Head of Lifelong Learning

What will you be doing?As the Head of Lifelong Learning, you will spearhead the strategic and operational direction of this vital area within the college. Your expertise and leadership will be instrumental in developing and implementing innovative programs that meet the diverse needs of our learners, ranging from adult education and vocational training to skills enhancement. You will work collaboratively with a dedicated team of educators and support staff, inspiring and empowering them to deliver outstanding teaching and learning experiences. At Coleg Sir Gar, we are passionate about providing lifelong learning opportunities that equip individuals with the skills and knowledge they need to succeed in a rapidly changing world. As the Head of Lifelong Learning, you will play a crucial role in driving standards of excellence and ensuring that our learners receive the highest quality education and training. If you are a dynamic and forward-thinking leader with a passion for lifelong learning and skills development, we invite you to join our progressive institution and make a lasting impact on the lives of our learners. Together, we can shape the future of education and empower individuals to thrive in an ever-evolving world. What will you need?To be successful, you will need a relevant degree and teaching experience, as you will be delivering 8 hours per week. In addition, you will need experience of curriculum management and curriculum development, including the introduction and implementation of new initiatives. Working with external agencies is also essential, and developing income generating activity in education. Ideally you will be a strong leader, setting high standards of professionalism with an open and supportive management style. You will value creativity in others and encourage others to share ownership and responsibility for service.

DescriptionAre you an accomplished individual looking for a rewarding opportunity to shape the future of lifelong learning and skills development? Coleg Sir Gar is seeking an exceptional individual to join our team as the Head of Lifelong Learning. In this pivotal role, you will have the unique responsibility of leading our Lifelong Learning department, driving excellence in teaching and learning, and creating a nurturing and supportive environment where learners can thrive and achieve their full potential.

Salary: Starting at £51,965, you will have incremental rises to £56,899 per annum Hours: 37 hours per week, (8:45am - 5:00pm Monday to Thursday, 8:45am - 4:30pm on Friday), Why work with us?Working at Coleg Sir Gar & Coleg Ceredigion is so much more than just a job - we provide opportunities to truly make a difference in our students' lives. However, in addition, we offer a very competitive package that includes:

• 37 days annual leave, including bank holidays and closure days (We close for approximately 2 weeks at Christmas - this does not come out of your annual leave allowance). Your total leave including bank holidays and closure days will be approximately 50 days per year.
• Enrolment into the teachers pension scheme. As a college, we contribute 28.6% towards your pension contributions.
• Award winning professional learning and development programme
• Salary sacrifice EV Car Scheme - all eligible staff are able to sacrifice part of their salary in return for a simple, more affordable and stress-free way to drive a brand-new vehicle.
• Free Car Parking - all 7 campuses have free car parking on site for staff.
• Retail Discounts. All College staff have access to various discount providers such as; Blue light discount, Unidays, Totum, and more.
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