About the role:
Job Advert: LLSPN Director
Please note we don't have a fixed closing date but instead will close the role when we have sufficient applicants to interview so apply soon to not miss out!
Secondments from existing employers and applications from consultants/contractors are welcome.
Location: Local London area (with travel across boroughs and occasional national representation)
Start Date: 1 April 2026
Line Manager: Chair or Deputy Chair of the LLSPN
Are you ready to lead one of the most dynamic and impactful skills partnerships in London?
The Local London Skills Provider Network (LLSPN) is seeking an experienced and visionary Director to lead its next phase of development. Following the successful delivery of a £6.5 million Local Skills Improvement Fund (LSIF) programme, the LLSPN is poised to play a central role in shaping the future of skills provision across the Local London area.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a pioneering collaboration of further and adult education providers across nine boroughs: Barking & Dagenham, Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, Havering, Newham, Enfield, Redbridge, and Waltham Forest.
About the Role
As Project Director, you will:
- Lead strategic collaboration across LLSPN partners to attract new investment and enhance provision.
- Shape and support the next Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP).
- Represent the network at regional and national levels.
- Secure funding, manage projects, and promote the LLSPNs achievements.
- Drive innovation in digital, green, and industry-led skills provision.
- Monitor impact through key performance indicators and ensure sustainability of the network.
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About You
Were looking for someone with:
- A strong track record in leading multi-stakeholder projects.
- Experience in securing and managing external funding.
- Deep understanding of the UK post-16 education and skills landscape.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.
- A collaborative, proactive, and resilient approach.
Secondments from existing employers and applications from consultants/contractors are welcome.
About The Company
The College
London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs.
Committed to transforming lives through the power of learning, the College plays a vital role in promoting social mobility, creating opportunities for learners of all backgrounds to achieve their potential. With state-of-the-art facilities and strong partnerships with employers and universities, the college equips students with the skills, confidence and opportunities needed for success in their careers and their lives.
As part of London & South East Education Group, the College is also the sponsor of London South East Academies Trust. This growing and successful Multi-Academy Trust currently has a network of 13 mainstream, special and alternative provision schools across Bromley, Bexley, Surrey and Lambeth.
The Group has also recently launched a charity the LASER Education Foundation. This organisation supports disadvantaged children and their families across the region, through a wide range of programmes and initiatives.
With a combined turnover of c£100m, the Group has ambitious growth plans. There has never been a better time to join this exciting organisation and really make a different to peoples lives.