Head of ILS, Fresh Start and Foundation in Ammanford

The Head of Curriculum is a key operational leadership role, responsible for the day-to-day management, delivery, and quality assurance within a designated curriculum area. Reporting directly to the Dean of Faculty, the HoC will ensure a successful and enjoyable learning experience for all learners, driving high standards of teaching, learning, and learner outcomes through effective operational planning, hands-on team management, and the local implementation of college policies and strategies. The post could involve extensive travel across Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion, flexibility in working hours, and will lead to working within the Dual Sector University.

What you will be doing:

• Provide effective operational leadership for the ILS, Fresh Start and Foundation department.
• Lead and manage curriculum teams to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment that enables learners to achieve their full potential.
• Drive continuous improvement through effective quality assurance, self-assessment, performance monitoring and quality improvement planning.
• Monitor learner recruitment, attendance, retention, achievement and progression, implementing targeted interventions where required.
• Lead curriculum planning and development, ensuring programmes respond to employer demand, regional priorities and Welsh Government and Medr strategic objectives.
• Lead and support staff through effective performance management, coaching and professional development.
• Oversee operational aspects of curriculum delivery, including staffing, timetabling, resource planning and budget management.
• Champion inclusive practice, equality, diversity and learner wellbeing, ensuring all learners receive the support they need to succeed.
• Promote bilingualism and support the development of Welsh-medium learning opportunities across the curriculum.
• Contribute to whole-college strategic priorities and cross-college initiatives that enhance learner success and organisational performance.

What you will need:

• Welsh Language Requirements: Welsh Oracy (Listening/Speaking) - Level 0/1 Desirable; Welsh Literacy (Writing/Reading) - Level 0/1 Desirable.

Persons are welcome to apply for posts in Welsh and applications made in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a degree or equivalent qualification together with a recognised teaching qualification.
• Has substantial experience of leading curriculum teams within an educational environment.
• Demonstrates excellent organisational, operational and communication skills.
• Can analyse performance data and use evidence to drive continuous improvement.
• Has experience of managing budgets, resources and operational planning.
• Has a strong understanding of current developments within Health, Childcare and/or Computing education, including employer, professional and industry requirements.
• Is committed to delivering an outstanding learner experience, promoting equality, diversity, inclusion and learner wellbeing.
• Can work collaboratively with internal and external partners to develop innovative curriculum provision and progression pathways.
• Is a professional, adaptable and forward-thinking leader who is committed to continuous improvement and professional development.

Desirable experience includes: working with higher education partnerships, professional registration and awarding bodies, curriculum innovation, and employer engagement within education.

Why work with us:

At Coleg Sir Gâr and Coleg Ceredigion, we are passionate about creating opportunities, supporting our communities and helping learners achieve their ambitions. When you join us, you become part of a collaborative and forward-thinking organisation that values innovation, inclusion and professional growth. We are committed to supporting our staff to thrive professionally whilst making a real difference to learners across Carmarthenshire and Ceredigion.

We offer:

• Teachers Pension Scheme with 28.68% employer contributions.
• Generous annual leave entitlement of 37 days, plus bank holiday and closure days.
• Ongoing professional development and career progression opportunities.
• Salary sacrifice EV car scheme.
• A supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Access to staff wellbeing initiatives and support services.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative teaching and learning practices.
• The opportunity to work within a values-driven organisation committed to learner success and community impact.

If you are passionate about leading high-quality ILS, Fresh Start and Foundation provision and inspiring learners to achieve their full potential, we would love to hear from you. If you would like to find out more information, or to arrange an informal conversation, please contact Tom.braddock@colegsirgar.ac.uk.

Please note that Interviews are scheduled to take place on 2nd September 2026 (subject to change).