Director of Faculty for Engineering and Motor Vehicle in Coventry

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we’ve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow, strengthening the communities we serve.

Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle, engineering, construction and digital skills, ensure we remain at the cutting edge of technology development.

We are seeking an exceptional and highly motivated Director of Faculty for Engineering and Motor Vehicle to provide strategic leadership across one of our most high-profile and industry-relevant faculties. This is a key senior leadership role, reporting to the Vice Principal – Curriculum Innovation, Quality and Performance.

You will lead an ambitious and innovative curriculum offer that meets the needs of learners, employers and the wider regional economy. You will be accountable for the quality of education across the faculty, driving continuous improvement, high performance and an outstanding learner experience.

As Director, you will lead and inspire a team of Curriculum Managers, fostering a culture of high expectations, professional excellence and strong values. You will ensure that the faculty delivers outstanding teaching, learning and assessment, achieves strong outcomes, and is responsive to labour market intelligence and emerging sector priorities.

This role also provides the opportunity to contribute at a whole-college level, including supporting cross-college priorities such as apprenticeships, supporting Ofsted readiness, and identifying growth and income generation opportunities. You will play a vital role in shaping the College’s future direction, ensuring financial sustainability, and strengthening employer partnerships.

• Provide strategic leadership for curriculum areas, including Engineering and Motor Vehicle, ensuring alignment with the College’s strategic plan
• Lead and be accountable for quality of education, driving year-on-year improvement in learner outcomes
• Champion high expectations, aspirations and a culture of excellence for both staff and learners
• Lead effective quality assurance, self-assessment and quality improvement planning
• Use data and performance intelligence to inform decision-making and curriculum development
• Develop a responsive, ambitious curriculum aligned to employer needs, labour market demand and regional priorities
• Build strong partnerships with employers and stakeholders to grow provision and enhance learner opportunities
• Ensure efficient and effective deployment of resources, including staffing, budgets and timetabling
• Drive income generation opportunities, including apprenticeships and employer-led provision
• Lead on equality, diversity and inclusion, ensuring equitable outcomes for all learners
• Oversee learner recruitment, admissions, support and progression to maximise success
• Line manage Curriculum Managers, supporting performance, development and accountability

• A proven track record of successful leadership within Further Education or a similar education/training environment
• Significant experience of managing curriculum, quality assurance and performance
• Significant experience of managing and leading apprenticeships and working with employers
• Strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks, quality improvement and inspection readiness
• Experience of leading and improving teaching, learning and assessment
• Demonstrable experience of budget management and resource planning
• Knowledge of labour market trends and employer engagement within Engineering and/or Motor Vehicle sectors
• Degree-level qualification (or equivalent) and a relevant teaching qualification

• Free on-site parking, including pay-as-you-go EV charging spaces
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement – 39 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment

To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. Please note that CVs will not be accepted. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.

If you would like an informal conversation about the role please contact Patrick Geary, Vice Principal- Curriculum Innovation, Quality and Performance.

We are actively committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the College community. We value our diverse College community and are actively committed to promoting equality and diversity in all areas of college life and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As part of our shortlisting process, you will be asked to complete a self-declaration of your criminal record or information which may make you unsuitable to work with children, in addition we carry out an online search to help identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online. The successful applicant will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.