DEPUTY HEAD OF SCHOOL – APPRENTICESHIPS Permanent - Full-time - 36 hour per week Salary- £42,126.00 per annum At St Helens & Knowsley College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors. Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you'll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others. In the role of Deputy Head of School for Apprenticeships, you will be predominantly based at our STEM campus. However, this is a multi-site role and travel between sites is expected. This role comes with annual teaching hours of 648 or an Assessor caseload equivalent to those hours. It is expected that the successful candidate will teach or assess on Apprenticeship programmes to young people and adults. The successful candidate must have: A recognised teaching and/or assessor qualification Teaching and/or assessment experience within the FE or Secondary School Sector Experience of leadership and/or staff management Evidence of supporting a team to achieve results A proven record of demonstrating excellence in teaching. Learning and assessment Key Responsibilities: Leadership and Management: Support the Head of Apprenticeship Programs in the strategic planning and day-to-day management of the department. Lead on specific projects or initiatives as required. Teaching and Curriculum Development: Contribute to teaching and learning and assessment activities, and lead on the development and review of the curriculum in line with industry trends and academic standards. Quality Assurance: Oversee the implementation of quality assurance processes, including course evaluations, staff appraisals, and accreditation requirements. Staff Development and Management: Assist in managing academic and support staff, including recruitment, development, and performance management. Student Experience: Ensure a high-quality learning experience for students, addressing any issues related to student satisfaction, progression, and achievement. Resource Management: Oversee the allocation and utilization of departmental resources, including budget management and infrastructure development. Stakeholder Engagement: Foster relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employers, professional bodies, and academic partners. Qualifications: A recognised teaching and/or assessment qualification or equivalent experience. A Management qualification or a related field. Experience: Proven track record of teaching or assessing apprenticeship programmes. Experience in leadership and staff management. Skills and Attributes: Strong leadership and organisational skills. Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Commitment to enhancing the student learning experience. Proficiency in data analysis and decision-making based on best practices. What can we offer you? Positive and enjoyable working environment Working 36 hours per week Generous holiday entitlement 42 plus Bank Holidays (pro-rated) Contributory pension scheme with an excellent employer contribution Death in Service benefits Free on-site parking Discounted Starbucks and all other catering outlets on sites Employee Assistance Programme Discount Scheme Well-being events and access to a well-being portal CPD Opportunities for career development within the team and wider college We reserve the right to close this vacancy when we are in receipt of sufficient applications. Should you wish to apply for this post you are advised to complete and submit your application form as soon as possible. St Helens College and Knowsley Community College is committed to Equality and Diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. This role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Therefore, we cannot progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK. Please note we do not accept CVs from recruitment agencies. Any speculative CVs sent to the College will NOT be considered.