Job Description

About Newham College:

Newham College stands as Londons leading and most successful institution for vocational education, consistently recognised for excellence. For five consecutive years, the Department for Education has named Newham College the top-performing large Further Education (FE) college in the area.

We are seeking a passionate and strategic leader to join our Senior Leadership Team as

Vice Principal of Adults & Skills

.

About the Role:

This is a pivotal leadership role with oversight of a wide-ranging adult and skills curriculum, including:

Apprenticeships & Adult Learning Programmes Higher Education via the London City Institute of Technology (LCIoT) Construction, Engineering & Green Technologies Business Development, Commercial Activity & Employer Engagement Strategic Bidding, Project Oversight, and Work Placement Management Local Skills Improvement Plan leadership
You will be responsible for ensuring these provisions meet the highest standards, align with local and national priorities, and support our vision of delivering world-class education that empowers our learners and strengthens our communities.

What We're Looking For:

We're seeking an innovative and collaborative leader who can:

Develop and deliver a responsive, inclusive adult curriculum Drive business development and income generation Lead on strategic partnerships, stakeholder engagement, and funding opportunities Align college strategy with local economic and employment needs Be accountable for quality assurance and compliance, including Ofsted preparedness

Essential Experience & Skills:

Extensive leadership experience in FE/HE, particularly in adult and employer-led provision Strong understanding of adult and apprenticeship funding models Demonstrated success in securing and delivering externally funded projects A degree and relevant teaching or assessing qualifications Strategic vision, exceptional communication skills, and a commitment to equality, sustainability, and student success

Why Join Us?

Newham College is on a transformational journey--expanding opportunity, investing in cutting-edge facilities, and becoming a hub for innovation and community development. As Vice Principal, you will help shape the future of adult learning and skills training in one of the most diverse and vibrant parts of the UK.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College&s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. All posts in the College are subject to a List 99 check and Disclosure and Barring Service check at Enhanced Level.

Recruitment Process

The email account you use to apply will be used for recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early, should we receive sufficient applications.

Closing Date: 17th August 2025

Interview Date: To Be Confirmed

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: 95,000.00 per year

Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person

Reference ID: ATR797