Chichester College Group is seeking a highly innovative, experienced and inspiring educational leader to head our STEM provision at Chichester College at a particularly exciting time following the recent completion of our multi-milllion pound STEM centre. If you are passionate about delivering outstanding student outcomes aligned to employer needs and driving excellence in teaching, learning and assessment, this is an exciting opportunity to lead and develop a large and diverse curriculum area while supporting both staff and students to achieve their full potential. This role is ideal for an experienced Assistant Principal, Head of School, Programme Director or senior curriculum leader who is aspiring to progress to Vice Principal level in the coming years. As Head of Learning, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across our STEM provision, including Motor trades and sports, Engineering, Science, & Digital. The area serves a substantial cohort of study programme learners, apprentices, and commercial learners, offering the opportunity to shape provision, drive curriculum innovation, strengthen employer partnerships and ensure outstanding educational outcomes across a broad and dynamic portfolio. As our Head of Learning, you will:
Responsibilities
- Lead a large team of staff.
- Deliver high-quality outcomes for learners.
- Align curriculum with local, regional and national skills needs.
- Drive high standards of innovative teaching and learning.
What we can offer you in this role
- Help shape the next generation of STEM professionals through industry-connected and future-focused education.
- Lead and shape a diverse STEM curriculum that has a direct impact on students, employers and the wider community.
- Play a key role in driving innovation and strategic growth across high-profile Engineering and Green Technology provision.
- Benefit from ongoing leadership development within a collaborative and ambitious senior management team.
- Teachers' Pension Scheme, with the Group contributing 28.68% of your actual pensionable pay.
- 40 days annual leave entitlement, plus bank holidays and college closure days over the Christmas period which are not deducted from annual leave entitlement.
- Access to a range of discount schemes including shopping, restaurants, gym, travel, cinema and onsite facilities.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Enhanced family friendly policies including enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave.
- Continuous professional development opportunities.
Requirements
- A recognised teaching qualification and relevant subject expertise.
- Experience of leading, managing or coordinating staff within an educational setting.
- A proven track record of improving teaching quality and student outcomes.
- Excellent leadership, communication and organisational skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate others.
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Head of Learning in Chichester employer: Chichester College
As a Learning Assistant, you will join a supportive and inclusive educational environment that prioritises personal growth and community engagement. Our commitment to flexible working arrangements ensures that you can balance your professional aspirations with personal responsibilities, making it an ideal place for those seeking meaningful employment in education. With a diverse student body and innovative teaching methods, you'll have the opportunity to make a real difference in students' lives while developing your own skills.
