Shape the future of digital education at Inspire Education Group
Inspire Education Group (IEG) is entering an exciting phase of digital transformation, and we are looking for a visionary and collaborative Group Head of Digital to help lead the way.
This is a new and influential role with responsibility for driving digital innovation across the Group strengthening digital literacy, enhancing digital pedagogy, and embedding new and emerging technologies across teaching, learning and professional services.
The role is full time (37 hours per week) on a permanent basis, with a hybrid working approach after probation.
If you are passionate about the power of digital, data and AI to improve outcomes and experiences, and you thrive on leading change, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.
About the role
As Group Head of Digital, you will turn IEGs IT and Digital Enhancement Strategy into reality. You will lead on digital capability development, oversee the evolution of our Virtual Learning Environment, and champion innovative approaches that improve both staff and student experience.
Working closely with academic, professional services and senior leaders, you will help shape our digital campus for the next decade and beyond, ensuring our systems, skills and culture remain modern, accessible and future-focused.
Key areas of focus
Leading digital innovation in teaching, learning and assessment
Developing staff digital literacy and confidence through training and CPD
Embedding emerging technologies such as AI and immersive tools
Overseeing digital platforms, systems and supplier relationships
Translating strategic ambitions into practical, high-impact projects
Building a culture of digital curiosity, change and continuous improvement
What were looking for
You will bring strong leadership experience, a deep understanding of digital and educational technologies, and the ability to inspire others through change. Youll be confident working across departments, balancing strategy with delivery, and communicating complex ideas in an accessible way.
Experience of digital transformation, team leadership and working within education or a similarly complex organisation will be important, alongside a commitment to inclusion, accessibility and value for money.
Why join IEG?
A key leadership role shaping digital strategy across the Group
Real opportunity to innovate, influence and leave a legacy
30 days annual leave plus bank holidays and discretionary days
Attractive pension scheme
A values-led organisation committed to inclusion, safeguarding and wellbeing
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.
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