Job Description: Head of Structural Technologies
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Job Title: Head of Structural Technologies
Department: Structural Technologies (Built Environment, Construction & Engineering)
Reporting To: Curriculum Director
Location: Berkshire
Salary: £45,196 - £48,286 per annum (Scale M)
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Job Purpose
The Head of Structural Technologies is a pivotal middle-to-senior leadership role responsible for the operational, academic, and strategic management of the department. Reporting directly to the Curriculum Director, the post-holder will lead a team of academic staff-including Programme Managers and Lecturers-to deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment across built environment disciplines (including Construction, Engineering, Building Services, and Electrical Installations).
This post suits an ambitious Programme Manager, Course Leader, or Curriculum Manager looking to take the next step into departmental management, driving academic quality, staff performance, budget management, and employer-aligned curriculum growth.
Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities
1. Leadership & Line Management
Provide visible, supportive, and effective line management to departmental staff, including Programme Managers, Lecturers, and technical support teams.
Conduct regular 1:1 reviews, annual performance evaluations, and probationary reviews in line with college policy.
Coach, mentor, and develop staff to foster a culture of high performance, continuous improvement, and professional development.
Manage departmental recruitment, induction, and workforce planning to ensure optimal staffing ratios and resource deployment.
2. Quality Assurance & Academic Standards
Implement and embed the college's Teaching, Learning, and Assessment Framework across all courses within the department.
Lead the departmental Self-Assessment Review (SAR) process and construct robust, actionable Quality Improvement Plans (QIP).
Continuously monitor key performance indicators (KPIs), including student retention, attendance, pass rates, and positive progression. xgikmsk
Conduct lesson observations, learning walks, and work scrutiny to ensure exceptional delivery standards and student engagement.
3. Curriculum Development & Innovation
Shape and modernize the departmental curriculum in response to regional skills needs, the Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP), and local emp...
Head of Structural Technologies in Calcot employer: Dovetail and Slate
As a Headteacher in our specialist education setting in Manchester, you will be part of a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises the growth and development of both staff and students. We offer competitive salaries, opportunities for professional development, and a commitment to maintaining high standards in education, ensuring that you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people with SEMH and SEND needs. Join us in fostering an inclusive environment where your leadership can thrive and contribute to the success of our community.
