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Deputy Head of Department - A Levels & Creative (Arts & Humanities)
Recruiter: Bridgwater & Taunton College
Location: Strode College, Church Road, Street, Somerset, BA16 0AB
Salary: £44,885 - £49,208 per annum *Plus 28.7% Employer pension Contribution
Posted: 21 Jul 2025 14:30
Closes: 19 Aug 2025 23:59
Reference: REQ3404
Sector: Further Education
Job Level: Head of
Specialism: Arts / Crafts / Design
Contract Type: Permanent
Hours: Full Time
Organisational Type: General Further Education College
Teacher Training: Not Offered
About the Role
This is an exciting time to join UCS College Group, which combines four colleges to provide exceptional learning opportunities across Somerset. The Deputy Head of Department will play a key role in designing and delivering outstanding provision, leading curriculum teams, and coordinating operational delivery. The position is based at Strode College, focusing on A Levels and Creative Arts & Humanities, with responsibilities including leading and managing a range of A Level and vocational art provision, overseeing daily operations, and supporting the achievement of departmental KPIs and growth strategies.
Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate will be an excellent classroom practitioner, capable of developing teaching and learning initiatives, with strong communication and people management skills. They should be proactive, dynamic, and experienced in leading teams to high standards, motivated to improve outcomes, and able to work collaboratively across departments.
Benefits
* Generous pension scheme
* Competitive holiday entitlement
* Dedicated CPD days
* 2 wellbeing days
* Two-week Christmas closure
* On-site discounted gym
* Free parking
* Retail and entertainment discounts
Equality and Diversity
UCS College Group is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are a disability confident employer. Please inform us if you require reasonable adjustments during the application process.
Additional Information
Bridgwater & Taunton College plans to merge with Strode College in August 2025 to form UCS College Group. Applicants starting after 31 July 2025 will be employed under the new organization.
Note: We reserve the right to close the application earlier if sufficient interest is received.
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