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Weston College and University Centre Weston have announced plans for an exciting new Skills Academy in the Aerospace & Defence space, located at Airbus Filton, Bristol, and we are looking for a visionary leader to join our team as the Vice Principal - Aerospace Skills Academy.
If you have extensive experience in large-scale engineering environments, a thorough understanding of FE and HE curriculum requirements and want to be in a role where you can drive growth through innovative programme development and strong industry partnerships, then this role might be the one for you.
You will oversee the development of this new campus from inception to full operational status and ensure that the Aerospace Academy becomes a centre of excellence for aerospace and advanced engineering skills.
Find out more about this new academy in our recent news article: Future Engineers Wanted: Weston College Unveils Plans for £2.6m Skills Academy at Airbus Filton | Weston College
The successful candidate for this role will need to be a leader with experience in both education and the aerospace or defence sector who shows a clear commitment to becoming an 'extraordinary college' through their ability to develop quality strategies, employer engagement strategies and commercial opportunities. They will show strong communication, persuasion, influencing and leadership skills and a detailed working knowledge of Ofsted, OFS methodologies, internal and external verification and FE & HE curriculum programmes, including apprenticeships.
Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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Safeguarding Statement
Weston College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
Successful applicants will be required to complete an Enhanced DBS check and/or obtain the appropriate prison clearance before starting the role and maintain this throughout employment.