Are you an experienced leader with a passion for building strategic partnerships, influencing policy and delivering projects that create lasting impact? 

Do you want an opportunity to help shape the future of education, skills and economic development across North London and beyond, while securing opportunities that directly benefit students, employers, stakeholders and communities? If so, this is an exceptional opportunity to make a meaningful difference. 

As Director of Partnerships, Policy and Projects, you will provide leadership for the College's external engagement, partnership development, policy influence and major project activity. You will develop and sustain high-value relationships with employers, local authorities, government agencies, including the Department for Education and the Greater London Authority, education providers and industry bodies, ensuring partnerships deliver tangible benefits for learners and support the College's long-term ambitions. 

This is a dynamic role that combines strategic leadership with operational delivery. You will lead change, drive innovation and manage complex partnerships and projects across the College and its wider network of stakeholders. A key priority will be securing and delivering partnership arrangements that enhance students' learning, personal development and career progression opportunities. 

Working closely with the CEO, Deputy Principals and Senior Leadership Team, you will help shape strategic priorities, identify and secure funding opportunities, and lead initiatives that strengthen the College's impact, reputation and contribution to regional growth. You will represent the College across local, sub-regional, regional and national forums, helping to position Barnet and Southgate College as a leading anchor institution for skills, workforce development and social mobility. 

The College is actively engaged in a range of influential partnerships and skills initiatives, including Local London, West London Alliance, Local Skills Improvement Plan (LSIP) activity and the Construction Technical Excellence Centre (CTEC) Hub. As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will play a pivotal role in maximising the opportunities these partnerships create, ensuring the College remains at the forefront of skills development, employer engagement and economic growth. 

About Barnet and Southgate College 
We change lives, empower individuals and connect communities. 

We are an ambitious, forward-thinking further education college in North London, proud to serve diverse communities across Barnet, Southgate and beyond. Our 2030 Vision is bold: to be a leading provider of learning and skills development, fostering exceptional educational experiences, driven by innovation, collaboration and excellence.

Potential Interview Dates:
Week commencing 13th July 2026.

Please read the full person spec and job description attached to this advert.

Please read the full person spec and job description attached to this advert.

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The College offers employees a generous holiday allowance of 31 days annual leave for our support staff plus bank holidays. Pro Rata'd for part time employees. We also offer an attractive package of optional benefits for employees to take advantage of - please see below a list of our current staff benefits available at the College.

Annual Season Ticket Loans

We offer permanent or contract staff with a minimum of a 12 month contract the option to purchase an annual season ticket loan without the big financial hit in one go!
 A season ticket loan will spread the cost over the course of a year by using the salary sacrifice scheme, this helps with your finances and is paid back monthly through your salary.

Cycle to Work Scheme

The scheme is an incentive for staff, offering tax free bikes through bike shops and is run by Cyclescheme Ltd. You can get a tax-free bike, which for most people means they save around 32% of the cost for a new bike!

Employee Support Helpline