The Role:
As the Group Director of A Level Strategic Development, you will provide visionary leadership for A Level provision across the College Group, driving excellence in student outcomes, curriculum innovation and academic performance.
Working closely with Principals, senior leaders and curriculum teams, you will develop and implement strategies that enhance teaching, learning and assessment whilst ensuring a consistent and high-quality student experience across all campuses.
This influential role requires a strong educational leader who can use data-driven decision-making to improve achievement, lead large-scale change initiatives, develop high-performing teams and build effective partnerships with universities, employers and external stakeholders. You will play a key role in shaping the future direction of A Level education across the Group, ensuring learners are equipped to progress successfully to higher education, employment and beyond.
Key Responsibilities:
Provide strategic leadership for A Level provision across the Group.
Drive excellence in teaching, learning and assessment through innovative approaches, professional development and teacher research.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance student achievement, retention and progression outcomes.
Work collaboratively with curriculum leaders across campuses to ensure consistency, quality and innovation in delivery.
Develop and implement ambitious curriculum strategies informed by learner needs and labour market intelligence.
Manage significant budgets, resources and income targets while ensuring value for money and sustainable growth.
Lead, motivate and develop high-performing teams across multiple campuses.
Build strong partnerships with employers, universities, funding agencies and external stakeholders.
Monitor and analyse performance data to drive improvements and strategic decision making
Who You Are:
Significant leadership experience within Further Education, Sixth Form or Higher Education.
A strong track record of improving educational performance and learner outcomes.
Experience of managing large, complex curriculum areas and multi-site teams.
Excellent knowledge of A Level curriculum development, quality assurance and educational performance measures.
Strong financial and budget management skills.
Outstanding communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement abilities.
Experience of leading change, managing performance and developing staff.
A commitment to excellence, innovation and student success.
What We Offer:
Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.
About New City College:
New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.
Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.
Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.
We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.
As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.
New City College - London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.