Head of Higher Education

Our client is one of the top-performing further education colleges in London and is a beacon of achievement, inclusivity and collaboration. Their students are at the heart of everything they do and their leaders and staff are crucial in ensuring they support them to develop the skills to achieve their ambitions. They are committed to providing high-quality education and training to a diverse community, with a focus on innovation and excellence.

Our client is seeking a strategic, solution-focused leader to act as college-wide lead for Higher Education and the London City Institute of Technology. You will bring deep knowledge and experience of the HE in FE sector, alongside up-to-date knowledge of regulatory oversight in higher education, including quality, data, finance and policy. You will lead the systematic quality enhancement of provision and rapidly implement actions where there is underperformance.

You will work closely with Heads of Faculty, Curriculum Managers, Directors and external partners to design, develop and review higher education programmes so they meet national, regional and local skills needs. You will inspire and mentor staff, champion high expectations for learner outcomes and promote a culture of excellence and continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment

Our client has appointed FE Associates to support them with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to contact to discuss the role before the closing date.

Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 1 July 2026

Interview date: Wednesday 15 July 2026