Head of Learning - GCSE Maths & English/A Levels [Ref: CC8467] in Chichester

Chichester College is seeking an exceptional and highly experienced senior education leader to take up the role of Head of Learning - GCSE Maths & English and A Levels. This is a critical appointment for the College, with strategic oversight of learning, teaching and outcomes for over 3,000 GCSE Maths and English students and more than 650 A Level students. This role sits at the centre of our quality, performance and curriculum strategy and will suit a candidate currently operating at Assistant Principal or equivalent senior leadership level, with a strong track record of raising standards, leading managers and delivering impact at scale.

Why join Chichester College?

• A rare opportunity to shape the educational experience of thousands of students at GCSE and A Level.
• A senior leadership role with genuine strategic influence and visibility.
• A strong culture of professional trust, innovation and collaboration.

About the role:

As Head of Learning, you will:

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for GCSE Maths and English and the A Level provision, ensuring outstanding teaching, learning and assessment.
• Lead a large and high-profile curriculum area with responsibility for student outcomes, retention, achievement, progress and value added, including GCSE progress measures and A Level ALPs.
• Line manage two Teaching and Learning Managers, one with responsibility for GCSE Maths and English and one for A Levels, ensuring strong middle leadership, consistency of practice and continuous improvement.
• Lead the strategic development and growth of the A Level curriculum, aligning provision to curriculum intent, accountability agreements, Ofsted expectations and local priorities.
• Work collaboratively across the College Group to drive quality improvement, innovation and consistency in teaching, learning and assessment.
• Champion a coaching culture that supports staff development, reflection, innovation and professional growth.
• Represent the College positively with schools, parents, employers and external stakeholders, strengthening the reputation of both the A Level offer and GCSE provision.

You will be responsible for delivering agreed KPIs and contributing significantly to College-wide strategy, planning, self-assessment and quality assurance processes.

What we are looking for:

This is a senior, influential leadership post and we are seeking an individual who brings:

• Substantial experience of leading GCSE Maths and English and/or A Level provision, ideally within a General FE or sixth form context.
• A proven record of raising standards in teaching, learning and assessment, securing strong student outcomes and value added.
• Experience of line managing other curriculum leaders or managers, with the ability to coach, challenge and inspire at scale.
• Strong knowledge of curriculum planning, funding, assessment frameworks, value-added measures (including ALPs) and regulatory requirements.
• Credibility and presence to operate confidently at senior leadership level, contributing to strategic decision-making across the College.
• A deep commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion, student engagement, safeguarding and high expectations for all learners.
• An innovative, forward-thinking approach with the confidence to lead change and improvement in a complex curriculum environment.

You will hold a teaching qualification (Cert Ed/PGCE or equivalent), a relevant degree or equivalent experience, and have strong digital, analytical and leadership skills. Coaching or mentoring expertise is essential, with management or senior leadership qualifications desirable.

We have a fantastic range of staff benefits, highly competitive against what is offered by the private sector and other organisations, including:

• Teachers Pension Scheme - the Group contributes 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
• 40 days annual leave, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement.
• Plus, the opportunity to purchase up to 5 days additional leave.
• Commitment to professional development and leadership growth.
• Discount schemes - including discounts on shopping, restaurants, travel and onsite facilities such as our gym and First Steps Childcare nurseries (specific campuses only).
• Family friendly policies - including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave (dependant on continuous service).
• Continuous professional development opportunities - including ‘back to industry’ days, the Learning & Skills Teacher Apprenticeship for unqualified teaching staff and access to a range of other courses and activities.
• And much more - check out the Staff Benefits booklet attached to this advert for more information about our fantastic range of benefits available to staff.

Working in a vibrant and inclusive further education college is an inspiring experience. Our staff have a relentless focus on delivering outstanding teaching, learning and support, where you'll encounter a diverse student body, a positive atmosphere, ample support services, innovative teaching methods, community engagement and a celebration of individual differences. It's an environment that fosters personal growth and collaboration, to change lives through learning.

Closing date: 1 June 2026

As users of the disability confident scheme, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the role. The Chichester College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check, which may include a check of the barred lists and any relevant overseas checks. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. We vigorously pursue all references and safeguarding checks to ensure applicants are suitable to work with young people.