Depute Principal & Chief Operating Officer

Job Description

City of Glasgow College

Depute Principal & Chief Operating Officer
Glasgow
£111,800 – £118,600

About us

The City of Glasgow College is Scotland’s largest technological and professional skills college. We are more than just an institution – we are a dynamic, inclusive community, offering over 1,800 courses across a vast range of disciplines, from maritime training and culinary arts to creative industries and STEM. Our campuses are designed to support up to 40,000 students each year, offering state-of-the-art resources to help individuals from all backgrounds succeed. With a global presence in 26 countries, we welcome 4,000 international students and a diverse community representing 140 nationalities across six continents. Through forward-thinking industry partnerships, we create real-world opportunities for our students, fostering pathways to employment and innovation.

About the role

As Depute Principal and COO, and a member of the Executive Leadership Team, you will play a crucial dual role in helping to shape the College’s future strategic direction whilst primarily overseeing its daily operations. Your leadership will ensure that our purpose and way are embedded in everything we do, driving transformative results for students, staff, and stakeholders alike. By working collaboratively with a talented team, you will help ensure the continued success of the College and its commitment to delivering world-class education.

About you

The successful candidate will have a relevant Professional Qualification and significant relevant experience of strategic management at executive level. You will also have knowledge of the Further Education (FE) sector with the ability to manage budgets and meet financial targets. As a strategic confidante to the Principal you will be influential with the ability to develop positive working relationships, be a skilled writer of reports as well as an executive visible presence within the College.

For full details of these roles, please refer to the Job Description in ‘The Role’ section.

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For a confidential discussion, please contact Donogh O’Brien, Katharine Price or Gillian Blackadder at Aspen People on .

Closing date for applications: Monday 3 rd February 2025

First stage ‘chemistry’ in person interviews: Thursday 20 th February 2025 – Glasgow City Campus

Final in person interviews: Tuesday 11 th March – Glasgow City Campus