Job details

Job Title: Head of Construction Trades

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £67,558 per annum (Fixed)

Job type: Permanent, Full-Time

Overview

The University is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking leader to head up our Construction Trades Department in the FE College. This is an exciting opportunity to shape a dynamic curriculum area that supports progression and plays a key role in addressing regional and national skills needs.

As Head of Construction Trades, you will be responsible for leading curriculum development, managing departmental performance, and ensuring an outstanding student experience. You will work closely with staff, students, and industry partners to embed high‑quality teaching and learning, strong employer engagement, and a culture of innovation. We are looking for someone with leadership experience in FE and a strong background in the construction sector, who can bring strategic insight, operational strength, and a commitment to continuous improvement. Join us at a time of growth and investment in our FE College and help shape the future of construction training in an exciting new facility for Sustainable Construction Skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development for the Construction Trades Department in the FE College.
• Manage departmental performance and ensure an outstanding student experience.
• Collaborate with staff, students, and industry partners to embed high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Drive strong employer engagement and a culture of innovation within the department.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in Further Education (FE).
• Strong background in the construction sector with strategic and operational capabilities.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and enhancing the student experience.

Benefits

• Generous allocation of annual leave: 38 days per year plus 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days.
• Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme with employer contributions of 28.6%.
• Subsidised private healthcare (Aviva) including a Digital GP Service.
• Employee Assistance Programme with counselling, financial wellbeing, and bereavement support.
• Annual health MOTs with a Registered Nurse.
• Professional qualification sponsorship and staff development opportunities.
• Salary sacrifice schemes for technology and cycling.
• Heavily subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham.
• Hybrid working options.
• Free on-site gym membership.

Additional information

All applicants will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date: Sunday 12 October 2025.

Interview Date: Friday 24 October 2025.

The University is an equal opportunities employer.

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Candidates with experience or job titles including: Head of Construction, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher, Lecturer, Construction Lecturer, Senior Lecturer, Construction Teacher, HNC/D Lecturer, will also be considered for this role.