Vice Principal – Carlisle College (part of NCG)

FE Week; Carlisle; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Carlisle College is seeking a Vice Principal to lead its strategic initiatives as part of an evolving adult education landscape. The role encompasses oversight of quality improvement and curriculum, responding to regional skill needs while driving innovation and growth. The ideal candidate will have an understanding of the post-16 education environment and bring strong leadership skills to enhance the college's impact.

Qualifications

• Experienced senior leader in post-16 education sector.
• Strong grasp of quality improvement and curriculum development.
• Familiar with devolved funding structures and regional skills priorities.

Responsibilities

• Shape the college’s strategic plan and ensure high-quality education.
• Lead on data and performance management systems.
• Engage with employer needs and regional skills priorities.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum Development

Performance Management

Data Management

Employer Engagement

Education

Experience in FE or HE

Job description

Vice Principal – Carlisle College (part of NCG)

Lead with Purpose. Inspire Progress. Shape the Future.

Carlisle College is seeking an exceptional and inspiring Vice Principal to join our Senior Leadership Team at a pivotal time in our development. As we prepare for further devolution in the adult skills landscape across Cumbria and beyond, we need a dynamic leader ready to drive innovation, growth and excellence.

As Vice Principal, you will play a key strategic role in shaping the college’s future as we launch our new strategic plan. A strong grasp of quality improvement, curriculum development and performance management will be essential to raising standards and delivering outstanding outcomes. You will provide leadership and oversight of our Apprenticeships and Adult Education provision, ensuring high quality and responsiveness to learner, employer and regional needs.

You will also lead on data and performance management systems, ensuring data is accurate, timely and used intelligently to inform decision-making at all levels. Your ability to turn data into action will be central to our quality and strategic planning processes.

We are seeking an experienced senior leader from a FE or HE background, who understands the evolving post-16 education environment – someone prepared to engage with devolved funding structures, regional skills priorities and employer engagement, to ensure Carlisle College remains agile, ambitious and impactful.

We have appointed FE Associates to support us with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with our recruitment partner, by emailing [e-mail]

Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 24 June 2025

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