Head of ESOL

Bar at salary point 2 & 4. Progression beyond the bar requires an application process against eligibility criteria.

35 hours per week (includes some teaching hours)

This is an excellent career opportunity to join the management team at Suffolk New College. This role will require you to lead on the operational and strategic aspects of the ESOL curriculum area.

Working closely with the Director, you will pro-actively support, lead and develop staff to deliver an exceptional student experience.

• Excellent people management and development skills;


• Expertise in the curriculum areas of the role and have experience of working with young people aged 14+;


• Ability to build and develop sustainable relationships with employers and external agencies;


• Creative and innovative approaches, which deliver an exceptional student experience and student outcomes.


As part of this role you will also be required to undertake some teaching hours, therefore you should also be able to demonstrate proven teaching expertise in a related subject area and positive lesson observations.

You should also hold a relevant degree or professional qualification, maths and English at level 2 or equivalent alongside a teaching qualification at level 5.

This post is based at Suffolk New College Ipswich. However, Suffolk New College is a multi campus site therefore you may be required to work at and travel between campuses

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff and community member can reach their full potential.