Head of School for Animal Welfare & Veterinary Nursing
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 21 Ebrill 2026 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £49,090 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 21 Mai 2026 |
| Lleoliad: | Moreton Morrell, Warwick |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Warwick College Group |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: |
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This role is based in the UK and will be working on site in our UK based College.
In order to comply with our mandatory pre-employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to provide original identification documents in person to our UK based People Services Department.
Interviews will take place on the 11th of May.
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN’S ACT 1989)
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific
place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/child-protection-procedure-a5e67894d353c2adb6ac53c08ce6e758.pdf
ROLE SUMMARY
The Head of School will provide strategic leadership and direction for the School of Animal Welfare & Veterinary Nursing ensuring the school delivers outstanding educational provision in line with the goals and values of Warwickshire College Group (WCG). This role will oversee the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the curriculum, ensuring that student outcomes and quality standards exceed national benchmarks. The Head of School will also be responsible for financial management, staff development, and external stakeholder engagement, ensuring the school remains responsive to both local and national needs.
Whilst working within the core values and through continuous improvement, the post holder will develop the curriculum area to meet or exceed the College’s KPIs.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Leadership and Strategic Direction
2. Curriculum Development, Quality, and Delivery
3. Student Experience and Outcomes
4. Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
5. Employer Engagement and Industry Partnerships
6. Financial Management and Resource Allocation
7. Staff Management and Development
8. Leadership of the School’s Development and Innovation
Role-Specific Responsibilities
● Manage and develop the FE & HE curriculum in Animal Science
● Manage and develop the HE & WBL curriculum in Vet Nursing
In order to support during busy exam periods, you may be asked to undertake exam invigilator duties.The College will provide training.
The list of duties is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the post at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility level.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS
✓ Educated to Level 3 or 4
✓ Willing to work towards Internal Verification Award.
✓ Willing to work towards Teacher Qualified Status
DESIRABLE ATTAINMENTS
✓ Qualification in management.
In order to comply with our mandatory pre-employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to provide original identification documents in person to our UK based People Services Department.
Interviews will take place on the 11th of May.
PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN’S ACT 1989)
Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific
place (i.e. the College).
This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.
https://blob.wcg.ac.uk/pdf/child-protection-procedure-a5e67894d353c2adb6ac53c08ce6e758.pdf
ROLE SUMMARY
The Head of School will provide strategic leadership and direction for the School of Animal Welfare & Veterinary Nursing ensuring the school delivers outstanding educational provision in line with the goals and values of Warwickshire College Group (WCG). This role will oversee the development, delivery, and continuous improvement of the curriculum, ensuring that student outcomes and quality standards exceed national benchmarks. The Head of School will also be responsible for financial management, staff development, and external stakeholder engagement, ensuring the school remains responsive to both local and national needs.
Whilst working within the core values and through continuous improvement, the post holder will develop the curriculum area to meet or exceed the College’s KPIs.
MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
1. Leadership and Strategic Direction
2. Curriculum Development, Quality, and Delivery
3. Student Experience and Outcomes
4. Quality Assurance and Continuous Improvement
5. Employer Engagement and Industry Partnerships
6. Financial Management and Resource Allocation
7. Staff Management and Development
8. Leadership of the School’s Development and Innovation
Role-Specific Responsibilities
● Manage and develop the FE & HE curriculum in Animal Science
● Manage and develop the HE & WBL curriculum in Vet Nursing
In order to support during busy exam periods, you may be asked to undertake exam invigilator duties.The College will provide training.
The list of duties is not exhaustive but outlines the main features of the post at appointment and may vary as the job evolves without affecting the nature of the duties or the responsibility level.
OFFERS OF WORK
For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).
ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS
✓ Educated to Level 3 or 4
✓ Willing to work towards Internal Verification Award.
✓ Willing to work towards Teacher Qualified Status
DESIRABLE ATTAINMENTS
✓ Qualification in management.