Head of Faculty – English, Maths & ESOL
Wiltshire College and University Centre, Chippenham Campus, Cocklebury Road, Chippenham, Wiltshire, SN15 3QD6 days remaining to apply
Start date details
We are seeking someone to join us from January 2027, or earlier/later by mutual agreement.
Closing date
9 September 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
3 September 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teacher or lecturer
- Leadership and management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Subjects
- English, English as a foreign language, Mathematics, People management
Working pattern
- Full time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £45,689 - £57,133 per annum (Head of Faculty Grade 2-9, dependent on qualifications, skills and experience)
What skills and experience we're looking for
Head of Faculty - English, Maths & ESOL
Wiltshire College & University Centre ¦ Cross College Role (Based at Chippenham with Travel Across Campuses)
Lead the Curriculum That Changes Lives
Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking an exceptional educational leader to take the helm of one of our most influential curriculum areas as Head of Faculty for English, Maths & ESOL.
This is far more than a leadership role. It is an opportunity to transform lives, shape futures, and drive excellence across a faculty that sits at the heart of learner success.
As one of the largest and most ambitious providers of Further and Higher Education in the region, we deliver learning across our campuses in Chippenham, Lackham, Salisbury and Trowbridge, serving diverse communities and supporting learners from every background to unlock their potential. Supported by dedicated Deputy Heads at each campus, you will lead a high-profile faculty that has a direct impact on progression, employability, social mobility and lifelong learning.
Working closely with the Executive Director and college leadership teams, you will set the strategic direction for English, Mathematics and ESOL provision, champion innovation, drive outstanding outcomes, and inspire colleagues to achieve excellence.
This is a rare opportunity to shape curriculum strategy on a significant scale while making a meaningful difference to thousands of learners across Wiltshire.
Why This Role Matters
English, Maths and ESOL are transformational subjects. They open doors, build confidence, create opportunities and provide the foundation for future success.
As Head of Faculty, you will:
- Drive an ambitious vision for curriculum excellence across all campuses.
- Lead innovative approaches to teaching, learning and learner engagement.
- Champion inclusion and widen participation for learners from diverse communities.
- Develop curriculum provision that responds to local, regional and national priorities.
- Build strong partnerships with schools, employers, community organisations and key stakeholders.
- Create a culture where colleagues thrive and learners exceed expectations.
Your leadership will help shape the future of education across Wiltshire and beyond.
What You'll Do
As a strategic leader within the college, you will:
- Lead the faculty vision for English, Maths and ESOL across all campuses.
- Drive quality improvements that deliver exceptional learner achievement and progression.
- Ensure teaching, learning and assessment consistently meet the highest standards.
- Develop innovative curriculum pathways aligned to local skills priorities and learner demand.
- Use data and performance insight to inform strategy and continuous improvement.
- Manage resources effectively to ensure sustainable growth and operational excellence.
- Lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams through inspirational leadership and coaching.
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability and learner-centred practice.
What You'll Bring
We're looking for a leader who combines strategic thinking with a genuine passion for education.
You will have:
- A recognised teaching qualification at Level 5 or above.
- Significant leadership experience within Further Education or a comparable setting.
- A proven track record of improving quality, learner outcomes and curriculum performance.
- Experience leading English, Maths and/or ESOL provision.
- Strong knowledge of Ofsted expectations, funding methodologies and quality frameworks.
- Outstanding people leadership skills and the ability to inspire and develop others.
- A commitment to inclusive education and widening participation.
- The vision, resilience and ambition to lead transformational change.
Why Join Wiltshire College & University Centre?
At Wiltshire College & University Centre, you'll be joining an organisation with ambition, purpose and a strong commitment to helping every learner achieve more than they thought possible.
This role offers:
✨ The opportunity to lead curriculum areas that truly change lives
✨ Strategic influence across a large and growing college group
✨ A collaborative and supportive senior leadership team
✨ The chance to shape educational provision for communities across Wiltshire
✨ The ability to create lasting impact for learners, employers and the wider region
✨ A culture that values innovation, inclusion, wellbeing and professional growth
What the college offers its staff
⭐ Outstanding Benefits Package
- Teachers' Pension Scheme
- 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Additional college closure and wellbeing days, including a two-week paid Christmas closure
- Employee Assistance Programme providing 24/7 wellbeing, legal and financial support
- Free access to on-site gyms across multiple campuses
- Cycle-to-Work Scheme
- Staff discounts on retail, travel, technology and leisure
- Ongoing professional development, leadership training and career progression opportunities
- Discounted catering, hair and beauty treatments, and attraction entry
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
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- Organisation type
- FE College, ages 16 to 99
- Education phase
- Sixth form or FE college
- Size
- No information available
- Age range
- 16 to 99
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- laura.taylor@wiltshire.ac.uk
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