Head of Campus, Manchester. (Further Education)
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Head of Campus, Manchester. (Further Education)
Join to apply for the Head of Campus, Manchester. (Further Education) role at Access Creative College
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Base pay range
Contract Type: Permanent/Full Time
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Reporting to: Executive Head of Operations
Location: Manchester (On-Site)
Salary: £50,000 to £55,000
Access Creative College
Are you a strategic leader with a passion for education and the creative industries? Do you thrive in fast-paced, high-impact environments where innovation, performance, and student success go hand in hand? If so, we’d love to hear from you.
We’re looking for a dynamic and experienced Head of Campus to lead our Manchester Campus. This is a senior leadership role offering the opportunity to shape strategy, drive innovation, and ensure an outstanding experience for students and staff alike.
You’ll be responsible for the campus’s overall success: operationally, academically, financially, and culturally. You’ll work closely with ACC’s central leadership to ensure Manchester remains a benchmark of excellence within our network of campuses.
About Us
Access Education Group is the UK’s largest independent training provider for 16-18s in the creative industries, which boasts 32 campuses nationwide with over 5,000 students & apprentices across Access Creative College, dBs Institute (Higher Education) & Access Sport.
Backed by private equity and growing fast, we deliver Further Education, Higher Education, and Apprenticeships to over 5,000 learners annually. From Esports to Music, Games to Health & Fitness—we’re empowering the next generation of creators and innovators.
What do we offer?
* Generous Holiday Allocation
* Wellbeing Benefits: Health Cash Plan, Doctorline GP Service, Employee Assistance Programme, Access to Counselling and Cycle to Work
* Staff Discounts & Benefits: access to Accolade, our benefits platform, which offers discounts at over 800 retailers!
* Paid Leave: Enhanced Maternity, Paternity and Sick pay.
What You’ll Do
* Provide strategic and operational leadership across all aspects of campus delivery
* Drive performance and continuous improvement in teaching, recruitment, and student experience
* Lead and develop a diverse team, fostering a collaborative, high-performing culture
* Build strategic relationships with local communities, industry partners, and cultural organisations
* Ensure strong financial oversight and efficient resource management
* Promote a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment aligned with ACC’s values
* Represent ACC publicly and professionally, advocating for the campus and the wider organisation
What You Bring
We’re seeking a credible and inspiring leader with:
* Proven experience in a senior leadership role in Further Education or a similar setting
* Strong operational and financial management skills
* The ability to develop people and drive high-performance cultures
* Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
* A strategic, forward-thinking mindset and a passion for education and youth development
A background in creative education or commercial education delivery is highly desirable. A degree or equivalent professional experience is required.
Why Join Us?
At ACC, you’ll join a bold and growing organisation at the heart of the UK’s creative training sector. You’ll have real autonomy to shape the future of our Manchester campus, with support from a national network of education and industry professionals who share your drive for excellence.
A full job description and person specification is available for download alongside our full benefits booklet.
Access Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and adults, and we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The post is subject to enhanced Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance
We are committed to promoting a culture of diversity and inclusivity for all our employees and potential employees. Diversity and open expression are fundamental to creativity. We believe in the diversity of thought, as that's what helps
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
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Full-time
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Education and Training
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Primary and Secondary Education
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