Director of Pedagogy and Insight at The City of Liverpool College

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

72000.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Pedagogy, Research-Informed Practice, Quality Assurance, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Data Analysis, Curriculum Development, Stakeholder Engagement, Coaching, Mentoring, Innovation, Teaching Strategies, Professional Development, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Director of Pedagogy and Insight Application Deadline: 7 January 2026 Department: Principalship Employment Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool Compensation: £72,000 / year Description Job Title: Director of Pedagogy and Insight Department: Pedagogy and Insight Salary: £72,000 Job Type: Permanent, 35 hours per week The Director of Pedagogy and Insight is a key strategic role. The postholder will strengthen and clarify the focus on pedagogy, insight and end-to-end student experience through research informed pedagogy, not just UK based but using research from international best practice building world class skills through innovation and securing our position as a leader of lifelong learning. The Director of Pedagogy and Insight will drive the culture of critical thinking, supported by data and experiential insights. The post holder will drive continuous professional development for staff and working closely with the Director of Personal Development and Progression to strengthen student voice and ensure that all the learning is used purposefully to improve the overall student experience. The Director of Pedagogy and Insight will ensure creative and purposeful tension with curriculum colleagues to ensure an outstanding and student centred learner experience. The Director of Pedagogy and Insight will be a supportive member of the Strategic Leadership Team which drives a culture of high performance and expectations across all areas of the College. The post-holder will, from time to time, deputise for the Deputy Principal as required, and provide appropriate support and challenge to SLT colleagues to ensure consistent and outstanding approaches to research informed pedagogy and end-to-end experience for all students. Responsible to:Deputy Principal Key Responsibilities To take the strategic lead on strengthening the focus on pedagogy and the end-to-end student experience; increasing capacity for proactive engagement with both innovation and robust research informed pedagogy, supporting the College’s ambitions around world-class skills and our position as systems leaders across the Liverpool City Region education and skills and education ecosystem. Bring about strategic change to the quality of education and outcomes using insights and intelligence, the development of strong whole college and subject pedagogy, by staying abreast of sector and industry best practice To take the strategic lead on the development, implementation and monitoring of quality improvement and quality assurance processes and procedures across all provision types in the pursuit of excellence for all students whilst contributing to the delivery of the College’s Strategic Plan Champion the development and implementation of the college’s teaching, learning and assessment strategy, provide pedagogical leadership and provide a supportive framework for all colleagues in their ongoing development as inspirational teaching and learning professionals, leading to outstanding student outcomes and progression and in turn turning disadvantage to advantage. Champion new learning technologies and innovation throughout college, ensuring that staff have the appropriate skills to make best use of them to improve student experience. Provide inspirational leadership and effective management to each manager and members of staff within team and provide leadership contributions to the preparation and management for Ofsted inspections Implement strategies to assist colleagues to apply reflective and research informed practice to improve student engagement, raise students’ achievement and progression in line with the strategic plan. Drawing on the insights from the complaints process, use the intelligence meaningfully to improve the handling of complaints, by being customer focussed; and seeking continuous improvement to improve not only the student experience but that of all stakeholders. Effective working relationships with Directors of Education, Director of Personal Development and Progression and Director of Student Support and Well-Being to provide a framework of support and challenge in relation to the intent, implementation and impact of the quality of education Lead and successfully deliver the Quality and Performance cycle and its activities across all aspects of college provision, including Apprenticeships, Higher Education and subcontracted delivery, to include the management of Internal Quality Reviews and audits, Observations and associated CPD, moderation and reporting systems, and student surveys. Lead a continuous improvement culture through the development of KPIs, interrogation of datasets, monitoring of performance trends and production of related reports Drive the continuous professional development of College staff and contribute to the professional development activities for staff, delivering training sessions, working with external providers and liaising with HR colleagues. Provide inspirational leadership and effective management to each member of staff within the team which drives continuous improvement and a culture of high performance. Support and promote the College’s EDI strategy, translating this into strategic and operational actions that strengthen pedagogical approaches and deliver meaningful accomplishments in relation to the end-to-end experience and progression for all students. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Essential Criteria Proven, consistent delivery of success as the accountable person for improving student outcomes over consecutive years as the leader of a curriculum or cross-college department Relevant qualifications and experience Good understanding of OFSTED, SAR processes and quality inspection regimes, including successful experience of leading an inspection aspect Robust knowledge of research-informed approaches to addressing disadvantage and supporting learners to succeed Extensive experience of successfully leading Quality and Performance assurance and improvement activities across all aspects of college provision, including Apprenticeships, Higher Education and subcontracted delivery, to include the management of Internal Quality Reviews and audits, Observations and associated CPD, moderation and reporting systems, and student surveys. Ability to bring about strategic change to the quality of education and outcomes using insight and intelligence, the development of strong whole college and subject pedagogy, by staying abreast of sector and industry best practice Proven ability to develop and lead on cross-college strategies, establishing credibility with a wide range of colleagues as part of an effective matrix management approach Proven ability to challenge, mentor & coach – a developer of a high-performance culture, intolerant of underperformance and a track record of securing buy-in and support through constructive challenge Ability to engage and influence a wide variety of internal and external stakeholders in order to develop and successfully lead research-informed pedagogical strategies which meet the needs of different cohorts of learners Resilient and comfortable with ambiguity – ability to operate under pressure in a fast-paced, evolving environment, and to support and inspire others to do the same A positive role model and the ability to be a positive ambassador for the College Innovative, creative – a critical thinker who is able to adopt a growth mindset that supports the College’s aspirations around systems leadership and continuous improvement with regards to pedagogy and the end-to-end student experience. A commitment to addressing the impact of bias, discrimination and injustice through a proactive approach to equality, diversity and inclusion Willingness & ability to engage with current technologies and embrace diverse and evolving technologies & pedagogy to ensure a modern and effective student experience. Please Note This role may close earlier than the advertised deadline if we receive sufficient applications. Early submission is strongly encouraged. Benefits Why Join The City of Liverpool College? As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development. Here are some of the benefits available to you: Generous holiday allowance 40 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 annual wellbeing day Pension Scheme You'll be part of the Local Government Pension Scheme, with generous employer contributions of up to 20.20%. Employee Benefits Platform As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings. You’ll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You’ll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life – and beyond. Health and Wellbeing As part of our commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing, all employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, looking for advice, or simply need someone to talk to, Health Assured is here to help. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, face to face, online or telephone counselling, as well as structured support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns. You'll also have access to the online wellbeing portal, a secure, user-friendly platform offering a wide range of self-help resources, health assessments, articles, and guidance covering emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing, and to the Wisdom App, which offers mood trackers and wellbeing tools, meditation guides, fitness videos, and self-help modules as well as daily wellbeing tips. You’ll also be entitled to a free eye test through our voucher scheme with Specsavers, which covers a full eye exam (worth up to £25) and even includes £45 towards a pair of glasses. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round. Travel We offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months' free travel—without having to cover the full cost upfront. It’s all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful. Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance. Professional Development We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career. College Benefits Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons, and a staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.

Responsibilities

The Director of Pedagogy and Insight will lead the strategic focus on pedagogy and the student experience, driving continuous professional development and ensuring high-quality education outcomes. They will collaborate with various departments to enhance teaching and learning strategies and implement quality assurance processes.