Jobs

Milton Keynes College: Principal & Chief Executive -

Principal & Chief Executive

Salary circa £115,000

Due to the retirement of the current Principal & Chief Executive, the Board of Governors is seeking to appoint a new open, inspirational and values-driven leader. We are a successful, £40 million college serving one of the fastest growing cities in the UK and seek a leader with a strong record of achievement and vision to deliver continued success to our students.

Milton KeynesCollege is one of the fastest growing Colleges in the UK having achieved significant growth in turnover from £15m to £40m in the last ten years as well as achieving a 26 percentage point improvement in overall success rates over the past five years.  We require an open, inspirational, values-driven leader to deliver continued success to students, employers and the wider Milton Keynes community in this new economic and educational landscape.

Our vibrant College community is drawn from a wide range of ethnic backgrounds reflecting the cultural diversity of the city and further reflected by our achievement of the prestigious Investors in Diversity Award. The College is based on four campuses and is also a lead provider in Offender Learning delivering 393,000 hours in thirteen prisons. Having achieved the Training Quality Standard for outstanding employer engagement, the College delivers the largest employer responsive provision in Milton Keynes. The College has also taken the strategic lead in establishing the University Centre Milton Keynes, a bold and innovative first step towards a university for our city.

Milton Keynes is a dynamic, modern city which is home to many international companies. It has an expanding economy and growing population and a strong entrepreneurial drive, which is focused on a shared sense of community, purpose and achievement. The College is central to the city’s skills, innovation and inward investment agenda and the successful candidate will play a key leadership role in contributing to the ‘leadership of place’ and local place-shaping challenges.  

The College is a values-driven organisation with student success at the heart. We are seeking a candidate with a successful record in senior leadership who has passion and vision to motivate and inspire others and to work collaboratively to deliver success in a large and complex organisation. The College currently employs over 1,300 highly motivated, committed and talented staff who share the vision for student success.

If you require any further information, please contact Alison Wayman, Head of Human Resources on 01908 637020 or visit the College’s website at http://www.mkcollege.ac.uk/

Closing date:  Midday 14^th September 2010

Assessment day:  30^th September 2010

Interview Day:  4^th October 2010

Additional Information

• Letter from the Chair of Governors
• MK College: Mission, Vision and Values
• Key Facts About Milton KeynesCollege
• Extract from the 2008/09 Self Assessment Report (SAR)
• Senior Management Team Structure Chart
• About Milton Keynes
• Job Description
• Person Specification
• Application Form
• Application Guidelines
• Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form

Supporting Documents

About Milton Keynes.pdf

Application Guidelines.pdf

Equal Oppportunities Monitoring Form.doc

Extract from the 2008_09 SAR.PDF

Job Description and Person Specification.pdf

Key Facts About Milton Keynes College.pdf

Letter from the Chair of Governors.pdf

Application Form.doc

MK College Mission Vision and Values.pdf

Senior Management Team Structure Chart.pdf

The Sheffield College: Lecturer in Functional Skills -

Lecturer in Functional Skills

MGL£18,303 - £33,087

Open to internal and external candidates  

SheffieldCityCollege

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and experienced lecturer in Functional Skills – English and/or Mathematics.  The main focus of the post will be to teach 16-19 learners on apprenticeship programmes but a suitable candidate could also contribute to GCSE teaching.  Candidates should have experience of teaching Functional Skills English and/or Mathematics at Level 1 and Level 2 and a relevant teaching qualification.

Closing date:  12 August 2010

Shortlisting date: 18 August 2010

Interview date: 31 August 2010

For further information and application forms, please contact the Human Resources Team, Sheffield City College, Head Office, PO Box 345, Sheffield, S2 2YY, tel: 0114 2602623. Application forms MUST be completed and returned to Human Resources (CVs not accepted)

REF:E355

TES/Bulletin/FE Jobs

The Sheffield College: Student Support Manager -

Student Support Manager

MS 46-48    £45,828 - £48,618

Open to internal and external applicants

SheffieldCityCollege

 We are looking to appoint an exceptional individual to drive forward our fantastic Student Services at SheffieldCityCollege.  Located in a brand new state of the art £60 million building in the centre of Sheffield – this opportunity could be the one you have been waiting for.  You will be a key player in the College’s Leadership Team and have the pleasure of leading an extensive team of professionals who champion and support our vibrant student population.

