Barnsley College is a large tertiary College serving the Barnsley Metropolitan Borough and surrounding areas in South Yorkshire. The College is the main provider of post-16 education in the borough and plays a vital role within the Yorkshire and Humber region. The College achieved outstanding at its last Ofsted inspection in March 2022 and continues to deliver outstanding teaching and learning and very strong outcomes for learners.

At Barnsley College, we are committed to putting the needs of our students first and promoting a positive working environment across all campuses. Barnsley College is more than just a college, as many of our facilities are operating as commercial businesses alongside everyday teaching. Our vision, purpose, values, and strategic priorities ensure that our focus is inspiring our learners and transforming lives. We encourage all our staff and students to dream big and we are proud to say that each passionate member of our outstanding organisation is always striving for excellence, and this positive culture has a real impact on the aspirations of our students.

We are now seeking a new Vice Principal Students. You will play a visible role in the leadership of the college, reporting directly to the Principal and CEO. This post requires someone with significant and relevant experience in educational leadership, as well as the strategic ability to drive the development of all aspects of an exceptional student experience. The ideal candidate will have expertise around safeguarding and the ability to influence both in and outside of the college in the local stakeholder environment

As the Vice Principal of Students, you will be a key member of the Executive Leadership Team and will work closely with the Senior Managers and Department Heads to set targets and deliver an inspired and adaptable curriculum, tailored to meet the needs of our learners. Excellence, inspiration, and innovation is what drives us. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic leader and a creative communicator who can articulate a shared vision for the college and inspire others to succeed. An individual with integrity, who prioritises collaboration, empowers others, and is visible and accessible to staff and students.

Our purpose is to transform lives, and this doesn’t start and end with our students. We also aim to transform the lives of our colleagues as well. If you believe that you have the vision, skills, expertise, and enthusiasm to make a difference and help us realise our ambitions, we want to hear from you.

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.