Head of Faculty Tutorial

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for developing exceptional tutorial and personal development provision? Newham College is seeking an experienced and visionary Head of Faculty for Tutorials to lead, shape and elevate tutorial delivery across our 16–18 study programmes and adult learning pathways.

About the role:

Reporting to the Vice Principal, you will play a pivotal cross-college role in setting and delivering a high-impact tutorial strategy. This includes managing a team of Progress Tutors and Attendance Officers at our Sixth Form Centre, and working collaboratively with curriculum leaders across East Ham, Stratford and the IoT. Your mission: to ensure our learners are supported, empowered, and equipped for success in higher education, employment, or apprenticeships.

Key responsibilities:

•Develop and implement a college-wide tutorial strategy tailored to diverse learner needs.

•Lead and manage high-performing tutorial and pastoral teams to enhance attendance, retention, and achievement.

•Forge partnerships with universities, employers, and stakeholders to enrich tutorial content and progression opportunities.

•Champion high-quality, innovative, and inclusive delivery that fosters emotional intelligence, citizenship, and personal growth.

•Ensure rigorous quality assurance, self-assessment, and continuous improvement aligned with Ofsted and college KPIs.

•Inspire a culture of high expectations and professional excellence across the faculty.

What we are looking for:

•Significant experience leading tutorial or pastoral provision in post-16 education.

•A track record of improving learner outcomes and delivering high-quality tutorial experiences.

•Strong leadership, communication, and strategic planning skills.

•Proven ability to manage staff performance, financial resources, and curriculum planning.

•A teaching qualification (or working towards) and ideally a management qualification.

Why Join Us?

Newham College is committed to social mobility, inclusion and learner success. We are on an exciting journey of transformation, and this role offers the opportunity to drive meaningful impact across our college community.

Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults

All employment offers are made subject to checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. These include (some of which are dependent on the role and the individual): Enhanced DBS including Children’s Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. You will be required to become familiar with the College's policies, and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training in relation to KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College’s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.

Recruitment Process The email account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.

All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.

Closing Date: Thursday 10th July 2025

Interview Date: W/C 14th July 2025