Job Description

University College Birmingham

Birmingham
66,558 - 67,558 per year

Salary:

https://www.ucb.ac.uk/about-us/work-for-us/rewards-and-benefits/

Job type:

Full Time, Permanent

Start date:

01 November 2025

Apply by:

12 October 2025

Job overview

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University College Birmingham 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.





Working closely with staff, students, and industry partners, you'll help embed high-quality teaching and learning, strong employer engagement, and a culture of innovation.

We're 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.

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University College Birmingham

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University College Birmingham

Summer Row, Birmingham
West Midlands
B3 1JB
United Kingdom

+44 121 604 1000

Who are we?

We are University College Birmingham Sixth Form Centre, we opened in the city centre in September 2024 teaching an A-level curriculum. We are unashamedly ambitious and strive for the best academic outcomes for our students, explicitly teaching character education so students are prepared to live purposeful, flourishing lives.



We have a unique opportunity to work together to develop provision that combines the knowledge rich content of A-level with the contextual learning opportunities provided by University College Birmingham, a University recognised locally and internationally for its vocational excellence, with world class facilities for you to integrate into your curriculum.



Facilities | University College Birmingham (ucb.ac.uk)

Starting small in year 1, we aim to grow to accommodate up to 700 students in our third year in our 5.5 million state-of- the- art Sixth Form Centre, with a curriculum that aligns with the strengths of University, underpinned by support from the University's professional services' team.



Student Support | University College Birmingham (ucb.ac.uk)

We will widen horizons and foster aspiration through an enrichment programme that educates students in the needs of the local and global economy, ignites their passions, and gives them the expert advice they need to choose careers where they can make their mark.



We understand you are our greatest asset, and have a commitment to your career development and your personal wellbeing, offering an enhanced benefit package which can include funded post graduate and professional qualifications.



You can find out more about University College Birmingham, its rich history and future vision here:



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