_{19th September, 2025}

Deputy Head of Construction & Heritage
Permanent | £42,500 – £45,000 per annum (more is negotiable for the right candidate)
Northamptonshire
  
About the Role
Think FE Ltd. is proud to be working on behalf of a well-regarded, Ofsted-rated college in Northamptonshire to recruit a Deputy Head of Construction & Heritage. This is an exciting opportunity for a qualified and experienced teaching professional with leadership experience and practical expertise in the built environment trades.
You will play a key role in shaping the curriculum and teaching standards while still staying hands-on with up to 7.5 hours of weekly teaching. The role also includes responsibility for student progress, employer engagement, and staff development.
  
What You’ll Be Doing

• Leading curriculum planning and innovation in heritage and construction disciplines.
• Ensuring high teaching standards through lesson observations and staff coaching.
• Delivering up to 7.5 hours of engaging, high-quality teaching each week in areas such as brickwork, carpentry, stonemasonry, or furniture making.
• Overseeing learner progress and implementing timely interventions for those at risk.
• Providing pastoral and tutorial support to ensure all students feel supported and motivated.
• Building strong external links with employers and professional bodies to enhance curriculum relevance and employability.
• Collaborating internally to embed digital skills and vocational excellence across programmes.

  
About You
To succeed in this role, you’ll need:

• A teaching qualification, ideally at Level 5 or above (PGCE, DET, DTLLS, PGDE etc.).
• Proven industry experience in multiple areas within construction and heritage crafts.
• Experience delivering teaching in an FE setting.
• Strong leadership capabilities – you might already be a course manager or similar.
• A track record of improving outcomes for learners.
• The ability to inspire staff, connect with students, and build relationships across the sector.

  
What’s on Offer

• Permanent Position with opportunity for progression
• Salary: £42,500 to £45,000 per annum – higher salary considered for the right applicant
• Annual Leave: 44 days + Christmas closure
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• A role with real influence in shaping the future of construction education

  
Next Steps
Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.
  
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