Location
Isleworth, West London

Hours
Full Time

Salary
£84,423 per annum

About the Role
West Thames College is one of the most exciting and successful colleges of further and higher education in London, with vibrant campuses in Isleworth and Feltham featuring some of the best facilities in the country. We have a reputation for providing excellent support to our diverse student population and fostering a culture of continuous professional development for staff, encouraging progression into new and more senior roles.

We are a values-based and highly inclusive college serving a vibrant and diverse area, contributing positively to wider social and economic agendas. Our courses range from pre-entry through to Higher Education, Apprenticeship, and Traineeship programmes, meeting the skills needs of students aged 14 and upwards.

The purpose of this post is to provide strategic leadership for Estates, Health & Safety, IT and Cybersecurity, Sustainability, Marketing, Business Continuity, Capital Projects, Procurement, and key contracts, ensuring alignment with the College’s mission and values. You will hold strategic responsibility for the Skills and Logistics Centre, driving its development and integration within the College’s overall strategy.

Key responsibilities include ensuring full compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements across all managed areas, supporting the curriculum through high-quality management information for IT Services, Estates, and Health & Safety, and championing a culture of customer-focused service across all functions managed.

West Thames College is committed to safeguarding students, practicing safe staff recruitment, and ensuring the suitability of staff and volunteers working with young students or vulnerable adults.

Experience
Proven experience in strategic leadership and management across multiple operational areas such as Estates, IT, Health & Safety, and Procurement. Experience in driving large-scale projects and managing compliance with legislation and regulatory requirements is essential.

About you
You are a strategic thinker with strong leadership skills and a commitment to inclusive values. You have the ability to integrate diverse functions within a complex organisation and champion a customer-focused culture. You are motivated to contribute positively to social and economic agendas and support continuous professional development.

Qualifications
Relevant senior management qualifications or equivalent experience in a similar role are required. Knowledge of further and higher education environments is desirable.