Director of Higher Education
Hull College
Date: 6 days ago
City: Kingston upon Hull, England
Salary:
£30,870.61
-
£36,157.5
per year
Contract type: Part time
Hull
Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary: £50,762 - £59,459 FTE (Actual Salary £30,870.61 - £36,157.50 pro rata per annum )
Annual Leave: 27 days per annum (including bank holiday and efficiency closure)
Join Hull College and Lead the Way in Supporting Learners!
Hull College is seeking an ambitious, strategic, and inspiring Director of Higher Education and Registry to lead the next chapter of our Higher Education (HE) provision. Reporting directly to the Vice Principal for Quality and Learner Experience, this is a pivotal senior leadership role that offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on student outcomes, regional growth, and the evolution of an Institute of Higher Education at the heart of our community. If you're driven to create an environment where every learner can thrive, we want to hear from you!
Role Purpose:
As Director of Higher Education and Registry, you will lead the strategic development, quality assurance, and operational delivery of HE across the College. You will be responsible for shaping a high-quality, inclusive, and future-focused HE offer that meets the needs of learners, employers, and regional partners.
You will act as the institutional HE Registrar, leading the HE Registry function and ensuring full compliance with the Office for Students (OfS) and QAA requirements. You will also oversee governance structures, support curriculum innovation, and champion the student voice, driving continuous improvement across all aspects of the HE learner journey.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader who is passionate about higher education in further education settings and has a strong track record of success in regulatory compliance, academic leadership, and partnership development.
Why Join Us?
Hull College is a thriving institution, dedicated to providing high-quality education and support to learners from diverse backgrounds. As Director of Higher Education, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our learners and ensuring they receive the best possible support to achieve their ambitions.
We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where your expertise and leadership will be valued and celebrated.
Key Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge then we want to hear from you! Click ‘Apply’ now and start laying the foundation for a rewarding career with Hull College.
Hull College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to contribute to the delivery of their safeguarding strategy and values. In addition, these posts require the colleague to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Please note that this post is subject to regulated activity.
We at Hull College prioritise digital proficiency; all new staff should either be skilled or open to training, looking forward to hearing from you on the last point.
Please be aware that this vacancy may close earlier dependent on the level of applications received so if you do wish to be considered we recommend that you complete the application as promptly as possible.
Working Hours: 22.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year
Salary: £50,762 - £59,459 FTE (Actual Salary £30,870.61 - £36,157.50 pro rata per annum )
Annual Leave: 27 days per annum (including bank holiday and efficiency closure)
Join Hull College and Lead the Way in Supporting Learners!
Hull College is seeking an ambitious, strategic, and inspiring Director of Higher Education and Registry to lead the next chapter of our Higher Education (HE) provision. Reporting directly to the Vice Principal for Quality and Learner Experience, this is a pivotal senior leadership role that offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on student outcomes, regional growth, and the evolution of an Institute of Higher Education at the heart of our community. If you're driven to create an environment where every learner can thrive, we want to hear from you!
Role Purpose:
As Director of Higher Education and Registry, you will lead the strategic development, quality assurance, and operational delivery of HE across the College. You will be responsible for shaping a high-quality, inclusive, and future-focused HE offer that meets the needs of learners, employers, and regional partners.
You will act as the institutional HE Registrar, leading the HE Registry function and ensuring full compliance with the Office for Students (OfS) and QAA requirements. You will also oversee governance structures, support curriculum innovation, and champion the student voice, driving continuous improvement across all aspects of the HE learner journey.
This is an exceptional opportunity for a visionary leader who is passionate about higher education in further education settings and has a strong track record of success in regulatory compliance, academic leadership, and partnership development.
Why Join Us?
Hull College is a thriving institution, dedicated to providing high-quality education and support to learners from diverse backgrounds. As Director of Higher Education, you will play a vital role in shaping the future of our learners and ensuring they receive the best possible support to achieve their ambitions.
We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment where your expertise and leadership will be valued and celebrated.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the strategic development and growth of Higher Education in alignment with Hull College’s strategic plan and regional skills priorities.
- Establish and oversee an Institute of Higher Education with a distinct and inclusive identity.
- Act as institutional HE Registrar and main contact for the Office for Students and QAA.
- Drive innovation in curriculum design, progression pathways, and academic delivery.
- Lead quality assurance, governance, and academic standards for all HE provision.
- Inspire a culture of scholarly activity, teaching excellence, and student engagement.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to strengthen the HE brand and regional influence.
- Provide effective leadership to HE teams and ensure robust performance reporting and data management.
- Foster the development of learning support across FE, HE, apprenticeships, and 14-16 provisions.
- Work closely with Admissions, SENCOs, and external agencies to ensure smooth transitions for learners.
- Promote equality, diversity, and safeguarding in all aspects of the learner support services.
- Manage learner disclosure processes and ensure compliance with Health and Safety regulations.
- Support the professional development of staff and contribute to the College’s Business Planning process.
- Career Growth: You’ll be part of a college that’s committed to YOUR professional development just as much as the success of our learners.
- Join a Visionary Team: Hull College is dedicated to delivering the very best experience for both learners and staff, creating a workplace where innovation thrives.
Qualifications:
- Honours degree (essential); master’s degree or equivalent (desirable)
- Full teaching qualification
- Evidence of continued professional development
- Proven senior-level experience in managing HE within a further education environment
- Strong background in academic governance, compliance, and quality assurance
- Track record of developing and delivering successful HE curricula
- Experience in building strategic partnerships and influencing at senior levels
- In-depth knowledge of the UK HE regulatory landscape, including OfS and QAA
- Strategic thinker with the ability to lead change and deliver operational excellence
- Exceptional communication and leadership skills
- Passionate about widening participation, student success, and inclusive education
If you’re ready to take on this exciting challenge then we want to hear from you! Click ‘Apply’ now and start laying the foundation for a rewarding career with Hull College.
Hull College is committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All colleagues are expected to contribute to the delivery of their safeguarding strategy and values. In addition, these posts require the colleague to undertake an enhanced disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Please note that this post is subject to regulated activity.
We at Hull College prioritise digital proficiency; all new staff should either be skilled or open to training, looking forward to hearing from you on the last point.
Please be aware that this vacancy may close earlier dependent on the level of applications received so if you do wish to be considered we recommend that you complete the application as promptly as possible.
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