Who Are We?
As a major institution of both further and higher educational provision in the West Midlands and Warwickshire, our aim is simple – to make significant contributions to the local and regional economies and beyond, by providing high quality vocational education and training for individuals, employers and the wider community. As such, our provision is designed to be up to date, flexible, accessible and responsive to all our customers’ needs, serving approximately 11,000 students.
Solihull College & University Centre and Stratford-upon-Avon College merged in February 2018 and the College now operates out of three main campuses: Blossomfield (South Solihull), Woodlands (North Solihull) and Stratford-upon-Avon. We also have provision at several satellite centres throughout Solihull and on work based programmes throughout the region and beyond.
We have state-of-the-art facilities and an excellent learning/working environment across the campuses, including an aircraft hangar, animal welfare centre, sports complex, arts centre and specialist vocational workshops.
At Stratford-upon-Avon College we have recently completed our £13million redevelopment project, which has included a new TV and radio studio, gym, library, plumbing and electrical workshops, café area, and a beautifully landscaped ‘green heart’. The College also secured funding to update the theatres with industry-standard equipment – including making one of the theatre’s gantry areas fully accessible for wheelchair users – one of only a few in the UK to offer this inclusivity.
At present, we employ approximately 280 full time and proportional teaching staff within the main curriculum areas. We also employ approximately 350 support staff and approximately 180 part time teachers.
We are proud of the open and friendly environment within our organisation. Solihull College & University Centre will provide you with significant and exciting challenges and genuine career and development opportunities. Never have the challenges and opportunities within post compulsory education been greater. Ultimately it is our people, their drive, commitment and vision that will take us in the direction we want to go.
Our Commitment
The College is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community and welcomes applications from individuals across all sectors. We aim to reflect the diversity of our student population in our staff profile, ensuring that we provide the best possible experience and environment for our learners. Our goal is to continue to develop a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive workplace where all staff can thrive.
Why should you work in Further Education?
West Midlands Colleges celebrate the ethnic diversity of our workforce – a workforce increasingly representative of our local communities. So, why should you work in Further Education as either a teacher, support staff or management?
Our Values
Inspiring
Motivating others to excel
We recognise and celebrate achievement, and empower staff and learners to exceed their perceived potential.
Innovative
Transforming our ideas
We seek continuous improvement, and use innovation to adapt to change.
Responsible
Making things happen
We are open, honest, and take full responsibility, individually and collectively, for our decisions, actions, performance and results.
Caring
Making a difference
We care about the wellbeing of our staff, learners and communities by trusting, listening to, engaging with and supporting each other.
Collaborative
Working together to achieve shared goals
We operate as one team, valuing the contribution each of us makes.
Respectful
Welcoming others into our college community
We celebrate the difference and diversity. We value others and recognise that their thoughts and feelings are as important as our own.
Benefits of Working for Us
The College offers the following benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Generous annual leave entitlement
- Contributory occupational pension scheme
- Excellent development opportunities
- Employee assistance programme through Care first
- Free staff parking
- Cycle to work scheme
- On site fitness centre (Blossomfield Campus)
- Access to the Birmingham Hospital Saturday Fund
- Solihull BID card
- CostCo wholesalers – staff membership
The Armed Forces Covenant
At Solihull College & University Centre and Stratford-upon-Avon College, we are proud to be signatories of the Armed Forces Covenant. This means we are committed to ensuring that those who serve or have served in the Armed Forces, and their families, are treated with fairness and respect. As part of this pledge, we guarantee that no one will be disadvantaged in our recruitment and selection practices because of their service background. We value the skills, experience and dedication that members of the Armed Forces community bring, and we actively encourage applications from veterans, reservists, and military families.
