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Introduction
As one of the largest further education providers in England, we serve more than 20,000 students through a family of colleges and specialist institutions that are deeply connected to the communities and industries we support. Driven by a purpose to help individuals, communities and society flourish through education, we are committed to raising aspirations, reducing inequality and creating opportunities that transform lives.
We are seeking a Chief People Officer to lead a people and culture agenda that strengthens leadership capability, organisational development and workforce performance across the Group. Reporting to the Group Chief Executive Officer and serving on the Executive Leadership Team, you will lead strategic people planning, cultural development, organisational change and workforce insight to support excellent outcomes for students, employers and communities.
We have engaged FE Associates to help us with this important role. Prior to submitting your CV and supporting statement, contact our lead consultant, Lucy.Horne@fea.co.uk, before the closing date to find out more about this exciting opportunity. Please connect with Lucy Horne on LinkedIn, or send a link to your LinkedIn profile if possible.
How to apply
Step 1: Complete the form below.
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Candidate Information.
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 Friday 27 November 2026
- Interviews: Monday 7 and Tuesday 8 December 2026
Step 3: Ethnicity and diversity form.
Thank you for taking the time to complete your application for The Bedford College Group – Chief People Officer.
Our team will now review your application against the requirements of the role. Should your application be shortlisted, we will be in touch to arrange the next steps in the selection process.
If you have any questions in the meantime, please don’t hesitate to contact us at recruitment@fea.co.uk.
Step 3: Ethnicity and diversity form.
Thank you for completing the Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion form.
We appreciate your time and your support in helping us build a more inclusive workplace.