Please contact Julie Byrne, Principal of Sheffield City College on 0114 2602110 or by e-mail to julie.byrne@sheffcol.ac.uk for an informal chat.

Closing Date:  Monday 2 August 2010  

Interviews:     Wednesday 1 September/Thursday 2 September 2010

For further information and application forms, please contact the Sheffield City College Human Resources Team, PO Box 345, Sheffield S2 2YY, tel: 0114 2602623 or visit our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk.  Application forms MUST be completed and returned to Human Resources (CV’s not accepted).

REF:  E343

TES/Bulletin/FE Jobs

Sheffield College: A level Learning Success Manager - Norton College

A level Learning Success Manager

MS 38-41 - £36,165 - £39,522

Open to internal and external applicants

Norton College

We are looking for a dynamic, enthusiastic and creative individual to lead the A Level team at NortonCollege, one of the Federal Centres of the SheffieldCollege.

We believe in a culture of excellence and are looking for an individual who has significant experience of working within, and knowledge of, an A Level programme, can demonstrate excellent ICT skills, good communication skills, and has significant experience of working with young people and the ability to effect change in response to local and national priorities.

Closing Date:   Thursday, 5 August 2010  

For further information and application forms, please contact the Human Resources Team, Norton College, Dyche Lane, Sheffield S8 8BR, tel: 0114 2603039 or visit our website www.sheffcol.ac.uk.  Application forms MUST be completed and returned to Human Resources (CV’s not accepted).

TES/Bulletin

REF E307

Supporting Documents

A Level Success Manager.doc

East Surrey College: Governor -

COULD YOU BE A GOVERNOR OF EAST SURREY COLLEGE, REDHILL?

The Board of Governors sets the strategic direction of the College and works to improve the quality of teaching and learning for all their students. The college are seeking to recruit new Governors and would welcome applications from people across the range of age and cultural background with experience in Business, Law, Community and Social Work, or Finance.

At this time the team would be strengthened by an individual with significant financial experience.

Being a Governor is a voluntary role that brings great personal satisfaction and also offers the opportunity to gain experience of working at board level in a major educational organisation.

 To find out more about East Surrey College and to download an information pack please visit their website
www.esc.ac.uk/about-east-surrey-college/college-governance.

For an informal chat please contact Melvyn Cass, Clerk to the Governors on 07989 988427.

FULL-TIME, PART-TIME AND HIGHER EDUCATION

 East Surrey College, Gatton Point, London Road, Redhill, Surrey RH1 2JX

The Sheffield College, Norton College: The Sheffield College, Pro Tutor -

Pro Tutor, £18,303 - £33,087, Temporary to 31 July 2011

Peaks Centre – 1 full time position

The College has undergone a review of Tutorials and, as a consequence, is now looking to pilot the replacement of Personal Tutors with Pro Tutors for the AS programme.

Pro Tutors will establish an effective partnership with students which will enable students to achieve excellent outcomes in both their qualification and their personal, social and economic development. The post holders will have a case load of 120 AS students (pro rata for fractional appointments) and will teach aspects of the ECM framework to groups as well as closely monitor the attendance and progress of individual students. They would be expected to conduct regular individual reviews with all students, using ProMonitor, and help those most at risk to set achievable improvement targets. The post will be managed by the Peaks Student Success Manager; close liaison with subject tutors and support services will be essential.

In addition Pro Tutors would be expected to contribute to the development of tutorial resources and the advancement of the Entitlement Framework; they would also be required to contribute to the College’s cover system.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who enjoys the challenge of being in at the start of an exciting and radical new departure which will hopefully shape the pastoral support of their learners for years to come. 

