The appointed candidate will have a successful history of managing and leading within an adult learning context. You will possess a strong understanding of designing and delivering adult provision, underpinned by an unwavering focus on quality. You will have an open and supportive leadership style and an ability to empower your team to take responsibility for their own activity, ensuring this is always in line with the wider organsational strategy and culture. You will bring professional credibility to the role and an ability to be both learner- and customer-focused simultaneously. You will possess outstanding relationship-building skills and be able to command the trust and respect of the many stakeholders that we work with, including employers and local authorities. Your experience in stakeholder management and your demonstrable creativity will ensure you can optimise opportunities as they emerge and help drive the wider success across our adult learning provision.