Head of Department for Foundation and NEET
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This role may qualify for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2312 is an eligible occupation, but we are only 40% sure that is the right code. East Coast College is a licensed sponsor, so if the code fits, the role should qualify. Check the occupation eligibility rules against what the job actually involves.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 2312 (Further education teaching professionals) · 40% match
- Possible 1139 (Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified) · 34% match
- Likely 2321 (Head teachers and principals) · 13% match
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| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2312 Further education teaching professionals Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
1139 Functional managers and directors not elsewhere classified Also possible | £52,300 Clears | £59,700 Misses | £67,200 Misses | £74,700 Misses |
2321 Head teachers and principals Also possible | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
Job Title: Head of Department for Foundation and NEET.
Location: Great Yarmouth & Lowestoft Campus.
Hours: 37 Hours - Full Time - 1.0 FTE
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Band M ( £46,675.20 - £52,509.60 FTE)
Are you an inspiring educational leader with a passion for transforming lives through further education? East Coast College is seeking an ambitious and innovative Head of Department to lead our Foundation and NEET provision, driving high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
This is a key leadership role where you will shape a diverse and inclusive curriculum, motivate and develop teaching teams, and ensure every learner is supported to achieve their full potential. Working closely with senior leaders, you will drive quality improvement, curriculum innovation and student success whilst ensuring provision meets the needs of learners, employers and the wider community.
As Head of Department, you will lead the curriculum area, driving high performance through effective use of data, resource management, and a culture of excellence, accountability and collaboration. You will support staff development, improve outcomes, and ensure programmes meet local and industry needs.
We are looking for an experienced educational leader with a strong understanding of the FE sector, quality assurance requirements, curriculum development and safeguarding responsibilities. You will possess excellent leadership skills, a commitment to raising standards and a proven ability to inspire teams to deliver outstanding experiences for learners.
Key needs from you and the role;
Location: Great Yarmouth & Lowestoft Campus.
Hours: 37 Hours - Full Time - 1.0 FTE
Contract: Permanent
Salary: Band M ( £46,675.20 - £52,509.60 FTE)
Are you an inspiring educational leader with a passion for transforming lives through further education? East Coast College is seeking an ambitious and innovative Head of Department to lead our Foundation and NEET provision, driving high standards of teaching, learning and student achievement.
This is a key leadership role where you will shape a diverse and inclusive curriculum, motivate and develop teaching teams, and ensure every learner is supported to achieve their full potential. Working closely with senior leaders, you will drive quality improvement, curriculum innovation and student success whilst ensuring provision meets the needs of learners, employers and the wider community.
As Head of Department, you will lead the curriculum area, driving high performance through effective use of data, resource management, and a culture of excellence, accountability and collaboration. You will support staff development, improve outcomes, and ensure programmes meet local and industry needs.
We are looking for an experienced educational leader with a strong understanding of the FE sector, quality assurance requirements, curriculum development and safeguarding responsibilities. You will possess excellent leadership skills, a commitment to raising standards and a proven ability to inspire teams to deliver outstanding experiences for learners.
Key needs from you and the role;
- Lead and develop a high-performing curriculum team, driving excellent teaching, learning, assessment and student outcomes.
- Use performance data and quality processes effectively to improve recruitment, retention, achievement, progression and learner satisfaction.
- Develop innovative and inclusive curriculum provision that meets the needs of learners, employers and the college's strategic objectives.
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- Teaching qualification and evidence of continuous professional development.
- Degree qualification/ relevant industry experience.
- Experience of working within Further Education.
- Proven success in raising standards and leading quality improvement.
- Experience of coaching, mentoring and developing staff.
- Understanding of FE quality assurance requirements and safeguarding legislation.
- 38 days holiday FTE (including bank holidays)
- Generous Pension - 18% Employer Contribution
- Free gym and swim membership
- Discounted access to campus salon and restaurant
We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
- Please note that all applications are assessed solely on the information provided within the application form. CVs are not used in the shortlisting process.
- East Coast College require all staff to hold a minimum Level 2 or equivalent in English and maths, and be able to evidence this.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and you will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced DBS check with barred list. If you have information to declare it may be protected under the Exceptions Orders and you may not be required to declare it. You will be asked to make a criminal conviction declaration if you are shortlisted for the post. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website.
All applications are reviewed and scored against the essential and desirable criteria as set out in the job
description and person specification to determine a shortlist. Shortlisted applications will be invited to interview and to complete a self-declaration and disclosure form. Information relating to the interview format will be shared and confirmed prior to the scheduled interview taking place and will facilitate any requested adjustments.
All offers of employment are conditional and subject to the successful completion of pre-employment checks, including at least two references, safeguarding and suitability checks, and an Enhanced DBS check where required.
We will hold and process any personal data, including sensitive (special category) personal data, relating to you in accordance with our legal obligations, in the manner set out in the Privacy Notice for Staff and in accordance with our Data Protection Policy, which is set out on the College’s website. You should familiarise yourself with our Data Protection Policy (and all other subsidiary policies to it) and comply with them at all times. Neither the Privacy Notice for Staff nor those policies form a part of your contract of employment.
All offers of employment are conditional and subject to the successful completion of pre-employment checks, including at least two references, safeguarding and suitability checks, and an Enhanced DBS check where required.
We will hold and process any personal data, including sensitive (special category) personal data, relating to you in accordance with our legal obligations, in the manner set out in the Privacy Notice for Staff and in accordance with our Data Protection Policy, which is set out on the College’s website. You should familiarise yourself with our Data Protection Policy (and all other subsidiary policies to it) and comply with them at all times. Neither the Privacy Notice for Staff nor those policies form a part of your contract of employment.
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Where this offer sits in the market
Further education teaching professionals (SOC 2312) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~43k in sampleSOC 2312
- Middle half £36,712–51,948
- Median £43,056
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