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Principal, FEA
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Formed in 2017 following a merger of two colleges, our client is the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 18,000 students passing through their doors each year. Today, they are made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire. This is an exciting time for our client as they embark on a bold new chapter to strengthen their impact across the region and improve the opportunities of those in their communities.
About the Role
Our client is seeking a Principal to provide curriculum leadership and management across one of their colleges and to ensure the effective delivery of the curriculum to maximise student outcomes and experience. You will represent the campus at local and Group levels, lead and manage the team and help deliver both the college and departmental strategies. The role calls for strong stakeholder engagement, curriculum innovation and a dual presence on campus and across the wider Group. You will bring recent leadership experience in the education, skills or training sector, along with experience of managing curriculum development and change, budgets and quality systems. Strong communication, people management, organisational and decision-making skills are also essential.
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Application Deadlines
- Closing date: 9am on Monday 10 August 2026
- Interview date: Thursday 3 September 2026
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