Head of Careers & Destinations

£54,162 - £60,934 + benefits

Change 10,000 lives every year

We’re not just looking for someone to lead a team. We want a game-changer. Someone who can spot potential and turn it into success. A strategic leader who can lead careers, admissions, and work placement into a new era, and help more of our students achieve their dream career, land their first choice University places, or grab top apprenticeships.

This is about creating real opportunity, for every student, every time.

And right now, there’s never been a more exciting time to join us….
We have just been named as one of only 10 Construction Technical Excellence Colleges (CTECs) in the country, a huge national recognition. This will give our students unrivalled opportunities to access the very best training, skills, and employer partnerships in the construction and built environment sector. It also gives you the chance to play a pivotal role in connecting learners with leading employers, shaping the workforce of the future, and driving innovation across our region.

Because at Wigan & Leigh College, we don’t do average.

Why this role matters

• You’ll lead a brilliant team across admissions, careers and work placements.
• You’ll build strong employer partnerships and put students first.
• You’ll shape and embed a careers-first mindset across the whole college.
• You’ll make careers education meaningful, measurable, and aligned to the Gatsby Benchmarks.
• You’ll be the spark behind real student outcomes: work readiness, jobs, degrees, confidence, and life-changing choices.

Who we’re looking for

• A strategic thinker with experience in further education, careers or student support.
• A natural leader who can motivate teams and build networks.
• Someone who sees solutions, not barriers and gets results.
• A straight talker who can turn big ambitions into everyday action.

Ready to lead one of the most impactful roles in education?
Apply now and help us get more people work ready.

Applications close: 18 September 2025
Interviews: 6 October 2025

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