Assistant Principal – Student Experience
Closing in 11 days (19 March 2026 11:59 pm)
Job details
Salary: £55,520 - £61,211 per annum
Employer: University Centre Somerset College Group
Location: Street , Somerset,
Contract type: All year round
Working pattern: Full time
Closing date: 19 March 2026 11:59 pm
About the job
Key information
Based at Strode College
£55,520 – £61,211 per annum
Permanent – All Year Round
What will I be doing?
The role of Assistant Principal – Student Experience, is an essential part of the University Centre Somerset College Group (UCS College Group) Leadership Team. The new College Group has brought together two high performing colleges to build an exciting future and deliver positive transformation for our students and community.
The Group’s Vision is “transforming lives and communities through learning and partnerships”. This is underpinned by a high-quality student-centred culture and values.
The overall strategic direction and performance of the Group will be led by a Group Board to deliver its vision and strategic plan. Each of the four colleges (Bridgwater, Taunton, Cannington and Strode) are led by a College Principal who is a member of the Senior Management Team. Each of the four colleges benefits from a College Board focused on maintaining strong links with community stakeholders, overseeing the student experience and delivering Strode College operational plan.
Reporting to Strode College Principal on a day-to-day basis, this role will oversee and take responsibility for the student experience at Strode College, working within the Group leadership team. Strategic oversight and implementation of the Group expectations for student experience will be provided by the Group Vice Principal for Student Experience.
The postholder will be responsible for delivering an outstanding student experience leading to high-quality outcomes and destinations for all students, and giving strong confidence the Group will achieve an outstanding Ofsted grade in future inspections.
What is in it for me?
The College group offers a range of benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme. Please see our website for further details