Assistant Principal – Foundation Learning
Proposed interview date: 24th June 2025
Optimistic - Equity- Kindness- Innovation– Collaboration
Are you a passionate and strategic leader with a commitment to inclusive education and lifelong learning? Derby College Group (DCG) are seeking an exceptional Assistant Principal to lead our Preparation for Life and Work provision, which encompasses Foundation Learning Programmes and our discrete SEND provision. This role is based at our iconic Roundhouse campus with travel to our other amazing campuses when necessary. If you would like to visit the site and meet the team before applying, please reach out to hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.
The Opportunity
In this pivotal role, you will play a key part in shaping high-quality, personalised learning experiences for students with a wide range of needs. Your leadership will ensure that every learner receives the tailored support necessary to build the skills, confidence, and independence required to thrive both now and in the future. You will lead and inspire a dedicated team responsible for delivering a broad spectrum of programmes focused on employability, life skills, and progression pathways. These programmes will be grounded in a strong ethos of inclusion, ambition, and compassionate support, helping each student realise their full potential and move confidently toward their individual goals.
For a full explanation of the roles and responsibilities, please click here
About You
You will bring a proven track record of leadership, demonstrating the ability to innovate, inspire, and consistently achieve excellent outcomes for students with additional needs and/or barriers to learning. Your expertise and dedication will be central to advancing our mission of transforming lives and communities through the power of education.
This pivotal role requires:
- Proven experience in managing or delivering education within Pupil Referral Units (PRUs) or alternative provision settings.
- Expertise in SEND education, with a deep understanding of inclusive practices and tailored learning pathways.
- A commitment to re-engaging vulnerable students, fostering resilience, and preparing them for meaningful futures in further education, employment, or training.
If you are passionate about shaping a forward-thinking, inclusive curriculum that truly meets the diverse needs of learners and are eager to make a lasting, positive impact on their lives, we would be excited to hear from you!
For a full explanation of the Person Specification, please click here.
The Benefits
- 49 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur, pro rata)
- Membership of the Teachers’ Pension Scheme with a 28.68% employer contribution
- Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
- TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
- Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
- Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
- Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
- Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
- Continuous development and progression opportunities
Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.
If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at hrrecruitment@derby-college.ac.uk.
Safeguarding statement
DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.
Recruitment Agencies - We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.
