Executive Director of Teaching and Learning (25/135)
£75,000 per annum
37 hours per week
Permanent
Location: Any TEC Partnership site (Grimsby, Scarborough, Bridlington, Beverley, Skegness)
TEC Partnership is a large, innovative, dynamic and financially sound organisation.
We are now offering a fantastic opportunity to join TEC Partnership in the role of Executive Director of Teaching and Learning. If you are a team player who is passionate about helping learners reach their full potential, then we want to hear from you!
About The Role
The Executive Director of Teaching and Learning is a pivotal role within our college group, responsible for shaping and driving the educational strategy, pedagogy development, and digital transformation of teaching and learning. This role demands a visionary leader who can implement a strategic vision for pedagogy that aligns with the TEC Partnerships mission and goals.
The Executive Director will work closely with academic departments, faculty, and staff to promote interdisciplinary collaboration and the sharing of best practice. They will advocate for and support the integration of educational technology to enhance teaching and learning experiences, ensuring that our classrooms and content are fit for the future. Additionally, the postholder will maintain a support network for teaching staff across all sites within the partnership, fostering a community of practice and equity of experience.
A key aspect of this role is the strategic leadership of the Initial Teacher Education (ITE) provision and associated apprenticeships. The Executive Director will ensure high standards of educational delivery and innovation, preparing the best teachers in the sector to deliver excellent learning.
About The Person
The ideal candidate must be able to design, articulate, and deliver strategic direction and vision in Teaching and Learning. They should possess problem-solving and decision-making skills, the ability to manage a complex and demanding workload, and show resilience and motivation to meet challenges and maintain strategic direction. They will have strong leadership and strategic planning abilities, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills which has transformed teaching and learning in a setting.
The candidate should have a deep understanding of current trends and best practices in Further Education (FE) and skills and Higher Education pedagogy. They must be knowledgeable about evidence-based approaches to developing teaching, learning, and assessment, and have proven experience in managing blended learning environments. An understanding of Initial Teacher Education, including preparing for Ofsted, is essential, along with a clear grasp of strategies to improve pedagogical approaches.
The ideal candidate will possess a blend of qualifications, specialist knowledge, experience, and skills that enable them to excel in this role. Essential qualifications include Level 2/GCSE English and Maths, a Level 5+ teaching qualification, and postgraduate study (Masters or Doctorate). Desirable qualifications include a management qualification, Fellowship of AdvanceHE, and QTLS.
Experience in leadership of teaching and learning in a college or college group is crucial. The candidate should have a track record of excellent personal teaching and learning practice, have established an improvement culture that led to significant, sustained improvement. They must be adept at leading and motivating team members, setting goals and targets, providing feedback and coaching, and resolving conflicts. Experience in leading the professional development of colleagues and cross-college leadership of multi-disciplinary teams is also required.
The candidate should be innovative in digitally transforming classroom practice and developing digital environments to support learning and learner outcomes. Expertise in curriculum development and instructional design, proficiency in educational technology, and the ability to foster a collaborative and inclusive academic environment are key attributes.
What we offer
In return for your skills and experience, we can offer you access to a wide range of Group benefits, such as.
Pension Membership
30 Days Annual Leave pro rata, plus bank holidays
Christmas Closure Days
Occupational sick pay scheme (higher than statute)*
Occupational Maternity/Adoption pay (higher than statute)*
Life Assurance Scheme and Death Grant
24-hour Employee Helpline Free and confidential
Cycle to Work
Saving Schemes
Westfield Health Medical Cash Plan monthly payments
UNUM Dental Cash Plan monthly payments
Staff discounts on campus e.g., Hair & Beauty/ Bakery/ Gym etc
If having read the job description you are interested in this role, please press the Apply Online button and send us your application.
The closing date for this advert is Sunday 1st June 2025
The TEC Partnership is committed to Prevent Duty, Equality, Diversity & Inclusion and promoting British Values within the workplace. We are an equal opportunity workplace. Safeguarding is a priority for us, as well as ensuring the welfare of children and young people and we expect the same commitment from all staff and volunteers.
All posts are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure Clearance through the DBS, references that cover the last two years of employment and online screening. Other checks may also be required.
Please note that all employees must have Literacy and Numeracy to at least Level 2.
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