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Head of Technical Industries - Full-time

East Kent College Group

  • Ref:KCC-F105-15-T
  • Posted:02/04/2026
  • Pay:£48,113 per annum
  • Start Date:Immediate
  • App Close Date:19/04/2026 at 15:00
  • Interviews:week commencing 27/04/2026

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Lead technical education where space, ambition and opportunity go further.
Join EKC Sheppey College as Head of Technical Industries.

As a Head of Technical Industries at Sheppey College, you will lead and shape a high-impact curriculum offer at a college that's expanding. 
 
This is a particularly exciting time to join Sheppey College.  In February 2026, our £7 million purpose-built facilities opened. Student numbers are growing, and our technical offer is expanding rapidly.  Check out these LinkedIn Posts
 
 
If you have experience in teaching and leading in either Engineering, Maths, Digital and Creative Media or Construction, we want to hear from you! 
 
In your role as Head you will lead a diverse and future-focused programme area spanning a variety of subjects for 16 to 18 learners, alongsideour growing 14 to 16 Junior College provision. 

You will hold responsibility for the quality of provision across your curriculum area, actively driving excellence in teaching and learning, supporting staff development, and managing a delegated budget with confidence and purpose.

Based on the Isle of Sheppey, this role offers a rare combination of strategic influence, modern facilities and room to innovate, with the added benefit of working in a location that offers shorter commutes, open space, coastal surroundings and a strong sense of community.

Alongside our priority of excellent student experience, we also focus on our employees. Check out our benefits when working for the East Kent Colleges Group:

About You

We are looking for an ambitious leader to join our management team and play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our Technical Industries department.

You will drive high-quality curriculum delivery across a diverse range of pathways, including our 14–16 Junior College provision. You will create an environment where learners are fully supported to succeed, thrive and progress within a dynamic and engaging teaching and learning culture.

You will have experience of improving standards, underpinned by strong industry knowledge and a clear understanding of sector practice.

This is a hands-on leadership role that includes teaching, in Engineering or GCSE Maths. You will be confident in planning and delivering high-quality lessons, while maintaining a sharp focus on excellence, performance and strategic direction.

To be successful, you will:

Hold a degree-level qualification and a recognised teaching qualification (DET, PGCE or CertEd); Demonstrate good or outstanding teaching practice; Have experience of curriculum planning and development; Show a proven ability to lead and manage professional teams to deliver results

Applying is straightforward. No CV is required. Simply complete our short application form.

For an informal discussion or any queries, please email jobs@ekcgroup.ac.uk

Information about the federation

East Kent Colleges Group is a family of six community-based Colleges, nine Training Centres, three nurseries and various business units across East Kent. We’re one of the largest further education providers in the South East, with more than 1,600 staff delivering education to 15,000 students. Our mission is to play a leading role for East Kent in developing the economic and social prosperity of the diverse communities we serve.

At the heart of everything we do is community, which is critical for us as one of the largest employers in East Kent. As an education provider, we are committed to ensuring the very best for students who choose to study with us, as well as providing opportunities for those who need them most.

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  • Address:Broadstairs College ,
    Ramsgate Road,
    Broadstairs,
    Kent,
    CT101PN
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