Head of Department- Construction

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Your Role

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

Lakes College is a technical vocational Further Education College delivering education and training to full-time and part-time learners and apprentices to degree level. We have a vibrant campus in West Cumbria with state of the art vocational workshops and resources, including the National College for Nuclear Northern Hub.

Our mission and purpose are to:

' Enable people to recognise and develop their potential' .

We are a people business and our mission applies as equally to our staff team as to our learners and employers'. We are a Good college and have ambition to be Outstanding by together developing our culture, standards and expectations. We encourage innovation, collaboration and reflection to lead to new ideas and methods. We gather, evaluate and use data to drive operational improvement.

ABOUT THE ROLE

Lakes College is home to a multi-million-pound Construction Skills Centre, equipped with state-of-the-art industry-standard trade workshops that provide our learners with practical, hands-on training in real-world environments. The college recently opened a Green Energy and Skills Centre, placing us at the forefront of delivering training in sustainable technologies and supporting the region's transition to a low-carbon future. These exceptional facilities ensure our staff and students work in an environment that reflects the very best of modern industry practice.

Not only do we have access to fantastic career opportunities but are located in one of the leading National Parks and World Heritage site. The college is well placed to access the beautiful countryside of the Lake District and the salty seascapes of Britain's Energy Coast. In addition to the beauty of the area there is a rich heritage to discover, and a growing reputation for fine food, hospitality and leisure.

Are you an inspirational leader with a passion for education? Lakes College is seeking a dynamic Head of Department for the Construction Department.

In this role, you will ensure that our learners are well-equipped to meet the needs of local employers and that they emerge as confident, skilled professionals ready to make a difference in their fields. You will have high expectations of those around you and will drive continuous improvement and compliance that leads to learners gaining exceptional qualifications, skills and personal progression outcomes.

Working closely with the Assistant Principal and the Directorate middle leader team, this is an operational leadership post that must deliver a high performing curriculum team, with our learners' needs and those of our external employer partners placed at the heart of each decision made. Your exceptional leadership and management skills will enable you to secure positive outcomes for learners and your team.

We are seeking someone with management potential irrespective of discipline/curriculum area and would welcome applicants who have a curriculum background with experience of curriculum planning, timetabling and supporting staff with evidence-based teaching practices.

The sector delivers a wide variety of programmes including T levels, Study Programmes, Apprenticeships, adult courses, and project / commercial courses. If you are ready to take on this exciting challenge to shape the future workforce of West Cumbria and drive excellence in education, we would love to hear from you!

For an informal chat please contact Gary Martin- Assistant Principal garym@lcwc.ac.uk

**If sufficient response is received this post could be closed earlier than the specified closing date, please apply as soon as possible to ensure that your application is considered. **

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU!

• Generous annual leave - 40 days plus 8 days bank holiday plus 2 discretionary days

• Automatic entry into the Teachers pensions Scheme.

• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.

• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching.

• Free onsite parking.

• Subsidised onsite restaurant.

• A cycle scheme tech scheme and discounted gym membership.

• Fantastic facilities to resource our ability to teach our students.

Application Requirements

To ensure compliance with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must complete the application form in full. This includes providing:

• A full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.
• Information on all relevant education and qualifications.

Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Your co-operation helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and care for children and young people.

Qualifications

Minimum Level 2 literacy & numeracy qualifications & be willing to update skills essential

Level 3 or equivalent vocational professional qualification essential

Hold a recognised teaching qualification essential

Hold or be willing to work towards a Leadership/Management related qualification essential

Relevant Professional Membership desirable

Accredited higher level management qualification e.g. ILM, CMI is desirable. desirable

Skills

Experience

Experience in post 16 education / training including curriculum design, delivery, assessment and evaluation essential

Demonstrable in-depth knowledge of subject area essential

Recent relevant teaching experience with good or outstanding observation grades essential

Demonstrate a student-centred approach to teaching and learning essential

Recent and relevant industry experience in sector essential

Knowledge of and proven ability to deliver the curriculum successfully essential

Involvement in implement and monitoring of college policy essential

Experience of course management essential

Management of staff & projects

Experience of FE funding systems