Head of Building Technologies

Head of Building Technologies

(Plumbing, Construction & Brickwork)

Hull | 37 hours per week | 52 weeks per year

£45,120 + £5,000 Market Weighting Supplement

42 days annual leave + bank holidays + Christmas closure

Lead the Future of Building Technologies at Hull College

Are you an inspirational leader with a passion for shaping the next generation of construction professionals? Hull College is looking for a dynamic Head of Building Technologies to lead our Plumbing, Construction and Brickwork provision and drive forward a culture of excellence, innovation and industry relevance.

As one of the region’s largest vocational institutions, Hull College is dedicated to creating careers, not courses. We work with ambition and purpose to ensure every learner gains the skills, confidence and experience they need to thrive—whether progressing into industry, higher education or an apprenticeship.

Now, we’re looking for a visionary curriculum leader to join us and help elevate our Building Technologies provision to the next level.

Why Join Hull College?

At Hull College, we’re committed to offering an exceptional working environment where staff feel valued, supported and empowered to make a difference. As our Head of Building Technologies , you’ll benefit from:

Competitive Rewards & Work–Life Balance

• 42 days annual leave plus bank holidays and additional Christmas closure days
• £5,000 market weighting supplement recognising expertise in high‑demand industries
• Generous pension scheme
• Flexible working opportunities, where appropriate

Professional Growth & Development

• Strong commitment to CPD, training and leadership development
• Opportunities to shape new curriculum provision and influence strategic direction
• Access to professional memberships, industry networks and specialist development

Wellbeing & Support

• Access to a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A supportive, collaborative leadership culture
• On‖site wellbeing, pastoral and inclusion support teams

Staff Benefits & Perks

• Free on‖site parking
• On‖site facilities including caféand restaurant
• Cycle-to-Work scheme
• Staff discounts via our internal benefits platform

Make a Real Impact

• Shape the future workforce of the construction and building technologies sector
• Lead passionate teams and contribute directly to improving local skills, careers and communities
• Be part of a college with a mission to create better futures for the people of Hull

The Role: What You’ll Be Leading

As Head of Building Technologies, you will:

• Provide day‑to‑day leadership, development and support for all staff within the department
• Shape and manage the curriculum offer, in collaboration with the Assistant Principal and other Institute Heads
• Ensure effective planning, resourcing and timetabling of all courses
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning and assessment—supporting staff through coaching and performance reviews
• Maintain and enhance the accuracy of curriculum information, data and reportingContribute to curriculum marketing, events and employer engagement
• Deliver an average of 3 hours of high‖quality teaching per week
• Represent the College at internal and external meetings, including occasional evenings/weekends
• Oversee departmental budgets and ensure effective financial management
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement, innovation and student success

What We’re Looking For

We’d love to hear from you if you have:

• A relevant teaching qualification and subject specialism
• Significant experience delivering excellent teaching and leading within Further Education
• Experience of leading cross‒departmental themes—student engagement, progress, assessment and IQA
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong data analysis skills to inform improvement
• Outstanding organisational and planning abilities
• A genuine commitment to professional development and collaborative leadership

Ready to Shape the Future of Construction Skills in Hull?

If you’re an effective leader with a passion for developing people, driving excellence and raising aspirations, we’d love to hear from you.

Hull College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to contribute to the delivery of their safeguarding strategy and values. In addition, these posts require the colleague to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Please note that this post is subject to regulated activity.

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