About the roleWe are seeking a dynamic and highly knowledgeable individual to be the Director of Adult Skills, Partnership and HE. Key Responsibilities will include: Working with internal and external stakeholders to develop and implement the strategic vision for adult skills provision, Partnerships, and Higher Education programmes at SCC Group. You will work with colleagues to develop an inclusive and ambition curriculum offer that will meet the needs of Salford and Greater Manchester residents. You will also support managers to ensure that learners receive the best possible learning experience with a focus on high quality learning experiences leading to excellent levels of attendance, retention, achievement and destinations. You will foster strong relationships with employers, community organizations, universities, and other key partners to expand collaborative opportunities, whilst at the same time ensuring compliance with funding, regulatory, and quality assurance requirements. You will have a proven leadership experience within adult education, skills development, and Higher Education sectors, a strong track record in partnership development and stakeholder management, excellent strategic planning, communication, and influencing skills. You will have a deep understanding of funding mechanisms, regulatory frameworks, and quality standards in education and will Passionate about lifelong learning and social inclusion. REASONS TO JOIN US We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College's Association style terms and conditions) including 13 weeks holiday (195 days in College). We have a 2. 30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including 2 Staff Wellbeing days per year. We offer automatic enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme with 28. 68% employer pension contribution. Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with. We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working. We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff as part of our Be Outstanding Development programme. We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure. Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff. Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness. 91% of staff are proud to work at the College HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button which will take you to the College Recruitment page. If this is your first application, you will need to complete the Registration form. If returning please login to access your profile. Once you have created an account / profile or logged in you will see a list of jobs with another 'Apply' button. Click the 'Apply' button to open a form allowing you to add a personal statement for the select Job role. Click Submit and your application will be [... Click Apply... ]MITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.