Job Description
Deputy Head - Pathways
Salisbury, Wiltshire
£40,876 rising to £42,711 per annum
Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week/52 weeks per year
Closing Date: Wednesday 21st May 2025
Wiltshire College & University Centre have an exciting opportunity for a Deputy Head - Pathways to join our team.
About Us:
Wiltshire College & University Centre plays a vital role in Wiltshire’s economy, inspiring people to develop the skills they need to achieve. Our four main campuses are learning hubs in their communities, and we aspire to be an outstanding, financially robust and commercially agile provider, achieving our clear social mission on behalf of learners and employers across Wiltshire and beyond.
Our campuses deliver a diversity of facilities from the country estate and farm of our Lackham campus to new hi-tech digital and state of the art facilities at our Trowbridge, Salisbury and Chippenham sites. We have invested £65 million in our estate over the past 10 years. Our turnover is £45 million per annum and growing, we employ some 650 staff, and support around 11,500 students.
Deputy Head - Pathways - The Role:
Are you passionate and forward-thinking with a desire to take the next step? Do you want to play a leading role in transforming educational experiences for learners on Pathways programmes?
Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking an enthusiastic and committed Deputy Head - Pathways to join our dedicated team. This is a great opportunity to lead with purpose, foster innovation, and make a real impact in a faculty that supports some of the most rewarding and meaningful aspects of further education.Pathways is a vital area of our provision, supporting learners with additional needs or those navigating alternative routes to success. As Deputy Head, you will work closely with the Head of Faculty to lead a team of passionate educators and ensure the delivery of inclusive, engaging and high-quality teaching.
This role is ideal for someone who is ready to move into a leadership position or who already has some leadership experience and is looking to further develop in a forward-thinking environment.
Deputy Head - Pathways - Key Responsibilities:
* Support the Head of Faculty in leading and managing the Pathways team to deliver excellent outcomes for learners.
* Drive innovation in curriculum design and inclusive teaching strategies.
* Provide coaching, mentoring and support to academic staff to help them thrive professionally.
* Monitor student progress and support continuous quality improvement.
* Play an active role in faculty planning and cross-college development initiatives.
Deputy Head - Pathways - You:
The ideal candidate will be:
* A dedicated and experienced teacher with a strong background in Pathways, SEND, or inclusive education.
* A collaborative leader who thrives in a team environment and values shared success.
* Someone with a clear vision for the future of Pathways education and the confidence to lead change.
* A strong communicator who is committed to professional growth—for themselves and their colleagues.
* Experience in curriculum development, learner support, and quality assurance will be an advantage.
Essential Qualifications
* To hold a minimum level 3 qualification in an appropriate subject and/or significant experience in a relevant area.
* To be a qualified teacher with substantial teaching experience in an appropriate subject area.
This is your chance to take on a meaningful leadership role where your passion for education and your commitment to learners will be truly valued.