Head of Department - Engineering


Company:	Cardiff and Vale College
Salary:	£59,867
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Rhoose, CF62 3DP
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	31 Jul 2026
Closing date:	6 Aug 2026

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Summary

Cardiff and Vale College is seeking an ambitious and inspirational leader to join the College as Head of Engineering (Including Business Development).

This is a strategic leadership role with responsibility for the overall management and performance of the Engineering provision, including curriculum planning and delivery, teaching and learning, quality improvement, learner outcomes, resource management and business development. Working closely with internal and external stakeholders, you will play a key role in shaping the future of one of the College's priority curriculum areas while supporting the development of new facilities and strengthening employer partnerships.

You will lead a diverse team to deliver outstanding outcomes for learners, drive growth and innovation across the curriculum and ensure the department remains responsive to local, regional and national skills priorities.

What You'll Do

You will provide strategic and operational leadership across the Engineering department, ensuring the delivery of a high-quality, learner-focused curriculum that meets the needs of students, employers and the wider community.

Working collaboratively with senior leaders, employers and industry partners, you will develop and grow curriculum provision, strengthen existing partnerships and identify new opportunities for commercial activity, income generation and business development.

You will drive excellence in teaching, learning and assessment, champion innovation and digital practices, and ensure continuous improvement in learner attendance, achievement, progression and overall experience.

You will also lead on departmental performance, quality assurance, staffing, budgets and resource management, ensuring the department achieves its strategic and operational objectives while maximising efficiency and sustainability.

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