Interim Head of Faculty (Salisbury)

The Vacancy

Interim Head of Faculty (1-Year Fixed Term)

Wiltshire College & University Centre – Salisbury Campus

Are you an inspiring education leader ready to shape the future of diverse and dynamic curriculum areas?

We are seeking an exceptional Head of Faculty to join us on an interim one-year basis, leading a wide and vibrant portfolio that includes Automotive Engineering, Beauty, Brick, Electrotechnical Technology, Engineering, Hair, Hospitality, Plumbing, Wood Occupations, Business and Information Technology.

This is a high-impact leadership opportunity at the heart of our mission to deliver outstanding education, strengthen communities, and respond to regional and national skills priorities.

About the Role

Based at our recently transformed Salisbury campus, following a £14 million investment in cutting-edge teaching and learning facilities, you will play a pivotal role in shaping an inspiring environment for students and staff alike.

As part of the campus leadership team, you will work closely with the Executive Director to set and deliver the strategic direction of the campus. You will champion curriculum excellence, elevate the quality of teaching, learning and assessment, and foster a culture built on collaboration, inclusion, and ambition.

You will also develop strong partnerships with employers, universities, and community organisations to ensure our curriculum remains responsive, innovative, and aligned to local and national skills needs—maximising student success, progression, and employability.

This is a unique opportunity to lead with vision and purpose, making a meaningful and lasting impact on education in Salisbury and beyond.

What We Offer

Salary: £45,689 – £57,133 per year (Dependent on skills, qualifications and experience)

Contract: Interim 1-Year Fixed Term, Full Time 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year

Outstanding Benefits

• Teachers’ Pension Scheme – secure your future with an excellent employer contribution
• 35 days annual leave + 8 days paid bank holidays
• Additional wellbeing closures, including a 2-week paid Christmas break
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, legal and financial advice
• Free on-site gym facilities across campuses
• Lifestyle discounts across retail, travel, leisure and technology
• Cycle-to-Work Scheme
• Ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
• Discounted meals, hair & beauty services, and reduced entry to attractions

A leadership role designed to support your career, wellbeing, and future.

What You’ll Do

• Provide strategic leadership across a diverse and dynamic faculty
• Drive curriculum development aligned to labour market intelligence and learner progression routes
• Ensure consistently high standards of teaching, learning and assessment in line with Ofsted and awarding body expectations
• Promote inclusive practice and improve outcomes for all learners
• Develop strong partnerships with employers, universities, and external stakeholders
• Lead on financial planning, curriculum efficiency, and resource management
• Inspire and develop high-performing teams, embedding a culture of excellence and continuous improvement

What You’ll Bring

• Qualified teacher status (Level 5 or above) with substantial teaching experience
• Proven leadership experience within Further Education or a similar educational setting
• A strong track record of curriculum leadership and quality improvement
• Sound understanding of Ofsted expectations, funding models, and performance frameworks
• Commitment to inclusive education and widening participation
• Excellent leadership and people management skills
• Strategic vision with a focus on innovation, growth, and responsiveness to skills needs

Why This Role?

• Lead a broad, creative and high-impact faculty
• Work within a supportive and forward-thinking senior leadership team
• Shape curriculum across multiple high-profile subject areas
• Influence learner journeys from entry level through to higher education and employment
• Join a culture that values collaboration, wellbeing, and professional growth

Make Your Next Move Matter

If you are ready to lead with vision, energy and impact in an interim leadership role, we would be delighted to hear from you.

Closing Date: 31/05/26
Interview Date: 12/06/26

Please note:

Your Application Form will be shortlisted against how your skills, qualifications and experience match the Essential and Desirable points on the Person Specification for this role, located at the bottom of this page as a downloadable document.

Vacancies may close early if sufficient applications have been received; therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible.

Safer Recruitment

Wiltshire College & University Centre follows Safer Recruitment Guidance outlined by the Department for Education in ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’. This involves conducting enhanced DBS checks, including checks against the children’s barred list, and other employment verifications, including an online presence review for shortlisted candidates.

We embrace diversity, recognising the valuable perspectives, ideas, knowledge, and cultures individuals from different backgrounds bring. Committed to safeguarding, we expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

As a Disability Confident Employer, we pledge to interview all disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for a job vacancy and assess them based on their abilities.

The Company

Wiltshire College & University Centre stands as the largest provider of further and higher education in Wiltshire, significantly contributing to the local economy by equipping individuals with essential skills for success. Our diverse curriculum spans from Level 1 to Level 6, and we operate across four main campuses located in Trowbridge, Chippenham, Salisbury, and Lackham, which specialises in land-based education.

We offer a wide array of apprenticeships, along with full-time, part-time, and university-level courses. Notably, our Castle Combe circuit facility is the UK's first trackside motorsport engineering training centre, dedicated to our Motorsport Engineering programs.