SECTEC Head of Operations - Fixed-Term Contract
North Kent College, Lower Higham Road, Gravesend, Kent, DA12 2JJ23 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
25 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
2 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Leadership and management
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time: 37 hours per hour, 52 weeks per annum
Contract type
- Fixed term - This project is funded by the Department for Education until 31st March 2029, with funding contracts to NKC Group confirmed annually. This role is therefore offered initially as a fixed term contract until 31 March 2027, with the intention to extend annually by mutual agreement to 31 March 2029.
Full time equivalent salary
- £60,000 per annum
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you an experienced operational leader passionate about technical education, construction skills, employer engagement and regional workforce development?
The South East Construction Technical Excellence College (SECTEC) is seeking an ambitious Head of SECTEC Operations to lead the operational delivery and coordination of a pioneering programme transforming construction education and skills across nine counties.
You will play a central role in the delivery of the Teacher Industry Exchange (TIE) programme, working with further education providers, construction employers, industry bodies, Employer Representative Bodies and strategic partners to strengthen collaboration between industry and education.
You will lead the day-to-day operation of SECTEC and TIE, translating strategic priorities into effective delivery across the South East. You will develop and implement delivery plans, establish robust processes and systems, monitor performance against KPIs, manage budgets and contracts, and ensure programme activity delivers meaningful outcomes for employers, education providers and learners.
A key focus will be building and sustaining a strong regional network, supporting partners to overcome barriers to participation, sharing good practice and ensuring consistent and effective delivery across the programme.
You will also lead the TIE central team, coordinate regional partners, oversee governance and reporting, and work closely with the SECTEC Executive Director and Director of the Regional Knowledge Centre to ensure strong alignment between programme delivery, evaluation and wider SECTEC activity.
An important part of the role will be supporting the development of a sustainable delivery model for TIE beyond the current funding period, identifying opportunities to strengthen partnerships, resources and collaboration so that the programme can achieve a lasting legacy.
This is a unique opportunity to play a pivotal role in a flagship Department for Education initiative addressing construction skills shortages, strengthening technical education and supporting the ambition to build 1.5 million new homes.
If you are an operationally strong, collaborative and influential leader who can bring people together, establish effective systems and turn ambitious programmes into measurable impact, we would love to hear from you.
What the college offers its staff
In addition to a competitive salary, you can expect the following benefits here at NKC Group:
- 40 days’ annual leave, plus bank holidays (pro rata for part-time contracts).
- Enrolment onto the People’s Partnership pension scheme (as part of the staff of North Kent College Business Services Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of North Kent College).
- Access to free parking and a number of onsite facilities, including gyms, restaurants and coffee shops.
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
Apply for the job by following the link below.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
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About North Kent College
- 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
- Website
- North Kent College website
- Email address
- hr@northkent.ac.uk
North Kent Colleges Group is proudly rated as an Ofsted ‘Good’ provider, with ‘Outstanding’ learner behaviours and attitudes (April 2024). With four campuses across Kent and over 4,000 students, we strive to equip the young people who study here with an inclusive and innovative education experience to enhance their future career prospects, which, as noted by Ofsted, is supported through our high-quality, industry standard facilities. Each and every staff member plays a key part in delivering the success of our learners’ experience, and we want those who join our curriculum and support teams to share our passion in achieving this.
Arranging a visit to North Kent College
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email hr@northkent.ac.uk.
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