About The Role
An exciting leadership opportunity has arisen for a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to head the high-achieving Business and Travel Department at Eccles Sixth Form College.
Our department offers a wide-ranging curriculum from Level 1 to Level 3 across Business, Travel, and Tourism, designed to prepare students for both higher education and the professional world. We are seeking an individual with the vision and expertise to shape a progressive curriculum that inspires ambition, drives achievement, and promotes excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment. The successful candidate will demonstrate strong strategic leadership, with the ability to meet the evolving needs of our learners and the industries we serve. A key element of this role will be strengthening and expanding partnerships with employers and industry professionals, ensuring students gain valuable real-world insight and practical experience.
Our students benefit from access to state-of-the-art resources, including digital learning environments, business simulation software, dedicated teaching spaces, and industry-focused enrichment opportunities. The department is supported by a team of committed subject specialists who deliver outstanding education and support across all pathways. We are looking for an experienced manager and inspiring educator with a proven track record of leading quality enhancement initiatives within and beyond their department. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of performance data, and the ability to drive improvements in attendance, achievement, and student progression. If you are an innovative leader with excellent communication and organisational skills, and a passion for shaping future professionals in Business and Travel, we invite you to join our team and help us deliver exceptional learning experiences.
REASONS TO JOIN US
* We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College’s Association style terms and conditions) including 13 weeks holiday (195 days in College).
* We have a 2.30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including 2 Staff Wellbeing days per year.
* We offer automatic enrolment into the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with 28.68% employer pension contribution.
* Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with.
* We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working.
* We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff as part of our Be Outstanding Development programme.
* We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure.
* Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff.
* Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness.
* 91% of staff are proud to work at the College
How To Apply
To apply for this role, please click the ‘Apply’ button which will take you to the College Recruitment page. If this is your first application, you will need to complete the Registration form. If returning please login to access your profile.
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COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list.
EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY
The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.
Vacancy Documents
Head of Department - Job Description.pdf Head of Department in Business and Travel - Advert.pdf
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