Lambeth Council is a vibrant workplace in an iconic borough. Our Skills and Employment team is gaining prominence with an ambitious, innovative strategy and a determination that our residents and communities will benefit, socially and economically, from the emerging opportunities in our borough.

The Deputy Head of Adult Learning (Quality) is a pivotal role within our Ofsted Grade 2 Adult Learning Service, leading and inspiring the service team and our network of subcontracted providers on our journey to Outstanding. The ideal candidate will have a passion and enthusiasm for Adult Learning matched by a thorough understanding of teaching, learning and quality improvement as well as tackling inequality and focussing the provision on those who need and will benefit from it most.

This is a senior management role with the postholder having the confidence and credibility to work with multiple stakeholders including colleges, learning providers, employers and learners to meet the needs and expectations of a diverse borough. They will be the Designated Safeguarding Lead for adult learning and will have responsibility for leading on key aspects of the service’s diverse commissioned provision as well as ensuring that all learners have an excellent learning experience and targets for funding and performance are met.

For more information, please contact Lesley Robinson, Head of Adult Learning, Skills and Employment: lrobinson2@lambeth.gov.uk, 0795 020 2580.

Closing date: Sunday 5 December 2021 at midnight

Interviews will be held on Tuesday 14 December 2021

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