Head Of Department - Construction & Apprenticeships

Head of Department - Construction & Apprenticeships

Are you a skilled construction professional and experienced educator ready to take the next step into leadership? Do you have the vision and drive to shape high-quality education and training provision?

Salt College is seeking an ambitious and passionate Head of Department - Construction & Apprenticeships to lead and develop our growing department, ensuring outstanding outcomes for learners, apprentices and employers.

The Role

As Head of Department, you will play a key leadership role in driving excellence across both our Study Programmes and Apprenticeship provision.

• Lead, manage and develop the Construction & Apprenticeships department, including the line management of Apprenticeship Assessors, Trainers, Lecturers and Curriculum Staff.
• Design, implement and continually improve the construction curriculum for learners aged 16+, ensuring programmes meet industry standards, awarding body requirements and employer needs.
• Oversee the quality of apprenticeship delivery, including workplace reviews, teaching, learning and assessment, and continuous quality improvement.
• Support apprentices, adult learners, school leavers and learners with SEND and EHCPs, promoting an inclusive and positive learning environment.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers, industry partners and key stakeholders to enhance learner opportunities and outcomes.
• Monitor departmental performance, learner achievement, quality assurance and compliance, driving continuous improvement across all provision.

What We Are Looking For

• A recognised construction qualification (minimum Level 2) in a trade such as Bricklaying, Carpentry, Plumbing or Electrical.
• A recognised teaching qualification (DET, DTLLS or QTLS).
• An Assessor and Verifier qualification, or willingness to work towards these.
• Significant construction industry experience, with experience delivering or managing construction training or apprenticeships.
• A strong understanding of apprenticeship standards, workplace assessment, curriculum development and quality improvement.
• Experience leading or managing a team, with the ability to motivate, develop and support staff.
• Experience supporting learners with SEND, including Autism, ADHD and other additional needs.
• A passion for education, leadership and helping learners achieve their full potential.

Why Join Salt College?

• A supportive and forward-thinking team based in Herne Bay.
• Modern, industry-standard training facilities.
• The opportunity to shape and lead a growing department.
• A strong commitment to professional development and career progression.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits

• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Sick pay

Preferred Experience

• Further Education teaching: 3 years
• Apprenticeship training and delivery: 2 years
• Teaching and supporting learners with SEND: 3 years

Preferred Qualifications

• DET, DTLLS or QTLS
• Assessor qualification
• Verifier qualification

Work Location: In person

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