Salary:
£53,656 to £60,082 per annum inclusive of London Weighting
Contract Type:
Permanent contract
Closing Date:
Sunday 13 September 2026
Interview Date:
To be confirmed
HRUC is a successful merged College Group, bringing together Richmond Upon Thames College, Harrow College and Uxbridge College, based across 5 vibrant campuses. ESOL, Sixth form, English and Maths at Richmond offers wide-ranging provision and has maintained highly successful outcomes for our learners.
Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Quality and Curriculum, you will lead a team of curriculum and support staff, and will be responsible for the full range of provision on full and part time courses, including managing the quality of the provision. You will lead on development planning in the area, including supporting the team with preparations for qualification changes.
We are seeking an individual with management experience gained within Further Education who can demonstrate the following:
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Degree or equivalent and a minimum of Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector
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A skilled practitioner in teaching , learning and assessment with a Business, Sport, Travel or Catering specialism, and experience of implementing strategies to improve attendance and retention
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Specialist knowledge and experience in ESOL, Sixth Form, English & Maths, including knowledge of curriculum developments and recent initiatives
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Understanding and practical application of inclusive learning strategies and a proven commitment to equality and diversity
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Successful experience of managing a team, including coaching and developing staff
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Experience of managing change and implementing new initiatives including curriculum developments
Richmond upon Thames College is part of the Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College Group (HRUC) and is one of London’s most successful Further Education Colleges providing education and training to 16-19 year old’s and adults from across Richmond, London and Surrey, for over 80 years. We have opened a new building in 2020 and a brand-new technology-focused STEM Centre in 2024.
This exciting and innovative new learning environment is located within the grounds of the current college site, so remains convenient for public transport links – it is adjacent to the A316 and just a short walk from Twickenham rail station and a number of regular London bus routes.
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Equal Opportunities
HRUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all people, irrespective of disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, transsexual or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, religion/faith or pregnancy and maternity leave.
Disclosure and Barring Service checks
HRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure that we meet our safeguarding commitments we will carry out all necessary pre-employment checks, including undertaking an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check for all successful candidates.
Where references are taken up by the College, it is our policy not to disclose references to candidates.
Rehabilitation of Ex-Offenders
Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College (HRUC) is committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, employees, learners, and volunteers, including those with criminal records. We actively promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including ex-offenders. Our approach is in line with all relevant and current safeguarding and equality legislation.
