About the Role
Leeds College of Building (LCB) is at a defining moment in its growth and innovation journey. Recently named Yorkshire and Humberside’s Regional Construction Technical Excellence College (CTEC) — one of just ten across the UK — we are proud to be recognised for our leadership in technical education, employer collaboration, and industry innovation. Following a successful Ofsted visit in March 2025, which confirmed significant progress in all areas, and achieving an Outstanding financial health rating, we are now seeking an exceptional strategic leader to join our Senior Leadership Team.
As Assistant Principal for Partnerships & Apprenticeships, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of LCB’s apprenticeship and employer engagement strategy. Reporting to the Vice Principal for Curriculum, Quality and Innovation, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for apprenticeship provision (up to Level 3), employer engagement, and partnership development across local, regional, and national levels.
This role requires a visionary leader who can align curriculum delivery with the UK’s evolving skills agenda, ensuring that every apprenticeship programme delivers excellence, innovation, and employability. You will:
- Lead and grow apprenticeship provision across multiple sectors of construction and the built environment.
- Ensure curriculum delivery meets national quality standards and reflects local and regional skills priorities.
- Strengthen relationships with employers, industry bodies, and training partners.
- Drive curriculum innovation, workforce development, and new business opportunities.
- Oversee staff performance and professional development to maintain exceptional teaching and learning standards.
You will also champion employer collaboration, ensuring all learners gain meaningful engagement with industry to support career progression and sustainable employment.
About You
You are a strategic, forward-thinking leader with experience in apprenticeships, employer partnerships, or technical education. You will demonstrate:
- Proven leadership in managing apprenticeship or vocational training programmes.
- Strong understanding of quality assurance, curriculum planning, and Ofsted frameworks.
- A collaborative approach, capable of building strong relationships with employers, stakeholders, and educational partners.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills to inspire and motivate staff.
- A passion for construction, technical education, and workforce development.
This is an opportunity for an ambitious leader who combines vision, innovation, and operational excellence to make a significant impact on one of the UK’s leading specialist colleges.
About Leeds College of Building
Leeds College of Building is the UK’s only specialist general further education college dedicated to construction and the built environment. We are a forward-looking, nationally recognised institution committed to innovation, sustainability, and industry relevance.
As part of our CTEC designation, we are investing in facilities, partnerships, and people — and this role offers the chance to shape the future of technical education across the region and beyond.
What We Offer
At LCB, we value our staff and offer an outstanding benefits package, including:
- 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays and 10 college closure days.
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme with an employer contribution of 28.68%.
- Free on-site parking (subject to availability).
- Flexible working and family-friendly policies.
- Excellent CPD and training opportunities.
- Discounted public transport and Cycle to Work scheme.
- Retail discounts and Employee Assistance Programme.
- Staff wellbeing events and initiatives.
Additional Information
CVs will not be accepted. Candidates must have the right to work in the UK before commencing employment. This role is subject to an enhanced DBS check and online background screening (in line with KCSIE 2025). Leeds College of Building is committed to safeguarding, Prevent, and promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion. We especially encourage applications from ethnic minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, who are currently underrepresented within our leadership team.
Join Leeds College of Building — and help shape the future of construction education in the UK.
