Group Head Of Projects

Job Description

GROUP HEAD OF PROJECTSLocation: Newcastle-under-LymeSalary:£43,307 to £48,164 (C £45k-£50k with cost of living increase) dependent on skills and experienceHours:37 hours per week, full yearIn November 2019 Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) became the first further education provider in England to achieve outstanding grades in every area of Ofsteds recently reformed Education Inspection Framework (EIF). We are one of only 3 providersin England to achieve an outstanding grade for apprenticeships delivery under the Ofsteds new inspection framework - in fact were outstanding in every inspection area.The inspection report praised all areas of the Colleges provision and acknowledged NSCGs positive, stimulating and safe learning environment, highly motivated staff, and learners exemplary behaviour and attitudes to learning. It also highlightedthe fantastic partnerships the College has with industry.To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group.The group is currently home to a population of over 5,000 full-time students and around 350 students on higher education programmes. We have over 4,000 part-time or adult learners and 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 800 individual employers.At present, we are investing c£25 million in a new Technology & Engineering facility at our Stafford site, opening September 2023. We are also leading the development of the forthcoming Stoke-on-Trent and Staffordshire Institute of Technology (IoT), a collaborativeproject also including Keele University and Burton & South Derbyshire College. This includes the further investment of around £20 million in the flagship IoT Hub, also to be based at Stafford.This post will successfully apply for and lead range of curriculum-focussed projects to support help drive and embed innovation across our College. To be successful in this post you, should have significant experience of delivering high quality curriculum,working with a range of stakeholders and a proven ability to successfully deliver successful projects. The role will focus initially on three main projects: Strategic Development Fund; Institute of Technology and Lego Education Innovation Studio. It is anticipatedthat the post-holder will combine a creative, inspirational approach to developing and securing funding for new projects with a pragmatic, delivery-focussed approach to ensure successful delivery of projects and the embedding of new practices within NSCG.Main Duties and Responsibilities:

• Identify and contribute to applications for projects and activities that align with NSCGs strategic direction, including collaborative projects where appropriate.
• Manage the successful delivery of a number of projects as agreed with the Director of IoT and Employer Partnerships.
• Develop delivery plans, project milestones and impact measures for the agreed projects.
• Liaise with internal/external colleagues and partners to ensure successful project delivery and compliance with administrative arrangements.
• Liaise with funding organisations and relevant organisations to ensure projects meet performance and administrative requirements.
• Put in place and implement appropriate monitoring, evidence and evaluation arrangements for each project.

Required Skills and Experience:

• Holds an appropriate degree or equivalent qualification.
• Has relevant curriculum focused project management experience.
• Is able to communicate effectively with colleagues, employers and other parties and can act as a credible and enthusiastic advocate for the College externally.
• Is creative in developing innovative projects that can deliver tangible improvements to benefit students with both internal and external stakeholders;

Get in touchIf you wish to have an informal discussion prior to your application, please contact Jason Lancaster (Director of Institute of Technology and Employer Partnerships) at jason.lancaster@nscg.ac.uk who will arrange an appointment for you to visit the Collegeand answer any initial questions you may have.Whats in it for youThe college offers and excellent benefits package which includes:

• Inclusion in either the Local Government Pension Fund or Teachers Pension Scheme as appropriate
• Excellent Training and Development Opportunities
• 35 days annual leave (plus bank holidays and Christmas closure period)

How to applyTo apply for the role of Group Head of Projects, please click Apply Now to complete an online application form.(If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an e-mail and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website).The closing date for completed applications is Sunday 9th October 2022.Interviews to be held week commencing 17th October 2022This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from theRehabilitation of Offenders Act.As an equal opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all sectors of the community.