It's a genuinely exciting time to join our North Kensington Centre for Skills.
We have a newly-refurbished Centre providing state-of-the-art classrooms, workshops and studios for our students on a wide variety of provision that ranges from courses for 16-19 year olds to adult qualifications to short courses in creative areas like jewellery, glass and ceramics. Students and staff also benefit from an excellent performance space, the Morley Heart Gardens, Morley Gallery, Morley Radio studios, and other amazing spaces for learning collaboratively.
At the heart of the North Kensington community, we partner with the Grenfell Community, Portobello Business Centre, the National Theatre, the National Trust, the Natural History Museum and others to ensure we provide collaborative, relevant and useful courses that meet the needs of those around us.
As we scale up our provision to fill our wonderful Centre, we have a range of opportunities available.
As well as joining a creative, innovative leading London College focused on social justice and providing excellent teaching and learning opportunities for all, there are plenty of other rewards for working at Morley College London:
- Generous annual leave allowance (30 days) plus Bank Holidays
- Christmas closure period
- Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
- Access to an employee retail savings platform, offering significant discounts at most major retailers
- 100% discount on the cost of undertaking a Morley course of your choice
- Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme
- On site cafeterias
- A busy events calendar, offering you the chance to attend regular Morley creative exhibitions, student awards, dances, concerts and more
- A lovely work environment, surrounded by creative arts, music and friendly, helpful colleagues
If you want to make a difference and believe in the power of learning to build connections, community and skills, we'd love you to join us.
About the Role
We have a fantastic opportunity for a committed, innovative and engaging individual to come and join our team as a Head of School for Arts, Business and Technology. We welcome applications from candidates with a curriculum background in one of the areas outlined in the job title, yet candidates must be prepared for leadership and curriculum development opportunities in all three areas.
The Vice Principal for Student Engagement and North Kensington Centre Principal, Craig Hanlon-Smith is open to pre-application discussions with potential candidates from 19th February 2024.
Returning your Application
Completed application forms must be received by 9am on Monday 26th February 2024. Late applications will not be considered.
Please email your application to recruitment at morleycollege. dot ac dot uk quoting the Job Role.
Please note that applicants must apply using the application form and CVs will not be considered. We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats from applicants, who, for reasons of disability, may find it difficult to fill in our standard form. Please contact the People Operations team by e-mail at recruitment at morleycollege. dot ac dot uk or telephone 020 7450 1811 for further details.
The safety and welfare of our learners and staff is extremely important to us and this is why we pride ourselves on our safeguarding procedures. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and Social Media background checks.
If applicable -Please note, it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activities relevant to children.
Morley College London is an Equal Opportunities employer. The College aims to reflect the diverse community it serves and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.
Situated on Wornington Road we have a rich history of learning within the local community setting and have been an exciting hub of local creativity for many years. The centre holds a special place in the hearts of those who live and work locally.
We offer a warm, inclusive welcome and currently benefit from smaller class sizes, tailored individual learning and support options and pride in the education we continue to offer as we build better for the future.
We offer a wide range of courses for 16-18s and adults, including:
- short courses
- creative courses (jewellery, ceramics and glassmaking)
- essential skills and ESOL
- access to higher education
- digital skills
- urban music
- humanities
- career boost and free courses
- counselling and psychology
- health and social care
- early years
- applied sciences (Nursing, Midwifery, Paramedic)
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