Vice Principal - Adults, Apprentices and Higher Education

FEA; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is looking for an experienced Vice Principal for Adults, Apprentices and Higher Education. The successful candidate will lead strategic development, curriculum innovation, and high-quality teaching, with a focus on enhancing outcomes for learners in alignment with regional priorities. This role offers a chance to make a significant impact on apprenticeship and adult education while strengthening partnerships with employers and universities.

Qualifications

• Significant experience of leading apprenticeships and adult provision.
• Ambitious leadership qualities.
• Strong understanding of educational outcomes and employer needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the strategic development and delivery of adult, apprenticeship, and higher education provision.
• Drive curriculum innovation and high-quality teaching.
• Strengthen partnerships with employers and funding bodies.

Job description

Our client is one of the largest providers of further education, work-based learning and higher education courses in the region.

Following a period of significant growth, the college are seeking an experienced and ambitious leader to join their Senior Leadership Team as Vice Principal for Adults, Apprentices and Higher Education. You will lead the strategic development and delivery of our client's adult, apprenticeship and higher education provision, ensuring it aligns with regional priorities, employer needs and delivers excellent outcomes for learners.

The role will drive curriculum innovation, high-quality teaching and strong progression into employment and further study. You will strengthen partnerships with employers, universities and funding bodies, secure new opportunities, oversee key funding streams and deliver strong performance against financial, quality and learner targets.

Our client is seeking an ambitious leader with significant experience of leading apprenticeships and adult provision. If you are keen to join a college committed to the success of all its learners please contact lead consultant to discuss this exciting opportunity.

Closing date: 9am on Thursday 22 January 2026

Interviews: Monday 9 February 2026