Assistant Principal - Higher Education
1. đź’° Salary: ÂŁ57,303 - ÂŁ62,463 per annum (depending upon qualifications and experience)
2. đź•’ Working Pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year)
3. đź“Ť Location: Sparsholt Campus (Winchester)
4. đź“… Closing Date: 3rd November 2025
Are you ready to shape the future of higher education in a leading UK specialist land-based college?
University Centre of Sparsholt College has an ambitious strategy for continued growth, as a leading College in the UK for specialist land-based education. We are looking for a forward looking individual to lead the day-to-day management of the Faculty, which delivers Foundation, Bachelors and Masters Degrees.
The post holder will lead a dynamic, talented and progressive team. You may already deliver leadership services in a Higher Education setting or be looking to take the next step in to a management role. If you hold quality of education close to your heart and have a passion to advance an education offer that comprehensively meet the needs of the next generation, this role is for you.
Why Sparsholt College?
-Join a forward- thinking institution renowned for specialist expertise
-Beautiful campus with stunning countryside and access to excellent resources and facilities
-Opportunity to make a real impact on student’s academic journeys and career prospects
-Access to excellent training and continuous learning programmes
-Strong focus on sustainability and environmental responsibility
If you would like an informal discussion regarding this role, please contact reception and ask to speak with the Dean of Higher Education.
Relocation support will be available to assist the successful applicant if there is a need to relocate in order to take up the role.
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.
College Benefits
•Eligibility to join the Teachers’ Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme)
•Death Benefit grant of 3 x salary if in the pension scheme
•Ability to access a range of CPD events and staff development fund for undertaking professional qualifications
•Free on-site parking
•Occupational Sick Pay Scheme
•Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme
•Flexible Working Policy
•Access to an employee assistance scheme
•Free on-site gym at the Sparsholt campus
•You Make the Difference Staff nomination scheme
•Facility to purchase Sparsholt produce including: plants, flowers, fruit & vegetables, fish, venison and turkey.
•Access to discounted hair and beauty treatments at the Andover campus
There is a nursery on the Sparsholt campus operated by a commercial provider.
Apply now to lead, inspire, and transform higher education with Sparsholt College!