37 hours per week
We are looking for a Head of School who will provide visible, ambitious and values-led leadership. The successful candidate will create the conditions for high-quality teaching, learning and assessment; strong learner attendance, retention and attainment; and a culture in which staff are supported, challenged and empowered to improve.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and shape Engineering & Computing provision at Crosskeys Campus. The Head of School will have responsibility for curriculum quality and performance, staff leadership and development, effective resource deployment, employer engagement and ensuring that provision remains responsive to local and regional skills priorities.
We look forward to receiving your application and wish you every success with your application.
The ability to use the Welsh language at a basic level (or willingness to undertake training) is desirable.
Applications may be submitted in Welsh and will not be treated less favourably than applications submitted in English.
Requirements & Compliance
• Safeguarding: Appointment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced DBS check and EWC registration (costs covered by the candidate).
• Qualifications: Lecturers must hold or be willing to achieve a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE) within a set period.
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
Coleg Gwent is an anti-racist, Disability Confident Employer committed to equality under the Equality Act 2010. We welcome all identities and neurodiverse talent, particularly encouraging applications from underrepresented groups (Minority Ethnic, Female, LGBTQ+, and people with disabilities). Support includes six staff networks (Race, LGBTQ+, Disability, etc.) and an ED&I steering group.
Staff Wellbeing
We provide comprehensive health support, including:
• Subsidised gym access and wellbeing activities.
• Access to the Headspace app and mental health champions.
• Accessible campuses and prayer rooms.
Closing Date: 07/10/26
Interview Date: 16/10/2026
Coleg Gwent is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration with the Education Workforce Council if appropriate
Mae Coleg Gwent wedi ymrwymo i ddiogelu a hyrwyddo lles plant, pobl ifanc ac oedolion agored i niwed ac mae'n disgwyl i'r holl staff a gwirfoddolwyr rannu'r ymrwymiad hwn. Mae cyflogaeth yn amodol ar Ddatgeliad Manwl boddhaol gan y Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd a chofrestriad gyda Chyngor y Gweithlu Addysg os yn briodol.
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