SGS College is seeking an exceptional Vice Principal to lead the shaping of an ambitious, future-focused and inclusive curriculum that will ensure our students are ready for the world of work, further study and life. Download Job Description Download Candidate Pack Apply Now Careers at SGS: Overview Life at SGS Benefits Available Roles Become a Governor Careers at SGS: Overview Life at SGS Benefits Available Roles Become a Governor Back to all vacancies Posted 3 days ago Role Information Reference: REQ001438 Location: Stroud Campus with travel required between Gloucestershire campuses FTE Salary: circa £80,000 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience) Contract Type: Permanent, Full-Time Team: College Leadership Team Reports To: Deputy Principal- Education Are you a values-driven education leader ready to shape the future of learning in the West of England and Gloucestershire? SGS College is seeking an exceptional Vice Principal to lead the shaping of an ambitious, future-focused and inclusive curriculum that will ensure our students are ready for the world of work, further study and life. Our new strategy sets a clear ambition for the College and this role will lead the delivery of our Readiness outcome - one of our four key strategic priorities. We are looking for a leader who can drive innovation across our curriculum, working closely with employers and communities to ensure that the learning we deliver sets our students up to succeed, with a real focus on delivering skills that go beyond technical qualifications. We are looking for someone with significant senior experience in an FE College or post-16 education setting with a proven track record of building transformative curriculum. Most importantly, they will have a desire to make a different to the 10,000 students and wide communities that we serve and the ability to work closely and collaboratively across a large organisation in service of better outcomes for all. If you have the ambition and passion to make a change to the lives of 10,000 young people and adult learners then we want to hear from you!How to Apply To apply for this position please submit your CV and a cover letter via the 'apply now' button (no more than two pages) setting out your vision for this role and what you would bring to SGS. All shortlisted candidates will be invited to an executive assessment process, including a presentation to the Leadership Team and CEO, a structured interview, and stakeholder meetings. Closing Date: Sunday 7th June 2026 Expected Interview Date: Wednesday 24th June 2026 For more information about the role and SGS College, please see the candidate pack. If you have any queries or would like to have a conversation about this role please contact [email protected] SGS College is an Equal Opportunities and Disability Confident employer, committed to inclusion and safeguarding. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and communities. All offers of employment is subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check, and relevant additional checks and online searches in accordance with KCSIE guidance.