christmas break. We provide up to two additional College closure days throughout the year and also offer leave for volunteering. Excellent pension schemes are offered, including employer contributions (Teachers' Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest). Other benefits include:

• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work/bike loan scheme
• Annual season ticket loan
• Access to the 'Discounts for Teachers' portal
• Free Wifi access in over 10,000 locations worldwide Eduroam
• Access to our onsite gym at Bromley, discounts in our in‑house restaurants and on our hair and beauty treatments

Equal Opportunities

London South East Colleges is fully‑committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer and creating a diverse and inclusive workspace, free from discrimination and harassment. We welcome and encourage applications from all, regardless of race, nationality, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, parental status and/or marital/partnership status.

As a Disability Confident‑Committed employer, we will offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum job role criteria. If you have accessibility needs and/or require any adjustments for the application and interview process, please email us at [email protected]

In line with KCSIE guidance we conduct social media checks for all candidates who are shortlisted for roles to ascertain suitability to work with children and young adults. As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an 'Enhanced' DBS check, along with a Children's Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self‑disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process.

About the College

London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c.1,000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs. Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning, the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility and creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential.

Accreditations

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