Overview

Deputy Head of School in Construction and Engineering

Location: Hemel Campus HP1 1HD

Salary: Up to *GBP*54,080.00 per annum, depending on skills and experience.

Contractual Hours: 37.00

Basis: Full time

We have an exciting opportunity for an individual aspiring to go into a management role to join the Schools of Construction and Engineering at our Hemel Hempstead Campus. We are looking for an inspirational, visionary and dynamic individual who will work closely with the Heads of School across the management and quality of all curriculum provision including full time, part time and apprenticeships.

A vital part of the role will be to support the management of people, quality assurance and improvement activities, employer engagement and curriculum development.  Previous experience of these activities within a Construction and Engineering context are desirable.  Internal / External Quality Assessor qualifications are desirable.  

The ideal candidate will have highly effective organisational skills and experience of working within a Construction and Engineering curriculum setting. You will be a committed individual with the drive and passion to be innovative and to motivate a team to achieve the best possible outcomes for students, employers and other key stakeholders.

The role will involve working closely with existing employers and establishing new partnerships that supports curriculum development, design and new apprenticeships opportunities. 

This role is full-time, 37 hours per week and based at our Hemel Hempstead Campus. The closing date for applications is Sunday 9th August 2026. Interviews will be 19th August 2026.

You will have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do so you will be actively encouraged to upskill.

You can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.

If you have any questions or queries, please contact a member of the Human Resources team who will be happy to help.

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