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About the College
Northumberland College is Ofsted Outstanding and is currently building a multi-million, state of the art, new college campus in Ashington, due to open in 2026. The successful candidate will be based at the new college where a purpose-built construction, housing, advanced manufacturing and engineering centre will be located.
Curriculum spans technical, vocational further and higher education and includes large apprenticeship provision and dedicated centres for young people with SEND.
The College has two main campuses in Ashington, and Ponteland, and as part of the college group Education Partnership Northeast, it also has a significant number of satellite delivery centres across the region
Served by easy road links, and the new train station in Ashington, when Northumberland College opens its new Department for Education backed campus at Wansbeck Business Park, the college will boast a national trailblazer both in architectural design and operation. This major £52 million+ investment comes on top of the College recently driving £14million into new facilities and resources at its existing sites.
About the Candidate
You are an inspiring and visionary leader who embodies our core values of Courage, Respect, Authenticity and Excellence. You lead with integrity and ambition, motivated by a genuine passion for education, innovation, and shaping the future of the construction industry.
You have a proven track record of driving excellence in technical or construction education, delivering outstanding results through collaboration, high expectations, and a deep commitment to students’ success. You’re as comfortable leading strategic curriculum development as you are engaging directly with staff, students, and employers to ensure that learning reflects the realities and opportunities of a modern, evolving industry.
Courageous and forward-thinking, you are unafraid to challenge convention, embracing creativity to design future-ready programmes and transform learning environments into sector-leading spaces. You understand that true leadership is rooted in respect, valuing every voice in your team, championing equality and diversity, and fostering a culture where people feel supported to grow and excel.
With your industry insight, strong partnerships, and commitment to continuous improvement, you will bring energy, innovation, and vision to one of the college’s most dynamic departments.
Role Responsibilities
1. Provide strategic leadership and operational management of the Construction and housing curriculum, ensuring high-quality teaching, learning, and outcomes across all programmes.
2. Drive the development and delivery of innovative, future-focused curriculum aligned with regional economic needs and emerging trends in construction and the built environment.
3. Lead on the transformation of workshops and technical spaces into sector-leading environments that reflect best industrial practice and support outstanding learner experiences.
4. Play a pivotal role in the North East Construction Technical Excellence College for Construction, ensuring collaboration, innovation, and excellence across regional technical education.
5. Build and sustain strong partnerships with employers, industry bodies, and stakeholders to embed real-world skills, experiences, and progression opportunities into the curriculum.
6. Inspire and manage a high-performing team, embedding a culture of continuous improvement, professional development, and shared accountability for student success.
Qualifications
7. A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent).
8. Degree or equivalent qualification in a construction-related discipline (e.g. Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Building Services, etc.).
9. Leadership or management qualification (or willingness to work towards one), such as ILM Level 5+ or similar.
10. Evidence of continuous professional development (CPD) relevant to teaching, learning, and construction industry developments.
What’s in it for you?
Join EPNE and you’ll be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.
11. Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays).
12. Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role)
13. LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%)
14. Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more.
15. We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans.
16. Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing.
17. Free parking on most campuses.
18. Free Gym access available at Bede Campus
Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.
We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
Safeguarding Statement
Northumberland College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.