Head of Department - Digital Industries

Leeds City College are recruiting for a Head of Digital Industries to join our Printworks Management Team. 

Are you passionate about shaping the future of young minds and driving excellence in education? Do you thrive in a dynamic environment and aspire to contribute to the success of both learners and the college community?

If so, we invite you to explore a rewarding career opportunity as the Head of Digital Industries at our esteemed Printworks Campus.

Our college is at the forefront of education, fostering a culture of high performance and support. We take pride in our commitment to delivering exceptional learning experiences and preparing students for the challenges of the modern world. As we continue to excel, we are seeking a dynamic and dedicated professional to join our accomplished Printworks Management Team.

What You Will Do

As the Head of Digital Industries you will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing our Digital and IT programmes. This challenging yet fulfilling position requires determination, commitment, visibility and a proven track record of success in curriculum management within the Further Education sector. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing the operational management and strategic planning of a wide range of Digital and IT programmes including 16- 19, Adults, Apprenticeships and employer led programmes. 

This role requires hands on leadership to drive the team to enhance the digital offering, supporting open events, interviews and ensuring success for our students

Key Responsibilities include:

• Oversee the Digital and IT department, driving the development of a relevant and impactful curriculum.
• Provide evidence of proven success data, demonstrating a commitment to high standards and quality-driven outcomes.
• Lead initiatives that positively impact learner achievement and enhance the overall learner journey.
• Collaborate with the Management Team to shape and drive the college's offerings in Digital and IT
• Enhance the apprentice and employer experience through effective leadership and programme development.
• Take accountability for the effective and efficient management of budgetary responsibilities in accordance with the College’s financial regulations
• Lead and model outstanding teaching, learning and assessment
• All heads of department are required to be part of a rota for campus management.

About You

• Recent experience in a key management position within the Further Education sector.
• A track record of successful curriculum management, ideally with experience in quality improvement in Digital and IT .
• Proven ability to provide direction and leadership that inspires confidence and commitment from others.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, fostering positive relationships to drive continuous improvement.

If you are ready to make a significant impact on the lives and opportunities of young people and meet the criteria outlined above, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. For an informal discussion or to arrange a visit, please contact Lee Pryor Principal Printworks Campus lee.pryor@luminate.ac.uk.

Benefits

There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
• Support Staff 39 days
• Academic 44 days
• Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
• Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). 
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities -  including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. 

We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives. To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES

We kindly request that recruitment agencies do not forward any unsolicited CVs in relation to any of our advertised roles or speculatively. If we require support with any of our vacancies we will get in touch with agencies directly.

• We do not recognise submissions of unsolicited or speculative CV applications from recruitment agencies.
• We shall not be liable for any fee / commission in the event we employ a candidate that may have been submitted as an unsolicited/speculative application from an uninstructed recruitment agency.