University College Birmingham – Deputy Principal (FE)

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Introduction

University College Birmingham’s Further Education College is undergoing significant growth and development. As part of a strategic review of our leadership structure, we are creating new senior roles to strengthen oversight, enhance quality and support continued excellence in technical and vocational education.

We are seeking an exceptional Deputy Principal to provide strategic leadership across our expanding FE College. Reporting to the Deputy Vice Chancellor (FE Principal, Apprenticeships and STEM), the Deputy Principal will lead and oversee all Further Education provision, ensuring outstanding standards in curriculum quality, teaching, learning, assessment, student experience and overall performance.

Working closely with senior leaders, the successful candidate will drive innovation, continuous improvement and exceptional learner outcomes. They will play a key role in shaping and delivering a responsive curriculum that reflects employer needs, regional skills priorities and national policy developments, while supporting the College’s wider strategic ambitions. The role also carries responsibility for student experience, safeguarding, personal development and enrichment, alongside building strong partnerships with employers, sector bodies and regional stakeholders.

We are looking for an experienced and inspiring senior leader with a proven track record in further education. You will bring substantial leadership experience within a complex FE environment, expertise in curriculum development and quality improvement, a strong understanding of funding, policy and inspection requirements, and the ability to lead and develop high-performing teams. Above all, you will be committed to inclusive education and outstanding outcomes for all learners.

We have appointed FE Associates to support us with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties are advised to arrange a conversation with our recruitment partner, by emailing Elle.Hurst@fea.co.uk, to discuss this opportunity before the closing date.

How to apply Step 1: Complete the form below.

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Candidate Information. Step 2: Submitting your application.

Prior to submitting an application, interested parties should arrange an initial conversation with our FE Associates lead consultant, by emailing Elle.Hurst@fea.co.uk, to discuss the role before the closing date.

Once you have obtained the full information and had an informal discussion with the lead consultant, you must complete the online application form and equality and diversity form by the closing date deadline. Applications received after this time will not be considered.

Key dates for submitting your application:

• Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 2 September 2026
• Interviews: Week commencing Monday 14 September 2026

Step 3: Ethnicity and diversity form.

Thank you for taking the time to complete your application for University College Birmingham – Deputy Principal (FE).

Our team will now review your application against the requirements of the role. Should your application be shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange the next steps in the selection process.

If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact us at recruitment@fea.co.uk.

Step 3: Ethnicity and diversity form.

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We appreciate your time and your support in helping us build a more inclusive workplace.