Closing Date:  Friday, 6 August 2010 at 12.00 noon, Shortlisting:  Thursday, 12 August 2010, Interview date:  To Be Advised

For further information and application forms, please contact the Human Resources Team, Norton College, Dyche Lane, Sheffield S8 8BR, tel: 0114 2603039 or visit their website www.sheffcol.ac.uk.  Application forms MUST be completed and returned to Human Resources (CV’s not accepted).

Supporting Documents

Pro Tutor JD.doc

Leeds City College: Vice Principal: 14-19 Learners (TD212) -

LeedsCityCollege is a highly successful business with over 2,500 employees and an annual turnover of over £75m.  The College has ambitious plans for realising future growth and outstanding quality. 

Vice Principal: 14-19 Learners (TD212) – Up to £70k

We are currently seeking to recruit an outstanding individual to work with the Deputy Principal Teaching and Learning to drive strategic and operational curriculum developments for our 8,000 young learners aged 14-19.  Aspiring to be exceptional, in providing life changing skill and experiences for individuals, the College requires a passionate and creative individual with successful experience in this field. 

Interviews will take place on 23^rd August 2010. 

For further details and to apply please visit the above website or contact Thomas Danby Campus HR Department.

T: 0113 2846343 or E:hr-td@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

(Applications by CV alone will not be accepted)

Closing date for applications is 12noon on Thursday 5^th August 2010. 

LeedsCityCollege is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are, therefore, required to complete an enhanced criminal records disclosure.

All applicants will be treated equally, irrespective of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or age.  The College actively welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 

Supporting Documents

Vice Principal 14-19 Learners.doc

Leeds City College: Head of Business Development, Commercial & International Operations (TD213) -

LeedsCityCollege is a highly successful business with over 2,500 employees and an annual turnover of over £75m.  The College has ambitious plans for realising future growth and outstanding quality. 

Head of Business Development, Commercial & International Operations (TD213) – Up to £60k

The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a track record of target achievement and will possess effective strategic management skills acquired whilst working in a wide ranging business development and commercial operation.  Reporting to the Deputy Principal, s/he will be responsible for the delivery of the college’s ambitious plans to meet the identified needs of employers and other stakeholders.  The post holder will develop a commercial portfolio and approach to business that will enhance the college’s reputation as the ’provider of first choice’ to business.  S/he will proactively identify and explore key opportunities for developing new markets and will be instrumental in growing the college’s international activities. 

Interviews will take place on 13^th August 2010. 

For further details and to apply please visit the above website or contact Thomas Danby Campus HR Department.

T: 0113 2846343 or E:hr-td@leedscitycollege.ac.uk

(Applications by CV alone will not be accepted)

Closing date for applications is 12noon on Thursday 5^th August 2010. 

LeedsCityCollege is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All successful applicants are, therefore, required to complete an enhanced criminal records disclosure.

All applicants will be treated equally, irrespective of gender, race, disability, sexual orientation, religion or belief, or age.  The College actively welcomes applications from all sections of the community. 

Supporting Documents

Head of Business Dev, Commercial & International Operations.doc

Lewisham College: Lewisham College, Head of Learner Support -

Head of Learner Support, Circa £47,000 pa

Resolving the issues that learners face, both at college and beyond, is part of the holistic approach to teaching and support learning that’s helped Lewisham College become one of the UK’s most successful FE colleges, with double Beacon status and an outstanding Ofsted report.

If you share their passion for learning and their commitment to learner involvement and inclusion, you’ll immediately be inspired by this opportunity to help people of all ages and from a diverse inner city community to reach their potential. It’s a fast-moving, multi-faceted role in which you’ll develop, deliver and evaluate a wide range of learner support services. Keeping abreast of developments in education and keeping a close eye on learner and employer needs, you’ll drive the culture of continuous improvement and ensure continued success. You’ll lead and inspire your team whilst also building effective working relationships within the college and with external agencies.

In this role you really can make a difference to our learners. So if you’re up to the challenge and would like further information and to apply, please go to www.lewisham.ac.uk/jobs

Closing date: Wednesday 11 August 2010.

Simon Education: Do You Want to Start Your Own Education Business? -

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