Head Of Student Experience

Head of Student Experience (Fixed Term)

Salary: £49,255 - £57,678 per annum

Final date to receive applications:
Monday 2nd March 2026

Your future is here – a place to inspire. In a leadership role at Nottingham College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. We are Nottingham’s College and together we make a positive difference to our learners, our communities, and to each other. We’re building better futures for others and for ourselves. Here you will be at the forefront of curriculum development and innovation, ensuring our learners are equipped with the skills, behaviours and experiences to achieve at college and thrive in life.

You will have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career while leading in a large and vibrant college that puts its learners at the heart of everything it does.

As Head of Student Experience you are making a strategic and operational impact on both the student and employee experience at the City Hub. You will be a visible leader who embodies the College’s values and commitment to making a difference. This impactful interim role could be for you if you are an aspiring educational leader looking to broaden your experience.

• To set the standards of behaviour required to provide a positive learning environment.
• Work with staff to produce and implement whole‑college plans, initiatives and strategies to improve student behaviour.
• To encourage and promote non‑discriminatory behaviour and ensure equality and diversity are sustained within the college.
• Take an overview of attendance for the campus and work with the curriculum and pastoral leads to review and implement improvement strategies.
• Review the outcomes from the college’s student voice and liaise with curriculum areas/tutorial teams to improve provision.
• Maintain the highest quality student experience and centre community outside of learning areas.

This position is full‑time, fixed term until 31st December 2026.

Your managerial experience and data‑insight skills will contribute to the operational effectiveness of the City Hub from both a student and employee experience perspective. You will have experience of leading a varied curriculum and have a proven track record of delivering high‑quality results. You will be used to working with support services to build sustainable relationships and improve outcomes for students.

You will be a strong communicator with a collaborative style, and above all be committed to the highest standards, inspiring others to achieve the best results. Interviews/assessments are planned for W/C 9th March 2026.

• Competitive salary – £49,255 to £57,678 per annum FTE (pro‑rata for part‑time posts).
• 39 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave.
• Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme.
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App.
• Various travel schemes including cycle‑to‑work, local transport season tickets and car salary‑sacrifice scheme.
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated CPD days and our Request to Invest Programme.

At Nottingham College we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued and understood. We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer and as part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme. We are also actively working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer. Mental health matters – our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion.

Through our Wellness Cafés, colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. We ensure the wellbeing of our students and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks, including employer references and an enhanced DBS check, will be required for this role.