Head of Faculty - Higher Skills

Head of Faculty - Higher Skills

Application Deadline: 13 October 2026

Department: Higher Education

Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time

Location: Hugh Baird College - Main Campus

Compensation: £47,645 - £51,082 / year

Description

Head of Faculty - Higher Skills

Hugh Baird University Centre, Balliol Road, Liverpool, L20 7EW

Full-Time Permanent

50 days holiday in addition to bank holidays

£47,645 - £51,082 per annum

Teachers’ Pension Scheme

Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits

Interviews will be held on Friday 16th October

Join an Outstanding Team

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

Lead a Faculty. Inspire a Team. Transform Futures.

Are you an ambitious and experienced educational leader ready to make a significant impact?

Hugh Baird University is seeking a Head of Faculty to lead a diverse and high-profile curriculum area, driving excellence in teaching, learning and student achievement.

This is a fantastic opportunity to shape the educational experience of people while leading and developing talented teaching staff within a thriving Higher Education environment. You\'ll play a pivotal role in setting standards, driving continuous improvement and ensuring students achieve their full potential.

Interested candidates are advised to apply early, as the vacancy will close once the right candidate is found.

About the Role

As Head of Faculty, you will provide strategic and operational leadership across a facility creating a culture where high expectations, innovation and collaboration thrive.

Lead the implementation of all objectives specific to the role in key areas:

• Meeting learner achievement and progress targets in line with College KPIs across the provision within scope
• Meeting targets pertaining to learner attendance and punctuality in line with agreed KPIs.
• Meeting targets related to learner progress including achievement of high grades and progress, value added and other relevant performance measure
• Meeting targets determined by the Access & Participation Plan
• Development of the faculty business plan, curriculum offer and future delivery in response to learner, community, employer and skills needs

About You

We are looking for a confident and credible educational leader who can motivate others and deliver measurable impact.

You will bring:

• A degree and recognised teaching qualification.
• Proven experience of leading curriculum quality improvement.
• Successful management experience in the Higher Education Sector
• A track record of raising standards and improving performance.
• Strong understanding of achievement, progress measures and value-added performance.
• Experience of managing and developing staff to achieve ambitious goals.
• Excellent communication, coaching and leadership skills.
• A passion for student success and an unwavering commitment to educational excellence.

Please refer to the person specification for further details.

Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance

Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

Medicash

Access to Medicash’s health plans which are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.

Pension Scheme

You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.

Professional Development

We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.

Industrial Commercial Updates

Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.

Reward and Recognition

Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.

Lifestyle Fitness Gym

You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.

Health and Wellbeing

You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.

Travel

You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.

Retail Discounts

You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.

Blue Light Card

You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.

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