Head of School

Salary: £55,794.00 - £60,918.00

Head of School
Job description
About the Role:

Following recent appointments to our Senior Leadership Team, we are seeking two exceptional leaders to take the helm of a school and shape the experience of our learners and staff.

As a Head of School, you will lead the operational direction of your curriculum area, driving quality, outcomes and a culture of ambition. You will inspire and develop your teams, build strong partnerships across the College and our communities, and ensure every learner has the opportunity to thrive. It is a role for someone who leads with purpose, brings people with them, and is committed to making a genuine difference across the South Wales valleys.

We are particularly interested to hear from you if you have a background in key regional priority areas of:

• Construction, Energy & Environment
• Creative, Media & Digital Arts
• Healthcare, Childcare and Life Sciences
• Computing, IT & Data Science
• Engineering & Advanced Manufacturing

As part of your application, you will be invited to express a preference for the school you would most like to lead, and allocation will be guided by these expressions of interest alongside the needs of the College. We are proud of our values-led culture and our reputation for putting people first. Whether you are an established leader or ready to take your next step, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Further information:

All staff employed at Coleg y Cymoedd have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of learners, and all those working at the College are expected to uphold this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment processes, all new starters must successfully complete the required pre-employment checks prior to commencing employment. This includes an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. For roles that involve direct interaction with learners, registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is also a mandatory requirement.

We are a values driven organisation committed to employing a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues are respected and supported to be themselves. We treat every individual with dignity, fairness, and respect.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities, particularly in relation to age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion and/or belief. We are committed to removing barriers and making our recruitment processes as inclusive and accessible as possible.

We welcome applications in both Welsh and English. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. If you are a Welsh speaker or learner, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Roles at Coleg y Cymoedd are campus based to support teaching, learner experience and service delivery.

Postholders may request flexible working, including limited remote working, through the College's Flexible Working Process (a statutory dayone right). Requests are considered individually based on role needs and service coverage.

Candidates or employees with accessibility or reasonable adjustment needs are encouraged to discuss these with the People & Culture team.

All applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on the advertised closing date. Applications received after this deadline may not be considered.

How to Apply

We aim to make the application process as clear and supportive as possible. Please follow the steps below:

Step 1: Identify the Appropriate Role
Review our current vacancies and select the position that aligns with your skills and aspirations. If you require any guidance, please contact us.

Step 2: Submit Your Application via iTrent
Applications must be completed using our online application form. Please note that we do not accept CVs.

Step 3: Demonstrate How You Meet the Criteria
Use the "Further Information" section to clearly demonstrate how you meet the Essential and, where applicable, Desirable criteria as outlined in the Person Specification. Please follow the order of the criteria to support the shortlisting process.

Step 4: Provide Your Preferences
• Indicate your preferred language for all correspondence and interview arrangements (Welsh or English).
• If you wish to submit a video application, you are welcome to do so-please inform us in advance.

Step 5: Stay Informed
You will receive updates via email through the iTrent system. Should you have any queries, please contact the People & Culture team at people@cymoedd.ac.uk or call 01443 663285.

Need Support?
If you would like to discuss the role, the application process, or require any guidance, please get in touch. We are here to support you throughout your application journey.