We are looking for a Head of Department to join our Health, Education and Social Science team. This is a 35 hours per week, full-time, permanent role offering a salary of £47,469 to £55,001 per annum. Why Join Us? At Wirral Metropolitan College our purpose is to provide inclusive, highest - quality education and training opportunities to meet the aspirations of students and the need of the local community. To achieve our purpose, we live our values; We are Ambitious, We are Resilient, We are Inclusive, We are Empowering, We are Accountable. Job Purpose/Key Responsibilities:
- To effectively lead high-quality teaching learning and assessment based on best practice pedagogical approaches for all types of provision
- To lead and manage the Health, Education and Social Science curriculum achieving annual targets for;
- Quality of Education - achievement and progression rates
- Finances - learner numbers and income
- Expenditure- staff utilisation, staff planning and non-staff costs; and
- To ensure all quality assurance and improvement procedures and systems are effectively implemented within the area of responsibility.
- Monitoring the effectiveness of the learner journey including induction, communication channels, teaching, and IAG provision.
- Agreeing and implementing targets for recruitment, retention and success of students.
- To work collaboratively with all college Heads of Department to ensure the continued improvement of student experience.
Hold or commit to achieving a formal management qualification within three years. - Level 2 English and Maths
- Recognised Teaching qualification
- Strong leadership experience in the field of education
- Significant successful experience in working with young people and adult learners.
- Strong specialist knowledge of the Health Science, Social Care and Early Years sectors, including current professional expectations, workforce requirements and progression opportunities.
Outstanding facilities in state of-the-art environments - Enhanced annual leave entitlement
- Enhanced family friendly policies and leave
- DBS checks completed and paid for by the employer
- Company is committed to CPD
- Flexible approach to work
- Excellent employer contribution rates into a teacher's pension scheme
- Access to free car parking (subject to availability)
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Head of Health, Education & Social Science in Birkenhead employer: Wirral Metropolitan College
Wirral Metropolitan College is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering an inclusive and empowering work environment. With a strong commitment to professional development, enhanced family-friendly policies, and state-of-the-art facilities, employees are supported in their roles as they help students achieve their learning goals. The college's values of ambition, resilience, and accountability create a vibrant culture that encourages growth and collaboration within the community.
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Wirral Metropolitan College Recruitment Team
