Head of Cleaning Industries
Temporary | Contract
Location: the West Midlands
Salary: £40,000 per annum
Start date: 1 December 2026
Are you an experienced cleaning industries professional ready to take on a curriculum leadership role?
About the Role
As Head of Cleaning Industries, you'll lead the day-to-day management and performance of the cleaning industries provision at a further education provider, making sure teaching, learning and learner outcomes are of a consistently high standard.
You'll manage the teaching team, oversee curriculum planning and delivery, and work alongside senior leaders and other curriculum areas on priorities and improvement.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Leading and managing the cleaning industries teaching team.
- Overseeing curriculum planning, delivery and quality.
- Monitoring learner attendance, progress, achievement and retention.
- Supporting staff performance, development and standards of teaching, learning and assessment.
- Monitoring curriculum performance and contributing to improvement planning.
- Managing day-to-day operational issues within the area.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
- Occupational background in the cleaning industries
- Experience of curriculum leadership or team management
- Strong understanding of quality assurance and improvement in further education
- Confident managing performance and driving improved learner outcomes
- Able to step into a leadership role and make an immediate impact
Desirable (but not essential):
- A recognised teaching qualification
- Previous experience as a Head of Department, Curriculum Manager or Programme Manager
If you're ready to lead a curriculum area and shape the next generation of cleaning industries professionals, we'd love to hear from you.
Head of Cleaning Industries (Temporary) employer: Dovetail & Slate
Dovetail and Slate is an exceptional employer for those passionate about shaping the future of skilled trades. With a strong commitment to employee development, we offer ongoing training, a supportive work culture, and generous benefits including a robust pension scheme and wellbeing initiatives. Join us in a collaborative environment where your expertise in Fabrication and Welding can truly make a difference in the lives of apprentices.
