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Deputy Head of Faculty - Construction Trades & HeritageACS Recruitment Solutions • Northampton, ENG, GB
Deputy Head of Faculty - Construction Trades & Heritage

Deputy Head of Faculty - Construction Trades & Heritage

ACS Recruitment Solutions • Northampton, ENG, GB
6 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
  • Permanent
Job description

Job Description

Deputy Head of Faculty – Construction Trades & Heritage Salary: £42,444 – £44,962 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)\n
Contract: Permanent | Full Time (37 hours per week)\n
Teaching Commitment: Up to 7.5 hours per week, with additional teaching cover as required.\n
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Closing Date: 10th August 2026\n
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About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced educational leader to join a successful further education provider as Deputy Head of Faculty for Construction Trades & Heritage.\n
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\n Working closely with the Head of Faculty, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across the department, helping to deliver an outstanding educational experience for students while driving high standards of teaching, learning and assessment.\n
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\n This is a varied leadership role that combines curriculum management, quality improvement, staff development and stakeholder engagement. You'll play an important part in shaping the future direction of the faculty while continuing to inspire learners through a reduced teaching commitment.\n
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Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management\n
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  • Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the faculty.
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  • Deputise for the Head of Faculty when required.
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  • Lead, motivate and develop lecturers, skills coaches and technicians.
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  • Conduct performance reviews and provide coaching, mentoring and professional support.
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  • Foster a collaborative, inclusive and high-performing team culture.
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  • Monitor faculty performance and implement improvement initiatives where required.
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Teaching & Curriculum Development\n
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  • Deliver up to 7.5 hours of teaching each week, modelling outstanding teaching practice.
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  • Support the design, planning and continuous improvement of curriculum programmes.
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  • Ensure teaching resources and assessment materials remain current and effective.
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  • Participate in student interviews, enrolment activities and open events.
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  • Promote innovative teaching approaches that enhance learner engagement and achievement.
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Quality & Student Success\n
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  • Drive improvements in teaching quality, learner achievement and progression.
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  • Analyse performance data to identify trends and implement targeted interventions.
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  • Lead and support quality assurance processes, self-assessment activities and inspection preparation.
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  • Encourage excellent attendance, retention and student outcomes across all learner groups.
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Employer & Industry Engagement\n
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  • Build productive relationships with employers, industry partners and professional bodies.
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  • Support the development of apprenticeship and employer-led training programmes.
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  • Work collaboratively across departments to enhance curriculum relevance and employability.
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  • Develop partnerships that create meaningful opportunities for students.
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Resource Management\n
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  • Support the effective management of staffing, budgets and learning resources.
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  • Identify opportunities for external funding and collaborative projects that enhance curriculum delivery.
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Student Support & Compliance\n
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  • Promote an inclusive, learner-centred environment where students can thrive.
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  • Champion equality, diversity and inclusion throughout the faculty.
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  • Ensure safeguarding, health and safety and organisational policies are consistently followed.
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  • Support student wellbeing, behaviour and personal development.
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Person Specification Essential\n
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  • Teaching qualification (PGCE, CertEd or equivalent).
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  • Degree, professional qualification or substantial vocational experience within Construction Trades, Heritage or a related discipline.
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  • Proven experience teaching within Further Education.
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  • Experience leading, managing or developing teams.
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  • Strong understanding of curriculum planning, quality assurance and learner achievement.
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  • Excellent communication, organisation and leadership skills.
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  • GCSE (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
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  • Commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.
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Desirable\n
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  • Leadership or Management qualification.
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  • Experience delivering apprenticeship programmes.
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  • Experience managing budgets and resources.
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  • Knowledge of Further Education funding and quality frameworks.
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  • Experience working with employers and external stakeholders.
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Employee Benefits\n
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  • Teachers' Pension Scheme.
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  • 44 days annual leave, including bank holidays (pro rata where applicable).
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  • Health Cash Plan.*
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  • Enhanced maternity and paternity benefits.*
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  • Free on-site parking.
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  • Discounted gym membership.
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  • Cycle to Work Scheme.*
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  • Staff discounts on courses.
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  • High street discount programme.
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  • Employee wellbeing initiatives.
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  • Annual volunteering day.
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*Subject to eligibility.\n
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Why Join Us? This is an excellent opportunity to join a respected and ambitious further education provider that is committed to delivering outstanding education and developing the next generation of skilled professionals.\n
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\n You'll become part of a collaborative and supportive leadership team where your ideas, expertise and experience will be valued. This role offers the chance to influence curriculum development, lead and inspire teaching teams, and build meaningful partnerships with employers to ensure learners develop the skills needed for successful careers.\n
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\n The organisation is committed to investing in its people, offering ongoing professional development, leadership training and genuine opportunities for career progression. Combined with generous annual leave, an excellent pension scheme, modern facilities and a strong focus on employee wellbeing, this is an environment where you can grow professionally while making a lasting impact on students, colleagues and the wider community.\n
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Apply Now If you're an experienced education leader with a passion for developing people, driving quality and shaping the future workforce, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to take the next step in your leadership career and make a meaningful difference within a progressive and supportive further education environment.
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