Head of Department - Construction

Head of Department
Construction
Salary: £62,793 per annum
Contract Type:
Permanent Full time 37 hours per week

Reference: REC
2376 | Closing Date:
Sunday, 22nd March 2026

As our Head of Department for Construction, you'll lead and inspire a talented team of lecturers, curriculum managers and support staff across a wide-ranging and ambitious curriculum. From traditional trades to specialist clean energy courses, you'll be responsible for ensuring that every learner benefits from outstanding teaching, learning and assessment - whether they're studying in Further Education, Higher Education, or as an adult learner or apprentice.

You'll play a key role in shaping a future-facing department, with a strong focus on Clean Energy and emerging technologies, and your work will contribute directly to the development of a skilled workforce for South Yorkshire and beyond.

You'll take full ownership of the strategic and day-to-day management of the Construction department, driving forward improvements and leading with purpose and vision. You'll set and deliver on stretching quality, curriculum and financial targets, ensuring your team is always working towards excellence. Your leadership style will be collaborative and empowering - you'll coach and support your staff to be the very best they can be, promoting a culture of high performance, innovation, and continuous professional development.

Curriculum development will also be at the heart of your role. You'll oversee the design and delivery of engaging and industry-relevant programmes from Entry Level to Higher Education. You'll ensure that provision is not only aligned to local labour market needs but also responds to national education policy and technical education reforms. You'll be expected to lead on cross-college projects and contribute to key strategic initiatives, playing an active role in shaping the college's wider direction.

Alongside academic leadership, you'll take responsibility for managing budgets, staffing, and resources effectively. You'll work with awarding bodies, industry partners and employers to ensure the department maintains high standards, meets compliance requirements and creates excellent opportunities for students to gain real-world experience. From forging strong employer partnerships to supporting recruitment and retention strategies, you'll work to grow and sustain the department's success.

This role offers you the chance to make a real difference. You'll be part of our passionate leadership team, working collaboratively to raise aspirations and drive positive outcomes for our learners.

We're looking for a driven and strategic leader who's passionate about technical education and has the vision to take our Construction department to the next level. You'll need to bring a strong track record of leadership within an educational or industry-based setting, with the ability to inspire teams, lead change and deliver excellent outcomes for learners.

You’ll be confident in shaping curriculum that meets both learner needs and industry demand, and you’ll be comfortable working across Further Education, Adult Learning, Higher Education and Apprenticeships.

To excel in this role, you need to be a confident decision-maker who’s equally comfortable operating at a strategic level and getting involved in the day-to-day running of the department. You’ll be data-savvy, financially astute and focused on continuous improvement. Your leadership style should be inclusive and empowering – someone who supports and develops others, builds trust, and fosters a collaborative team culture.

Ideally, you’ll bring experience of working with external partners, including employers and industry bodies, and you’ll know how to develop those relationships to enrich the learner experience and enhance employability. You’ll be comfortable navigating inspection frameworks and quality processes, and you’ll understand the importance of safeguarding, inclusivity and learner wellbeing.

Above all, we’re looking for someone who’s ambitious for their department, staff and our learners. You’ll also be forward-thinking, committed to excellence, and excited to…