Job Title: Deputy Head of Campus – Teaching, Learning & Assessments
Job Location: Oakwood Specialist College, Yate, BS37 5JB
Salary: Between £36,750 and £39,900 per annum, based on 40 hours per week, 42.4 weeks of the year.
Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time Only
Come and make a real difference in the lives of young adults by creating a learning environment that's not just educational, but also creative, engaging, and fun! Oakwood College are looking for a passionate and dedicated Deputy Head of Campus to join our fantastic team.
Our curriculum isn’t defined by qualifications. We follow the Post-16 Study Programme model, which includes a blend of learning, work experience, Maths and English, and enriching activities that prepare learners for adulthood. Many of our learners face social and emotional challenges, so our neurodiverse-affirming approach focuses on developing essential life skills, communication, and emotional expression. You’ll be in a fantastic position to support this, as we are a total communication environment.
You’ll be a key leader, working closely with a talented team to ensure each learner’s experience is fully personalised and enriching. You'll help us create an inclusive, engaging environment where learners develop the skills they need for their next steps, whether that's further education, employment, or independent living.
We provide all the training and support you need to ensure our learners have the best possible experience.
A day in the life of a Deputy Head of Campus will involve:
- Leadership – You'll take a hands-on role in leading and shaping teaching, learning, and assessment strategies, ensuring high-quality, personalised learning programs that meet the unique needs and aspirations of each learner. Your coaching and mentoring skills will empower our teaching staff to excel and grow in their roles.
- Educational Excellence – By collaborating with teaching staff, you’ll continuously evaluate and enhance teaching practices through lesson observations, work reviews, and tailored support. You’ll also facilitate targeted training, driving a culture of continuous improvement across the team.
- Relationship Building – As a key leader, you’ll be a visible and proactive ambassador for Oakwood College, building strong relationships with learners, their families, staff, and external stakeholders. You’ll represent the college's values in the local community and beyond.
- Staff Development and Performance – You’ll oversee staff performance, ensuring that it aligns with the school’s therapeutic approach to positive behaviour. Through training, mentoring, and development opportunities, you’ll support the professional growth of your team.
- Safeguarding and Professional Growth – You’ll maintain a steadfast commitment to safeguarding and promoting learner welfare, while continually engaging in your own professional development to stay ahead of educational trends and best practices.
To be a successful Deputy Head of Campus you’ll need:
- You must hold a degree in education, with experience working in environments where learners have complex needs. Experience in planning and delivering in-house training within an FE College is highly valued.
- Proven experience in training, developing, and managing others to help them reach their full potential.
- Strong communication and networking skills, with the ability to build trusting relationships.
- Proficient in using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams), with the ability to quickly learn new systems.
- A commitment to improving lives through inclusive and supportive education.
- A valid driving licence is required, as you may occasionally need to drive our vehicles.
In return for your time, you’ll get:
- Holidays – You’ll work 42.4 weeks of the year during term time, but you’ll be paid annual leave to cover the remaining 9.6 weeks.
- Pension scheme– Our pension scheme is based on you paying in 5%, and us adding 3%.
- Learning & Development Opportunities – We provide comprehensive learning opportunities for team members to develop themselves.
- Discounts – You’ll have access to brilliant discounts through the Blue Light Card and our own employee benefits platform.
- Wellbeing Support – Your wellbeing is always our priority. You’ll have access to mental health and wellbeing support. On top of this, our therapies team offers a monthly confidential check in clinic, and group reflective practice sessions.
- Cycle2Work -The cycle to work scheme enables you to buy a bicycle at a discounted rate.
- DBS – As this role required you to have an enhanced DBS carried out, we will cover this cost.
After 12 months service you’ll also be eligible for our Medicash scheme which covers a wide range of medical, health and wellbeing expenses (Including immediate access to a GP!). You’ll get life assurance paid at x2 your annual salary, and even more high street discounts.
Please note that as part of our safer recruitment processes, successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check, and online and social media checks, and reference validation.
At Phoenix Learning and Care, we pride ourselves on our diverse workforce, and ensuring we have an inclusive environment for all our team members. We remain committed to ensuring our teams can bring their true selves to work without risk or fear of discrimination.