Head of Faculty - Construction, Engineering and Motor Vehicle

Head of Faculty - Construction, Engineering and Motor Vehicle

Hours

Hours 37

Contract Type

Contract Type Permanent

Location

Location Barnstaple

Closing Date

Closing Date 27/07/2026

Job Description and Person Specification

This is a fantastic opportunity to join our growing College in North Devon as Head of Faculty for Construction, Engineering & Motor Vehicle (CEM).

We're looking for an ambitious and inspirational leader to build on the success of a thriving vocational faculty. As we continue to expand our curriculum, strengthen employer partnerships and invest in the future of technical education, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping what comes next.

You'll lead a talented team, champion outstanding teaching and learning, and create the conditions for every learner to thrive. If you're passionate about developing people, driving innovation and making a lasting impact, we'd love to hear from you.

• An exceptional leader who inspires, motivates and develops high-performing teams.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding teaching, learning and student success.
• A confident people manager who creates a culture of accountability, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Skilled at building strong relationships with employers, industry partners and key stakeholders.
• Positive, proactive and solution-focused, with the resilience to lead change.
• Confident in using data and performance insights to drive improvement and informed decision-making.
• An excellent communicator who can articulate a clear vision and bring others with you.
• Committed to maintaining the highest standards and continually raising expectations.

• Lead the Construction, Engineering & Motor Vehicle Faculty, setting a clear vision for excellence.
• Create a culture where outstanding teaching, learning and student achievement are at the heart of everything we do.
• Drive quality improvement, performance and learner outcomes across the faculty.
• Lead, support and challenge teaching, assessment and support staff to achieve their very best.
• Develop strong employer partnerships that enhance the student experience and respond to industry needs.
• Play an active role within the College Leadership Team, contributing to the strategic direction and continued success of the College.

• an extra 28% of salary into your pension
• 35 days’ bookable paid holiday, 2-week Christmas shutdown + bank holidays
• an experienced, supportive team
• join one of the biggest and best Colleges in the UK
• make a regional impact
• provide national and international opportunities to the people of the southwest

If you're ready to shape the future of technical education, inspire exceptional teams and make a real difference to learners, we'd love to welcome you to our College.

Applications close midnight Monday 27th July. Interviews to take place on Tuesday 4th August at North Devon College, Barnstaple.

For an informal conversation about the role or for a tour of the facilities please contact Dave O'Connor at