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Youth Connect South West
Head of Alternative Education
Youth Connect South West are looking for someone who can combine senior leadership expertise with a genuine understanding of alternative provision, SEND and the needs of young people who may have experienced significant barriers to education.
- Salary
- £54,413 – £60,403 per annum
- Contract
- Permanent, full-time (Start date: January 2027)
- Location
- Bath & North East Somerset / South West
SGS College
Director of Construction and Green Skills
Shape the future of construction education. Inspire the workforce of tomorrow. This is an exceptional opportunity to lead one of the region's most influential construction and technical education portfolios.
- Salary
- £58,734.00- £66,201.00 (Salary is dependent on qualifications and experience)
- Contract
- Permanent, Full-Time
- Location
- Candidates can be based at our Filton, WISE or Stroud campuses, with an expectation of regular travel between sites
The Sixth Form Colleges Trust
Voluntary Trustee Positions
Help Shape the Future of Exceptional Post-16 Education
- Contract
- Voluntary
- Location
- Cambridge / Colchester / Stansted
Multskilled Engineering Assessor
A permanent Electro-Mechanical Assessor role based at a college in Hull, visiting apprentices in their workplaces to assess progress towards apprenticeship standards. The position requires NVQ Level 3 in Multi-Skilled, Mechanical, or Electrical Engineering, with travel across the Humber region and UK as needed. Excellent benefits include 42 days annual leave, generous pension, private healthcare, and performance-related bonus.
Agricultural Engineering Lecturer
A permanent, full-time Lecturer in Land Based Engineering position at a college in Hull, offering £30,000-£36,000 per annum. The role involves delivering teaching and tutorials, supporting student progression, curriculum development, and building industry links. Candidates need NVQ Level 3 in Agricultural Engineering or Heavy Vehicles, plus a related degree and teaching qualification.
Aeronautical Engineering Teacher
A permanent, full-time Aircraft Maintenance Lecturer position at a North East college, delivering and assessing Aircraft Maintenance Engineering (Avionics) programmes across FE and HE levels. The role requires strong technical expertise in aircraft electrical and avionics systems, with industry experience in commercial or military aviation maintenance. Salary range £30,000 - £40,000 with teachers pension and generous annual leave.
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Placing People Who Make a Difference
We're specialists who understand what it means to serve the public, whether that's in a classroom, on a hospital ward, in a council office or supporting vulnerable residents. That insight shapes how we work with you.
We promise, we deliver. It's that simple.
For organisations, we find people who don't just meet a job specification they share your values, understand your challenges and bring both skill and heart to their role. For professionals, we connect you with opportunities where your expertise genuinely matters and your impact is felt every day.
That's why our clients trust us, why candidates choose us, and why both recommend us.
We recruit exceptional people
Sectors We Serve
Placing people who care where they’re needed most.
We're not your average recruitment agency
What Sets Us Apart
Here's why clients and candidates choose to work with us.
Beyond the CV
Anyone can match keywords on a job description. We dig deeper. What drives your organisation's culture? What does success actually look like in this role? What challenges keep you awake at night? For candidates, we ask about weekend hobbies, teaching philosophies and career dreams, not just qualifications. Because the best placements happen when values align, not just skills.
Sector Experts, Modern Methods
Our team has lived and breathed public service, many have worked in the very sectors we recruit for. That firsthand experience means we understand what these roles truly demand. These aren't just jobs, they're vocations. We combine insider knowledge with fresh recruitment approaches across education, healthcare, local government and housing. We speak your language, recognise cultural fit and know what makes someone thrive in public service, not just survive it.
Rigorous, Human-Centred Vetting
Every candidate undergoes thorough vetting: enhanced DBS checks, professional references, qualification verification, and safeguarding compliance. Our dedicated vetting team ensures you receive quality candidates every time. But rigorous doesn't mean robotic. We support candidates through the process with empathy and clarity. Whether it's lending a laptop for a Zoom interview or refreshing a tired CV, we're here to help.
What Our Clients and Candidates Say
“We've been delighted with Christopher's appointment. He has slotted neatly into the team, he's always willing to ask questions but once the requirement is clear, is a self starter and runs with a task to completion.”
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Leadership matters most of all
Executive Search
Senior appointments deserve more than a database search. We lead discreet, research-driven searches for board and executive roles across education, healthcare, government, housing and charity, permanent and interim.
We take the time to understand your organisation, your board and the challenge ahead, then introduce leaders who share your values and can deliver.
We promise, we deliver. It's that simple.
Our UK Offices
Local Experts, Personal Service. With offices across the UK, our consultants know the local public sector landscape inside out. You won't get passed between departments or speak to someone different every time. Your dedicated consultant builds a genuine partnership with you.
Bristol Office
Our headquarters in the heart of the South West, serving education professionals across the region.
Manchester Office
Our Manchester team understands the unique recruitment challenges facing public sector organisations throughout the UK.
Leeds Office
All vetting & compliance is managed through our Leeds office.
London Office
Our London base near Liverpool Street, serving the capital's education and public sector employers.
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