Head of Department – Access to Higher Education
Leeds City College is recruiting for a Head of Department - Access to Higher Education to join the Adult, Community and ESOL team. This is a new role.
The post holder will lead the growth and development of a sector-priority focused offer, with strong LMI input, collaboration with awarding bodies, and progression into University Centre Leeds, Leeds Conservatoire Higher Level provision, and wider universities and degree apprenticeships. They will oversee all aspects of delivery related to Access to HE, ensuring the department is outward-looking and collaborative in its approach to working with cross-college teams.
As a leader of Access to Higher Education across Luminate FE Colleges, they will drive and embed practices that deliver an outstanding experience for Access students, ensuring all learners have a quality learning experience with outcomes above national rates.
What You Will Do
* Support Campus Principals, other Heads of Department, College Managers, and staff to fully embed the Access to HE provision within the adult offer, providing an outstanding, inclusive, and aspirational experience for students and staff.
* Develop and lead strategies and projects, including working with external stakeholders to support an excellent offer and outcomes for Access students, such as preparation for university, internal progression, and degree apprenticeships.
* Develop, deliver, and maintain high-quality Higher Education provision at Leeds City College, focusing on the student experience and positive outcomes and progression for students.
About You
* Thorough and current knowledge of Government policy related to Access to Higher Education, Higher Education, and training, including funding and curriculum/qualification reforms.
* Proven experience managing staff in an educational setting.
* Experience in managing and utilizing data to inform quality improvements, including planning, monitoring, and reviewing.
* Experience in successful administration and management of financial budgets.
We offer numerous benefits, including:
* Generous annual leave entitlement- at least 39 days plus bank holidays for full-time staff, with specific days for support staff, academic, and senior management roles.
* Memberships and discounts- access to various membership schemes like TOTUM.
* Travel and commuting- discounted travel options through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus, and cycle schemes.
* Learning and development- including staff development days.
* Flexible and hybrid working- depending on role requirements.
About Us
Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions nationally and a major provider of apprenticeships regionally. We provide a vibrant, diverse learning environment with innovative education that is supportive, inspiring, and life-changing. Our values prioritize students, and we are committed to lifelong learning and staff development, offering numerous opportunities for career progression.
Join us in our journey to excel for our students, apprentices, staff, and stakeholders.
Safeguarding
We are committed to safeguarding all students, including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers must share this commitment. Mandatory pre-employment checks include an enhanced DBS, online checks, and references. It is a criminal offense to apply if barred from regulated activity involving children.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Our commitment to EDI is central to our values. We strive to create a workplace that embraces diversity, treats everyone fairly, and promotes equal opportunities. We continuously assess and improve our practices to ensure inclusivity and reflect community diversity. To learn more about our EDI objectives, click here.
Recruitment Agencies
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Position Details
* Salary: Between £47,518 and £51,911, dependent on experience
* Frequency: Annual
* Job Reference: LUM377/1874
* Contract Type: Permanent, Full Time
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