Job post: Assistant Principal — Curriculum Skills

A place to inspire

In a leadership role here at Nottingham College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. We are Nottingham’s College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here you will be at the forefront of curriculum development and innovation, ensuring our learners are equipped with the skills, behaviours and experiences to achieve at college and thrive in life. Here you will have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career, whilst leading in a large and vibrant college that puts its learners at the heart of everything it does.

Who we need

We are seeking an innovative and dynamic Assistant Principal – Curriculum Skills to join our leadership team. This pivotal role is responsible for ensuring that our college meets the skills needs of employers and the local, regional, and national economy, equipping our learners and apprentices with the skills they need for future employment.

Key Responsibilities:

· Strategic Leadership: Shape and implement the college’s Skills Strategy, ensuring we are positioned to deliver an outstanding curriculum offer that meets the needs of the modern workforce.

· Curriculum Development: Lead the design and management of innovative and flexible skills programs, ensuring that our offer remains relevant and high-quality.

· Quality Assurance: Act as the Ofsted Nominee for Skills, ensuring the highest standards in curriculum delivery and learner outcomes.

· Team Leadership: Build and develop a high-performance team committed to continuous improvement, innovation and excellence.

What you’ll bring

The successful candidate will:

· Demonstrate proven success in managing curriculum teams and developing education strategies.

· A strong understanding of Apprenticeships, Bids, and subcontracting opportunities.

· Have experience in curriculum design and quality improvement, aligned to stakeholder needs.

· Have the ability to lead high-performing teams and deliver innovative solutions.

· Possess excellent communication, problem-solving, and data analysis skills.

· Be a strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into action.

· Be inclusive and respectful towards colleagues and students.

· Have a strong commitment to continuous professional development and safeguarding.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of education and skills training at our college. If you are passionate about curriculum innovation and have the skills to lead our efforts in meeting the needs of today’s learners and tomorrow’s workforce, we would love to hear from you.

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Ruth Perry (Vice Principal Innovation and Improvement) Ruth.Perry@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

Interviews / Assessments are planned for: 11 and 14 October 2024

A place to belong

Join a diverse, vibrant community of over 1,300 staff and feel welcome from day one. Whether it’s enjoying a cuppa and a chat at our Wellness Cafes, collaborating with your colleagues or making the most of the facilities on our campuses, this is a place you can feel involved, connected and supported. With an attractive benefits package including 39 days annual leave, flexible working opportunities, a generous pension scheme and perks package, this is a place where you will feel valued. Here you can access a wide range of career development and leadership and management training opportunities. It’s a place where you can grow and develop, where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference.

Be a part of a dynamic and diverse team that thrives on innovation, creativity, and outstanding outcomes. Our aim is for our workforce to mirror the rich diversity of the individuals and communities we serve, creating an environment where a range of experiences, skills, and viewpoints are valued. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

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If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here. Visit nottinghamcollege.ac.uk/workwithus to apply.