Head of Department - Health, Care, Science and Sports Closing 14/07/2026

Vacancy Head of Department - Health, Care, Science and Sports

Title: Head of Department - Health, Care, Science and Sports

Organisation: Chelmsford College

Hours: 37 hours per week

Salary: up to £52,260

Closing date: 14 July 2026

We are delighted to offer an exciting opportunity for an ambitious and forward thinking Head of Department Health, Care, Science & Sports. We seek a dynamic leader passionate about delivering outstanding learning experiences, driving innovation, and ensuring every learner achieves their full potential in line with the College's Strategic Plan.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic and operational leadership across all curriculum areas.
• Develop and implement effective departmental strategies that enhance quality, improve outcomes, and support continuous improvement.
• Manage resources, budgets, and staffing to ensure efficient and high performing provision.
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employers, partners, and awarding bodies.
• Lead the growth of apprenticeship and adult learning programmes by identifying new opportunities, strengthening engagement, and enhancing programme quality.
• Analyse performance data, develop meaningful metrics, and report progress to senior leadership to inform decision making and future planning.
• Drive innovation in curriculum design, digital learning, and industry aligned skills development.

Qualifications

• A confident and inspiring leader with excellent communication skills.
• Someone who can ensure learners make strong and sustained progress across all programmes.
• A strategic thinker who can shape the future direction of the department and champion a culture of excellence.

The College is committed to equality and diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share these commitments.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Applications will be considered upon receipt.