Preston College is recruiting a Director of School for Construction and the Built Environment, a member of the College Management Team reporting to the Vice Principal (Curriculum Delivery & Planning). The post gives strategic leadership of the construction curriculum, covering staff, student outcomes, employer partnerships and growth across full-time, apprenticeship, adult and commercial provision. It comes with £3.6 million of government investment to modernise the School's learning environments. Fit depends on sector knowledge, experience of leading high-performing teams and commercial awareness.
What the job involves
- Provide strategic and inspirational leadership across construction and the built environment
- Lead, motivate and develop teaching and support staff
- Drive student achievement, progression and destination outcomes
- Shape a future-focused curriculum aligned to local, regional and national skills priorities
- Strengthen partnerships with employers, contractors and industry stakeholders
- Identify and deliver growth across full-time, apprenticeship, adult and commercial provision
- Champion innovation, sustainability and emerging technologies in construction education
- Foster a culture of high expectations, continuous improvement and excellence
- Contribute to strategic decision-making and whole-college planning and performance
- Keep provision responsive to regional priorities and employer demand
- Equip learners for employment, higher-level study and apprenticeships
What's required
Skills & knowledge
- Strong understanding of the construction and built environment sector, including its opportunities and challenges
- Strategic vision combined with commercial awareness and a focus on sustainable growth
- Leads and develops high-performing teams
- Builds strong, productive relationships with employers, stakeholders and external partners
Other
- Passion for technical education and its impact on individuals, communities and employers
- Commitment to outstanding outcomes for learners and raising aspirations
- Wants to contribute to the future success of the College and the Lancashire economy
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Contact Details:
The Methodist Church in Britain Recruitment Team
