Director of Student Journey

Rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted and awarded an Investors in People Gold accreditation, Walsall College is one of the leading colleges in the sector and an inspirational place to work. Enhanced by two state of the art campuses with the latest industry facilities, we support over 12,000 students to achieve their dreams and employ over 700 staff. We are uniquely and proudly vocational and are committed to bringing talent to life by maximising the potential of our students and staff.

As the successful candidate you will be responsible for one of the largest support areas of the College. The Directorate provides a comprehensive range of support services which include tutorial, reception, call centre, information advice and guidance, careers education, student finance, admissions, counselling, Student Union and enrichment. It also includes the responsibility for a 63 place nursery, with an annual income averaging £420,000, which provides services to the children of students and staff.

You must have a good understanding of and demonstrable commitment to safeguarding children and adults at risk of harm, along with a detailed understanding of Ofsted/QAA and other essential kite mark processes and expectations and evidence of contributing to successful achievement. Having 5 years’ experience of successfully managing a broad range of student support services related activity in an FE setting which also has HE provision is desirable.

The ability to remain up to date with legislation and Ofsted/QAA/kite mark/safeguarding requirements and embed them into college activity, a level 5/6 or equivalent professional qualification and Safeguarding qualification are all essential for this role.

For full specification requirements please refer to the attached job description.

To apply for this position, please visit: www.walsallcollege.ac.uk/jobs

Closing date: Friday 10 April 2015 at 12 noon.

Walsall College is passionate about promoting equality of opportunity and creating a working environment where diversity is recognised and celebrated and everyone has the chance to reach their full potential. Our environment is diverse in character and student population. We particularly welcome applications from candidates from Black Minority Ethnic origin and those with a disability.

Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults is at the heart of all we do. This is reflected in our rigorous approach to the recruitment and professional development of our staff.