Assistant Principal – Digital and Advanced Technology (Engineering and Construction)
📍 Yorkshire and the Humber
📅 Full-Time | Permanent
💼 Salary: £60,424 – £65,170 per annum
📣 Exclusively recruited by Protocol on behalf of a leading further education college

A leading further education college in the Yorkshire and Humber region is entering a significant phase of transformation and investment. As part of its strategic development, the college is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking leader to take on the role of Assistant Principal – Digital and Advanced Technology.

This is a senior leadership position with cross-college responsibility for shaping and delivering high-quality provision in engineering, construction, and digital technologies. The successful candidate will play a key role in aligning the college’s technical offer with industry needs and regional skills priorities.

The Role

As Assistant Principal, you will:

• Lead the strategic development and operational delivery of curriculum in engineering, construction, and digital

• Ensure programmes meet industry standards, drive positive learner outcomes, and respond to local economic needs

• Strengthen relationships with employers, industry partners, and funding bodies

• Identify and deliver growth opportunities, including commercial and partnership initiatives

• Provide strong, visible leadership to curriculum managers and academic teams

• Drive quality improvement and innovation across technical areas

The Person

We are looking for a results-driven and credible leader with:

• Proven senior management experience in further education or technical training

• A strong track record of curriculum development and business growth

• In-depth knowledge of the engineering and/or construction sectors

• Experience working collaboratively with external stakeholders and employers

• A clear understanding of funding streams, performance metrics, and quality assurance

• The ability to lead teams through change and deliver measurable improvements

What’s on Offer

• A competitive salary of £60,424 – £65,170 per annum

• A key strategic leadership role within a high-impact education provider

• The opportunity to shape technical education and contribute to regional skills development

• A supportive senior leadership team and a culture focused on quality and progress

This is a pivotal role for an ambitious and experienced professional ready to take the next step in educational leadership. If you have the vision, expertise, and determination to help lead change and deliver excellence, we want to hear from you.