Head of Section - Kingston Upon Thames, United Kingdom - Kingston College

Kingston College
Kingston College
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Kingston College are seeking a Head of Section to lead and manage the Engineering section and be a member of the School Management Group (SMG).


The Head of Section and other members of the SMG are responsible for communicating the policies and procedures we agree and adopt, and then ensuring that all staff deliver them to a high quality and comply with the expectations set.


The Head of Section will contribute to the teaching of programmes offered within the section, with a main focus on the BTEC level 3 provision, to ensure students receive a first-class experience that enables them to progress and attain their qualificationsat high levels.

The section delivers a range of Engineering programmes from level 2 up to HNC/D.


As Head of Section, you will need to have a sound knowledge of the curriculum offered and a firm grasp of current and impending changes to the curriculum.

You will need to understand the process of curriculum development, accreditation and validation, andhave knowledge of the funding mechanisms management and how these affect the School's provision.


A teaching qualification is not essential; however, we would like you to be recognised as a good or better teacher and be willing to undergo teaching training in line with current regulations.


South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.


The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 37 days plus up to 7 additional days over Christmas/New Year as well as an additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees' physical and mental health.

There is an excellent pension scheme thatreceives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme), subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training plus a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.


The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017.

South Thames Colleges Group is one of London's largest providers of post-16 education and trainingand is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities.

We aim to put students' success at the heart of everything we do.


We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.

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