Job Title: Assistant Head of Department - Construction Location: Cambridge Start Date: September Salary: £34,600 - 42,907pa Can you motivate a team in an educational environment in a motivating way? Does shaping the future of further education students in the construction industry excite you? Do you have great organizational skills and can lead by example? If so, TeacherActive is proud to be working with a mainstream college in the heart of Cambridge. Offering a high standard of education to all their pupils, the college has recently been awarded with a ‘GOOD’ OFSTED rating. This widely recognised College boasts fantastic media equipment, construction facilities and a proven track record in students going on to further education or full-time employment. We are seeking a passionate and experienced professional to join our experienced team as an Assistant Head of Department in Construction & Building Services, specifically overseeing Multi-Skills & Trowel Trades. This role offers the opportunity to shape the future of education within a thriving and supportive environment. Key Responsibilities: Assist in the management and development of the curriculum, staff, and resources. Drive student outcomes by maintaining high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment. Support and inspire both staff and students to reach their full potential. Travel between our Cambridge and Huntingdon campuses as needed. Qualifications and Skills Required: In depth teaching experience in a Construction-related field. Strong knowledge of the Further Education (FE) sector and the ability to demonstrate relevant industry skills. Current Health & Safety knowledge relevant to the role. Excellent interpersonal, administrative, and communication skills. Strong organisational skills and a proven ability to meet deadlines in an educational environment. Relevant trade qualifications and a teaching certificate such as DET, DTLLS, Cert ED, or PGCE. Desirable: Degree in a relevant subject QTS In return for the above you can expect to receive: A dedicated team of consultants available 24/7 to help you with the easy onboarding process Guaranteed Payment Scheme *Terms and Conditions apply* CPD Courses and certificates as part of the My-Progression Channel Market leading rates of pay TeacherActive Referral Scheme – Receive up to £100 when you refer a friend *Terms and Conditions apply* Our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of TAX and National Insurance and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard earned cash. If you are interested in this position, then click ‘APPLY NOW’ and I will be in touch regarding this fantastic opportunity. EMAIL : (url removed) CONTACT NUMBER : All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive. Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs. Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment. TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services