Engineering Curriculum Leader

Curriculum Leader (Engineering) – Further Education College
Salary: £51,016 – £53,633 per annum
Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Hours: Full-time, 37 hours per week (Flexible)
Annual Leave: 50 days (including bank holidays and college closures)
Contract: Permanent
Are you an experienced educator with a passion for Engineering and a drive for leadership? We are seeking a Curriculum Leader to head our Engineering department, ensuring excellence in teaching, learning, and student outcomes while fostering an inclusive and innovative environment.
The Role:

• Lead & Manage: Direct line management of teaching staff and technicians, including timetabling and staff induction (ECTs).
• Quality Assurance: Oversee curriculum design (Schemes of Work), moderation, and internal verification processes to meet Ofsted and college standards.
• Student Success: Monitor data and "At Risk" registers to implement early interventions, ensuring high achievement and progression.
• Strategy & Innovation: Author annual Self-Assessment Reviews (SAR) and Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) to drive departmental growth.
• Engagement: Act as a tutor and manage the area budget while forging links with HE, employers, and schools.

Requirements:

• Qualifications: Degree-level qualification and a recognized post-16 teaching qualification (or willingness to obtain one).
• Experience: Proven track record of successful teaching in adult or post-16 education, with experience leading a team or provision preferred.
• Skills: Strong proficiency in data analysis, IT, and administrative organization.
• Values: A collaborative leadership style with a deep commitment to Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Safeguarding.

Benefits:

• Generous 50 days annual leave (including closures).
• Access to the Teachers’ Pension Scheme.
• 162 hours of remission for leadership duties.
• Professional development opportunities in a supportive, tertiary-focused environment.

Ready to shape the future of Engineering education? Apply today!

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