Deputy Chief Executive & Chief Learning Officer (CLO)
We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Chief Executive & Chief Learning Officer (CLO) to join our Executive Leadership Team. This is a rare opportunity to influence the future of further education, driving innovation, excellence and outstanding learner outcomes across our Group.
As our Chief Learning Officer, you will lead the strategic direction of curriculum, teaching and learning, ensuring our educational provision is ambitious, inclusive and responsive to the needs of learners, employers and our communities. Working alongside the CEO and Board, you will play a pivotal role in shaping organisational strategy while championing educational excellence across multiple college sites.
Opportunity
This is far more than a curriculum leadership role. It is an opportunity to leave a lasting legacy by:
- Leading a high‑performing curriculum and learning strategy across the Group.
- Driving educational innovation in response to post‑16 reform, T Levels and emerging skills priorities.
- Creating an outstanding learner experience that delivers exceptional achievement, progression and life‑changing outcomes.
- Developing and inspiring senior curriculum leaders to achieve excellence.
- Leading organisational readiness for Ofsted and ensuring outstanding educational quality.
- Building strong partnerships with employers, stakeholders and regional skills leaders.
We're Looking For
You Will Be An Accomplished Senior Leader With
- Significant executive leadership experience within Further Education or a comparable educational environment.
- A proven track record of improving learner outcomes and leading curriculum excellence.
- Experience of successfully leading through Ofsted inspection.
- Deep expertise in curriculum design, teaching, learning and educational quality.
- The ability to inspire, influence and develop high‑performing teams.
- Strategic vision combined with the drive to deliver measurable impact.
Most importantly, you'll be a collaborative, values‑driven leader who believes education changes lives and who is passionate about creating opportunities for every learner to succeed.
Why Join Us?
You’ll be joining an ambitious organisation with a clear vision for the future of education. We are committed to innovation, inclusion and excellence, providing an environment where talented leaders can make a genuine difference.
In Return, You’ll Have The Opportunity To
- Influence strategic decisions at Executive level.
- Lead transformational change across a growing educational group.
- Work alongside talented and passionate colleagues.
- Shape the future workforce by delivering education that meets the needs of learners, employers and communities.
- Leave a lasting legacy through exceptional educational leadership.
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you are an inspirational educational leader with the ambition to transform learning and shape the future of further education, we'd love to hear from you.
Join us and help create outstanding education that changes lives, strengthens communities and develops the workforce of tomorrow.
Deputy Chief Executive & Chief Learning Officer in Southend-on-Sea employer: onlyFE
onlyFE is an excellent employer that values its staff and fosters a supportive work culture, particularly for those in the Education Cleaning Specialist role at our Poole campus. We offer competitive benefits, opportunities for professional growth, and a commitment to maintaining a safe and clean environment for both students and staff, making it a rewarding place to work.
