Curriculum Area Leader - Science, Health & Care

Calderdale College; Calderdale; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is seeking a Curriculum Area Leader for its Science, Health & Care faculty. This role involves leading two Sub-Curriculum Areas, emphasizing continuous improvement and high achievement rates. The candidate should be an excellent communicator, highly organized, and a collaborative leader who is committed to innovation and student success. This opportunity aims to shape the future of education in these areas and make a lasting impact on learners and staff.

Qualifications

• Experience in a management position or aspiring leader.
• Ability to inspire and motivate teams.
• Strong organizational abilities to manage priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead two Sub-Curriculum Areas: Health & Social Care and Animal Care.
• Contribute to growth and excellence in Teaching, Learning and Assessment.
• Drive continuous improvement across the faculty.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Collaborative leadership

Commitment to innovation

Job description

Are you an experienced manager, or an aspiring leader ready to take the next step in your career? We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Curriculum Area Leader to join our Science, Health & Care faculty at a pivotal point in its development.

This is an exciting opportunity to build on the strong foundations already established within the team. You will lead two Sub-Curriculum Areas (including Health & Social Care and Animal Care), contributing to the continued growth a diverse portfolio of provision and supporting sustained excellence in Teaching, Learning and Assessment. Your leadership will be key in strengthening existing successes, maintaining high achievement rates, and driving further continuous improvement across the faculty.

What We’re Looking For

• An excellent communicator who can inspire, influence, and motivate colleagues.
• A highly organised professional with the ability to manage priorities effectively.
• A people-focused leader who thrives on collaboration and can unite teams behind our college vision.
• A commitment to innovation, quality, and student success.

Why Join Us?

This is more than a management role—it’s a chance to make a lasting impact on learners, staff, and the wider community. You’ll be part of a supportive environment where your ideas and leadership will help shape the future of Science, Health & Care education.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS check. If the post falls under the definition of regulated activity it will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

When we shortlist potential candidates, we will inform those who have been shortlisted that online search may be conducted as part of the due diligence checks. The college will ensure to communicate the lawful basis on which this personal information will be collected.

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Curriculum Area Leader - Science, Health & Care

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