Head of Department - Health & Social Care
Location: North London
Contract: Full-Time Interim
Start: ASAP
Are you an experienced Health & Social Care curriculum leader looking for an interim management opportunity within an FE college?
We are currently recruiting for a Head of Department - Health & Social Care to provide leadership and management across the curriculum area.
The Role
As Head of Department, you will take responsibility for the day-to-day leadership and performance of the Health & Social Care department, ensuring high-quality teaching, learning and learner outcomes.
Key responsibilities will include:
- Leading and managing Health & Social Care teaching staff
- Overseeing curriculum delivery, planning and quality
- Monitoring learner attendance, progress, achievement and retention
- Supporting and managing staff performance and development
- Ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and assessment
- Monitoring curriculum KPIs and contributing to improvement planning
- Working closely with senior leaders and other curriculum areas
- Managing day-to-day operational issues within the department
- Driving continuous improvement and maintaining high expectations for learners and staff
About You
We're looking for an experienced FE Health & Social Care professional with previous curriculum or departmental leadership experience.
You could be currently working as a:
- Head of Department
- Curriculum Manager
- Curriculum Area Manager
- Programme Manager
- Head of Faculty
You should have strong knowledge of Health & Social Care within Further Education, alongside the leadership skills and confidence to take ownership of a curriculum area and manage a team.
If you're an experienced Health & Social Care curriculum leader available for an interim opportunity in North London, we'd be keen to hear from you.
We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
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Head of Department - Health & Social Care 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.
