Salary - £39,777- £44,704 per annum
Hours - 37 hours per week
Contract - Permanent
Location - Peterborough
Closing Date - 12th February 2026
Are you a passionate educator with the drive to shape the future of Computing education?
At Peterborough College, we put students at the heart of everything we do. We are seeking an inspirational Assistant Head of Faculty to join our leadership team. This is a pivotal role designed for a highly effective teacher with a proven track record of excellence, ready to step into a leadership position that directly impacts the skills and destinations of our learners.
The Role
Working closely with the Head of Faculty, you will lead our Computing curriculum with conviction. You won't just manage; you will inspire. Your focus will be on ensuring our curriculum is fit for the future—meeting the rapidly evolving needs of the digital industry and the local economy.
Key Responsibilities Include:
- Curriculum Innovation: Engaging with qualification reforms to ensure our Computing portfolio is industry-relevant and high-quality.
- Quality Excellence: Driving robust quality assurance processes and embedding continuous improvement across all TLA (Teaching, Learning, and Assessment).
- Team Leadership: Line managing and supporting delivery staff, fostering a culture of professional development and high performance.
- Stakeholder Engagement: Building strong networks with awarding bodies and local employers to create elite employment opportunities for our students.
- Operational Management: Managing staff timetables, recruitment targets, and student progress to ensure the faculty runs at peak efficiency.
About You
You are an experienced Computing educator who understands the nuances of the FE sector. You have:
- A full teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, or equivalent) and a relevant degree or professional industry qualification.
- The ability to deliver high-quality TLA across multiple levels.
- A "can-do" attitude towards change, particularly regarding Ofsted readiness and MIS data accuracy.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate both staff and students.
Why Join Us?
We offer a supportive environment where your professional growth is a priority.
- Generous Leave: 37 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
- Pension: Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
- Environment: A collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to the success of the Peterborough community.
IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.
Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.