Head of Science & Digital

Head of Science & Digital

Location: Hertfordshire
Salary: -55,000 - -60,000 per annum
Contract: Permanent

Are you an experienced FE curriculum leader with a background in Science, Digital, Computing or a related subject area?

We''re recruiting for a Head of Science & Digital to lead and develop curriculum provision, drive teaching and learning standards and deliver strong outcomes for students.

You will:

• Lead curriculum design, development and innovation across Science & Digital
• Lead and develop a team of teaching staff
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning and assessment
• Monitor student progress, achievement and performance data
• Lead quality improvement and support Ofsted readiness
• Develop staff through coaching, CPD and performance management
• Optimise staffing, timetabling and curriculum resources
• Manage budgets and ensure effective use of resources
• Build strong relationships with employers and external partners
• Support strategic curriculum development aligned to industry needs

We''re looking for someone with:

• Strong Further Education experience
• Experience in Science, Digital, Computing, IT or related curriculum areas
• Proven curriculum management/development experience
• Experience leading and developing teaching teams
• Strong knowledge of teaching, learning and quality improvement
• Experience working with performance data and improvement planning
• Good understanding of the FE inspection/quality framework
• Experience of budget and resource management
• Degree or equivalent management experience

This role could suit an experienced Head of Curriculum, Curriculum Manager, Head of Department or Faculty Manager, as well as a Senior/Lead Lecturer, Programme Leader or Curriculum Lead ready to step up.

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