Head of Campus (Penwith)

We are one of the highest performing colleges nationally on all courses at all levels, rated Ofsted ‘Outstanding’.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced individual to take the next step in their leadership journey. The Head of Campus role will develop even the most experienced educator and allow the individual to make a significant impact on the educational experience of vulnerable young people in the West Cornwall area.

You will be based at our re-developed campus in Penzance, Penwith. Our Penwith campus was created following a major £30million redevelopment, incorporating historic buildings with state-of-the-art facilities. Situated in an elevated position in the heart of Penzance, Penwith offers a diverse range of provision for 16–19-year-olds and adult learners, including part-time courses and Higher Education courses.

This new role will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Penwith Campus which will include school liaison, school taster days, safeguarding, lead on student discipline, timetable operation and rooming, admissions, lettings and events, community engagement, premises, cleaning and security, health and safety and UCAS along with line management responsibility of operational staff and the PPD and GCSE/Functional Skills teaching teams. 

It is essential that the successful candidate has the ability to lead, support and motivate staff members and build good relationships with stakeholders, students and employers along with a personal history of successful involvement in educational and operational management.

We offer a generous package with benefits including 40 days annual leave plus bank holidays and College closure days, teacher pension scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts.

Interviews are likely to take place week commencing Monday, 11 July 2022.

Closing date: 12 Noon, Monday, 4 July 2022

Curriculum Vitae are not accepted, Application Forms only.  

Successful candidates will be notified within four weeks of the closing date. 

Truro and Penwith College is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo a Criminal Record (DBS) check and past employment checks.