We are seeking an experienced and committed leader to take responsibility for all functions within our Central Services. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a well-established service that sits at the heart of the student journey, from their first interaction with the College through to enrolment and ongoing support.

Reporting to the Director of People and Central Services, you will ensure learners receive a high-quality experience whilst maintaining productive, effective and compliant services. Building on strong existing foundations, you will play an important role in developing your teams, enhancing ways of working and contributing to wider College priorities.

What we're looking for

Bringing your experience of managing admissions, student services, administration or customer-focused support functions, you will have a proven track record of developing people and delivering high-quality services. We are looking for someone who is organised, collaborative and solutions-focused, with the confidence to use information and insight to support decision-making and identify opportunities for improvement.

About the role

This is a varied role that combines operational leadership with people leadership. Working closely with colleagues across the College, you will help ensure our services continue to meet the needs of learners and staff, while supporting recruitment, retention and student success. You will lead with professionalism, build strong relationships and create a culture where people take ownership,



work collaboratively and strive for continuous improvement.

Why apply?

This is an opportunity to build on the success of well-respected services and make a meaningful contribution to the College and its students. You will join a supportive leadership team and have the opportunity to shape how services develop in the future while helping colleagues and learners achieve their full potential.

Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter on the Burnley College website.

At Burnley College, we celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.

The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

The location for this role is on site delivery.

Please be aware that the College does not hold a Sponsorship Licence, and as such is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas.

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📌 Head of Central Services (Williamstown)
🏢 Burnley College
📍 Williamstown