Vice Principal
Competitive Salary
Lead with Purpose. Inspire Progress. Shape the Future.
Our client based in the northwest of England, in the county of Cumbria, is seeking an exceptional and inspiring Vice Principal to join their Senior Leadership Team at a pivotal time in their development. As they prepare for further devolution in the adult skills landscape across Cumbria and beyond, they need a dynamic leader ready to drive innovation, growth and excellence.
As Vice Principal, you will play a key strategic role in shaping our client’s future as they launch their new strategic plan. A strong grasp of quality improvement, curriculum development and performance management will be essential to raising standards and delivering outstanding outcomes. You will provide leadership and oversight of their Apprenticeships and Adult Education provision, ensuring high quality and responsiveness to learner, employer and regional needs.
You will also lead on data and performance management systems, ensuring data is accurate, timely and used intelligently to inform decision-making at all levels. Your ability to turn data into action will be central to their quality and strategic planning processes.
Our client is seeking an experienced senior leader from a FE or HE background, who understands the evolving post-16 education environment - someone prepared to engage with devolved funding structures, regional skills priorities and employer engagement, to ensure our client remains agile, ambitious and impactful.
Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange an initial conversation with our recruitment partner, by emailing Amanda.Hart@fea.co.uk
Closing date: 9am on Tuesday 24 June 2025
Interview date: Monday 7 July 2025
For more information visit: https://www.fea.co.uk/jobs/plv #J-18808-Ljbffr