Head of Faculty – Inclusion Independence; North Devon College

Head of Faculty – Inclusion, Work & Independence (North Devon College) Exeter College
• Exeter, Devon

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Exceptional leader? Passionate about transforming students’ lives through education?

We’re looking for a dynamic, inspirational and student-centred leader who’ll champion outstanding outcomes for our learners aged between 16‑19 with high needs. You’ll thrive on driving positive change, leading with purpose, and building a culture where high aspiration and individuality sit at the heart of every decision.

• Lead a forward‑thinking SEND faculty with compassion, high expectations and strategic clarity
• Ensure our bespoke curriculum is innovative, inclusive and future‑focused
• Empower staff through coaching, collaboration and clear vision
• Drive quality, progression and high‑impact outcomes for all learners
• Champion safeguarding, equality, and inclusion across every aspect of the faculty
• Play a key role on the College Management Team—helping to influence college‑wide strategy during an exciting period of growth and transformation

We’re searching for someone who believes passionately that learners with SEND deserve every opportunity to achieve their goals.

• Strong leadership experience in a good or outstanding curriculum area
• A track record of improving outcomes for learners
• Deep commitment to inclusive education and closing attainment gaps
• The confidence to innovate, and the courage to challenge the status quo
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to inspire staff, students and partners
• A growth mindset and a relentless focus on student experience and progression

If you are driven by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help shape a newly expanded college community, we want to meet you.

Our merger with Exeter College has opened up new pathways, resources and opportunities. We also offer enhanced annual leave entitlement and an extra 29% of salary paid into your pension.

Apply now!

The closing date is midnight Sunday 15th March 2026.

Interviews will be held in Barnstaple. Date TBC.

No CVs or agencies please.

Everyone’s welcome to apply for a role here, regardless of personal characteristics, including race, age, gender, religion, ability, disability, or sexuality.

We’re totally committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students, and we expect you to be too. We follow safer recruitment statutory guidance (Keeping Children Safe in Education). If you’re successful, you’ll be required to complete thorough pre‑employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. All posts at Exeter College are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

The amendments to the ROA 1974 (Exceptions Order 1975, (amended 2013 and 2020)) mean that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected’, so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. The MOJ’s guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications, related exceptions and further information.