Job Description

Deputy Head of Department - A Levels & Creative

Strode College

44,885 - 49,208 *Plus 28.7% Employer Pension Contribution

The person appointed to the Deputy Head of Department will have an integral role in designing and delivering outstanding provision across Education programmes for Young People, Higher Education and Adult Learning, through excellent leadership of curriculum teams and coordinating the operational delivery of provision. Working collaboratively with the Head of Department and other members of the University Centre Somerset College Group (UCS College Group), Management Team, you will be a key figurehead in managing and supporting the continued success of the department.

At the heart of the role is to support UCS College Group in delivering its vision: achieving the four overarching strategic aims that have been developed in response to the current context of local, regional and national priorities. In addition, the role will influence our response to the climate emergency, digital transformation, and our continued work to strengthen equality, diversity, and inclusion for all.?

You will play a critical role in overseeing the operational day to day running of the department, whilst supporting the Assistant Principal in achieving departmental KPIs, appropriate financial contribution and implementing a robust curriculum plan that allows for growth, meeting the needs of our students and local, regional & national skills priorities.

This is an exciting time for UCS College Group and our high-performing departments, we are seeking a proactive, dynamic and experienced practitioner to continue to relentlessly pursue the highest standards and outcomes for our students. We are passionate about teaching, learning and assessment and as such, critical to this post, the post-holder will need to be an excellent classroom practitioner, with the ability to develop and lead teaching & learning initiatives and pedagogical practice.

Critical to the values of UCS College Group, the Deputy Head position requires effective communication and people management skills. The ability to motivate, talent develop and unlock the potential of individuals and teams is critical. Being a strong team-player who is positively solution focused, with the ability to work collaboratively with leaders and managers across different areas is essential.

The UCS College Group offer a range of fantastic employee benefits including:

Generous pension scheme

Competitive holiday entitlement

Dedicated CPD days

2 wellbeing days

2-week Christmas closure

Opportunities for hybrid working

On-site discounted gym

Free parking

Discount package, this includes top retailers, supermarkets, holidays, entertainment packages and much more!

UCS College Group is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We are also a disability confident employer and we'll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments. We encourage everyone to apply who wishes to and we believe that everyone should have an equal opportunity

Closing date - Sunday 10 August 2025

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 44,885.00-49,208.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person