🌟 Join East Durham College as Director of Student Experience
📍 Location: Across College Centres ¦ 💼 Full Time (37 hrs/week) ¦ 💰 Salary: Management Spine up to £57,688
Are you a visionary leader with a passion for student wellbeing and success? Do you want to shape the future of student life in a dynamic and inclusive college environment? East Durham College is looking for a Director of Student Experience to lead on creating an exceptional student journey that empowers every learner to thrive—academically, socially, and personally.
👥 About the Role:
As Director of Student Experience, you will:
* Design and deliver a whole-college strategy for a vibrant, inclusive student experience.
* Lead safeguarding as the College’s Designated Safeguarding Lead, ensuring students’ safety and wellbeing.
* Oversee all aspects of student life including enrichment activities, personal development programmes, and student support services.
* Champion student voice by working closely with the student union and representatives.
* Manage and inspire teams responsible for student services, pastoral care, and advice and guidance.
* Use data-driven insights to improve engagement, retention, achievement, and wellbeing.
* Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to remove barriers to learning and ensure every student has the opportunity to succeed.
🔍 We’re Looking For Someone Who:
* Has a strong background in student services, safeguarding, or educational leadership.
* Is passionate about creating a positive, inclusive, and high-performing student culture.
* Has experience managing multidisciplinary teams and budgets.
* Is committed to safeguarding, equality and diversity, and promoting British values.
* Is a collaborative leader with the ability to influence at all levels.
🎓 Why East Durham College?
* Join a progressive, supportive institution committed to student success.
* Make a real impact on the lives of young people and adult learners.
* Enjoy access to professional development and a dynamic working environment.