Are you a visionary educator with a passion for shaping innovative curriculum?

Are you ready to lead and inspire a team towards academic excellence? If so, we have exciting opportunities for you!

Passionate about education and animal care, animal management or football? If so, this could be the role for you!

Join us as our new Head of Department- Animal Management and Partner Provision where you will lead a thriving department with links to the Kidderminster Harriers Football Club and centre of sports excellence (CoSE), Equine riding schools and the West Midlands Safari Park where we provide a range of courses.

About Us:

Offering further and higher education, apprenticeships, adult education and bespoke training, Kidderminster College is dedicated to providing an exceptional educational experience that empowers students to gain the skills they need to achieve success and meaningful employment. We’re part of NCG and work in collaboration with our colleagues across the country to share best practice and make a real impact in our local area. Together, we offer students a great place to learn and colleagues a great place to work.

The Role:

We are seeking dynamic and inspirational leaders to oversee the development and implementation of curriculum strategies across two of our Curriculum Academies. In this role, you will have the opportunity to lead a team of passionate educators, driving innovation and excellence in teaching and learning and delivering an outstanding student experience.

As Head of Department, you will lead with inspiration, vision and direction working with a range of internal and external stakeholders to ensure the curriculum and service offer is aligned to local needs.

Your role will include:

• Curriculum Leadership
• External Engagement and Civic Commitment
• Resource Management
• Departmental Oversight
• Safeguarding and Prevent

Requirements:

• A passion for education and a deep understanding of curriculum development principles.
• Proven leadership experience in an educational setting, with a track record of driving positive change and achieving exceptional results.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with colleagues and stakeholders.
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, with a focus on creating an inclusive learning environment for all students.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to think strategically and drive innovation.