The Post of Principal Job Description Introduction

The Mission of the College is twofold: to develop as a distinguished major provider of the highest quality academic and vocational education, leading to Higher Education opportunities and employment, and contributing to the governments targets for education and training; and to develop the lively and caring community of the College, enriching the lives of all students and equipping them with the qualifications and skills to meet the demands of a changing world with confidence and assurance. Single Corporate Objective Within the context of the Mission, the Single Corporate Objective of the College, and thus the key focus of the Principal and all staff, is: to improve students achievements Under the Articles of Government of The Sixth Form College Farnborough, the Principal is responsible for: Making proposals to the Corporation about the educational character and mission of the College, and for implementing the decisions of the Corporation; The organisation, assignment, grading, appraisal, suspension, dismissal, and determination within the framework set by the Corporation, of the pay and conditions of service, of all staff other than the holders of senior posts; The determination of the Colleges academic activities, and for the determination of its other activities; Preparing annual estimates of income and expenditure for consideration and approval by the Corporation, and the management of the budget and resources within the estimates approved by the Corporation; The maintenance of student discipline and, within the rules and procedures provided for within the articles of Government for the suspension or expulsion of students on disciplinary grounds and for implementing decisions to expel students for academic reasons.

Under the terms of the Learning and Skills Councils Financial Memorandum (revision anticipated under MoG), the Principal is responsible for Ensuring that any funds from the Council are used only for the purpose for which they are given, and in accordance with any terms and conditions laid down by the Council; Taking personal responsibility, which shall not be delegated, to assure the Corporation that there is compliance with the Financial Memorandum and all terms and conditions referred to within. Advising the Corporation if at any time any action or policy under consideration by them is incompatible with these terms and conditions; Ensuring the proper and effective operation of the controls established by the Corporation to safeguard public funds; Giving effect to the Corporations policies for securing the efficient, economical and effective management of all the Colleges resources and expenditure.

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Delivery of the strategic objective clarity on the direction of travel Propose and advise on the continuing development of the College mission in the context of a changing external environment Develop, together with governors and stakeholders, comprehensive strategic plans to position the College successfully in a changing environment Implement, manage and assess the results of the strategic plan and actions Promote the mission and strategy, and lead in their implementation Establish appropriate and effective relationships and networks within the sector and wider community to ensure linkage of College activity to stakeholders

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Leadership from the front Provide effective leadership for the College, its Senior Management Team, staff, and students Maintain an atmosphere of trust and engagement of students and staff, to develop the understanding and pursuit of a Learning Community Lead on maintaining the high reputation of the College by celebrating its achievements locally and nationally Maintain a clear understanding of the external environment for an incorporated sixth form college in order to provide authoritative advice to governors and staff in the best interests of the students, particularly in the light of regulatory changes Inspire outstanding teaching and learning in the College, and the capacity to innovate Consult widely and communicate effectively with staff, students and stakeholders Establish and develop appropriate management structures and processes Ensure that the College follows best practice in all matters relating to equality and diversity because of understanding and commitment, not merely statutory duty

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Partnerships better together Maintain and develop strong relationships with heads of partner and link schools, and with the Principal of Farnborough College of Technology Build on existing partnerships with other providers locally to ensure young people are able to access their learning entitlement Ensure that young people are provided with a safe environment for learning and that appropriate arrangements are in place to safeguard the vulnerable by working closely with other agencies through a Young Peoples Trust Ensure that the College contributes to the well-being of the local area Develop and strengthen links with the local community and civic leaders, participating in civic events as appropriate Maintain and build links with wider partners in the local, regional and national context, particularly with the local authorities in which College students reside, national representative organisations and government bodies.

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Continual Improvement tomorrow will be better than today Lead on the pursuit of the Colleges single corporate objective: improving students achievements Encourage innovative approaches to curriculum delivery Maintain and further develop quality assurance processes to support improvement at all levels within the College Commit to personal and professional self-development Encourage personal and professional development in all staff

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Management of Resources lack of resources will never hinder the learning experience Perform Chief Accounting Officer responsibilities Ensure the College is financially sound on an ongoing basis Ensure that the risk management strategy is transparent, effective, well-understood and responsive to students needs Ensure achievement of value for money in all disbursements Ensure appropriate development of the College premises, facilities and infrastructure

6. Management within Regulatory Framework insulation of learners from turbulence of government Manage College operations according to plans and policies approved by the Corporation and within the limits of the Principals delegated authority, in the best interests of the students Advise on, and facilitate the business of the Corporation, its Committees, and governors Ensure that College activities are compliant with the provisions of the Instrument and Articles of Government, and with the Learning and Skills Councils or successor bodys Financial Memorandum Ensure that College activities are carried out within the law and provisions of external regulators Ensure that College processes and procedures keep abreast of new regulatory requirements and, where possible, seek to frame and develop the regulations through providing advice to national decision-makers.

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