Tyne Coast College – Head of HR

Salary

Competitive salary

Closing date

9am on Wednesday 18 November 2026

Interview date

Thursday 26 November 2026

Lead Consultant

Lucy.Horne@fea.co.uk
FE Associates

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Introduction

Tyne Coast College offers diverse and innovative programmes of study across key campuses and locations, creating opportunities for learners of all ages, levels and abilities to succeed professionally and personally. Working with employers, partners and other stakeholders, the College’s offer is designed to meet regional skills needs and support economic growth and prosperity.

The Head of HR will support and develop a high-performing Human Resources function that delivers a professional, proactive and strategically aligned service to the College. Reporting to the Director of HR, the post will lead the HR team, advise senior leaders on complex people matters, oversee employee relations, policy development, workforce data, payroll, safeguarding and safer recruitment and champion an inclusive, high-performing culture across the College.

We have appointed FE Associates to support us with this important appointment. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties should arrange an initial conversation with our recruitment partner, by emailing Lucy.Horne@fea.co.uk to discuss the role before the closing date. Please connect with Lucy Horne on LinkedIn, or send a link to your LinkedIn profile if possible.

 

Supporting documents.

Strategic Plan

Financial Statements

Ofsted Report

How to apply

If you have the very special qualities and the passion to make a real a difference to the future of our students and business, then we would like to hear from you.

Please complete the registration form below to access the candidate information pack, online application form and the equality and diversity form.

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We have appointed FE Associates to help us find the right person. Prior to submitting an application, interested parties should arrange an initial conversation with our FE Associates lead consultant to discuss the role before the closing date.

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Step 2: Submitting your application.

Prior to submitting an application, interested parties should arrange an initial conversation with our FE Associates lead consultant, by emailing  Lucy.Horne@fea.co.uk to discuss the role before the closing date.

Once you have obtained the full information and had an informal discussion with the lead consultant, you must complete the online application form and equality and diversity form by the closing date deadline. Applications received after this time will not be considered.

Key dates for submitting your application:

  • Closing date: 9am on Wednesday 18 November 2026
  • Interview date: Thursday 26 November 2026
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