Head of School

We have an exciting opportunity to join one of the largest and most successful colleges in Wales.

The School of Creative and Active Studies at Coleg Gwent’s Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone (Ebbw Vale) offers a diverse curriculum across a wide range of levels, from entry level to level 4. Disciplines include Art and Design, Music, Sport, Hairdressing, Beauty, Catering and Public Services. In addition the school has a new Spa Therapies provision as part of its Beauty offer and runs a Foundation degree in Games Art and Design. The Blaenau Gwent Learning Zone serves approximately 1700 learners, around 1500 of which study on full-time programmes. The department has a team of approximately 30 staff who deliver across the School.

We are seeking to appoint a Head of School to lead this important area and provide direct line management to the School. The role will focus on improving the learner experience and the drive towards improving success rates. As one of our key managers, you will provide excellent leadership to staff, setting high expectations and standards of behaviour, leading by example as an outstanding role model. You will be dynamic and energetic, with a proven track record in effective team management and an ability to inspire and motivate. You will be able to demonstrate effective and influential people management skills, together with excellent planning and organisation skills, and a good understanding of quality assurance and improvement. You will be an innovative, creative thinker with a background in at least one of the areas mentioned above or a related subject area. 

In return, the College offers many employment benefits including generous holiday entitlement, pension scheme and many on-site benefits and facilities. You will join a college that is ambitious, purposeful, committed and supportive. With good transport links, our campuses are set within reach of some of the most beautiful countryside in South Wales. If you want to make a difference, this is the place to do it. 

The College is committed to safeguarding, ensuring the safety and welfare of children and young people. Employment is subject to a satisfactory Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service and registration with the Education Workforce Council.

Closing Date: 09/06/2017

Interview Date: 22/06/2017