At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and improve English and maths provision at Wirral Met College during a key academic period.
- Company: Wirral Met College, committed to rapid improvement in education.
- Benefits: Competitive pay, flexible contract options, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Immediate start available for those ready to make a quick impact.
- Why this job: Join a dynamic team and drive impactful change in students' learning outcomes.
- Qualifications: Proven leadership experience in Further Education and strong track record in English and maths.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Now Education are working in partnership with Wirral Met College who are seeking an experienced and dynamic Interim Head of English & Maths to lead and drive rapid improvement across English and maths provision during a key period of the academic year. This is an excellent opportunity for a highly experienced FE leader who can quickly establish credibility, lead at pace, and deliver measurable impact across GCSE and Functional Skills provision.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide strategic and operational leadership for English and maths provision across the college.
- Lead curriculum teams to improve student achievement, attendance, retention, and progress outcomes.
- Drive rapid quality improvement initiatives within a short-term interim appointment.
- Use performance data effectively to identify risks and implement targeted interventions.
- Oversee curriculum planning, staffing, timetabling, and resource allocation.
- Lead quality assurance activities including lesson observations, learning walks, standardisation, and self-assessment.
- Support and develop staff performance through coaching and professional development.
- Work collaboratively with senior leaders and stakeholders to ensure high-quality learner outcomes.
Essential Criteria
- Proven senior leadership experience within Further Education (FE), ideally as: Head of Department, Curriculum Manager, Director of English & Maths or similar FE leadership role.
- Strong track record of leading English and/or maths provision across GCSE and Functional Skills programmes.
- Demonstrable success in improving student achievement, retention, attendance, and progress.
- Experience managing large curriculum teams.
- Proven ability to drive rapid improvement within tight timescales.
- Extensive knowledge of FE funding, curriculum, and accountability frameworks relating to English and maths.
- Strong experience using data to monitor performance and implement targeted interventions.
- Successful experience leading quality assurance and quality improvement activities.
- Experience in curriculum planning, timetabling, staffing, and budget/resource management.
- Experience managing staff performance and supporting teacher development.
- Proven strategies to improve learner engagement and attendance.
- Ability to establish credibility quickly in an interim capacity.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to prioritise competing demands and deliver measurable impact quickly.
- Familiarity with awarding bodies including OCR and Eduqas.
- Relevant teaching qualification and degree in English, Maths, Education, or related discipline.
- Leadership qualification desirable.
Additional Information
Wirral Met College is open to considering candidates on either: Agency/interim daily rate basis, or Fixed-term contract arrangement. If you are an experienced FE leader available for an immediate interim assignment and able to make a rapid impact, we would love to hear from you.
Interim Head of English & Maths - Rapid FE Turnaround employer: Now Education
Wirral Met College is an exceptional employer that prioritises the professional growth of its staff while fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture. As an Interim Head of English & Maths, you will have the unique opportunity to lead transformative initiatives that directly impact student success, all within a supportive environment that values your expertise and encourages rapid improvement. With a commitment to high-quality education and a focus on meaningful outcomes, this role offers a rewarding chance to make a significant difference in the lives of learners in the Wirral area.
