Curriculum Director - STEM & Commercial Provision

London South East Colleges; Bromley; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A renowned further education provider in Bromley is seeking a visionary Curriculum Director for STEM to lead innovative programmes and drive learner success. The ideal candidate will have proven leadership experience, a strong STEM background, and a commitment to quality improvement. Join us in shaping the future of education by making a significant impact in our community.

Benefits

43 days annual leave

Generous pension schemes

Free onsite parking

Onsite gym access

Discounts for teachers

Qualifications

• Proven experience in managing STEM programmes.
• Ability to inspire through subject expertise.
• Track record of designing commercially viable programmes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the curriculum development for STEM programmes.
• Drive learner success and strategic growth.
• Manage a team of educators and industry professionals.

Skills

Leadership experience in STEM

Strong STEM background

Commercial acumen

Occupational competence in curriculum areas

Commitment to quality assurance

Job description

Overview

About the role: London South East Colleges is seeking an exceptional and inspirational Curriculum Director for STEM to lead our dynamic department at the Holly Hill campus. This is a pivotal leadership role for a forward-thinking individual with a passion for innovation, quality, and impact in both education and commercial training.

As Curriculum Director, you will be at the forefront of shaping and delivering outstanding STEM and commercial programmes. You will lead a team of dedicated educators and industry professionals, driving curriculum development, learner success, and strategic growth across a diverse portfolio of courses. The post holder will be expected to work across all LSEC sites.

Skills and Experience

• Proven leadership experience in managing and developing STEM and commercial provision, ideally within a further education or training environment.
• A strong background in STEM disciplines, with the ability to inspire staff and students through subject expertise and industry insight.
• Commercial acumen, with a track record of designing and delivering commercially viable programmes that meet employer needs and generate income.
• Occupational competence in at least one of the curriculum areas under your remit, ensuring credibility and relevance in your leadership.
• A commitment to quality assurance, innovation, and continuous improvement, with the ability to translate strategic goals into operational excellence.

This is a unique opportunity to make a significant impact in a college that values ambition, collaboration, and learner success. If you are a visionary leader ready to shape the future of STEM education and commercial training, we would love to hear from you.

About the College and Values

London South East Colleges (LSEC) is a leading further and higher education provider, with seven campuses across Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich, and Lambeth and c1000 staff. The College delivers a wide range of vocational courses, apprenticeships and degree programmes to over 13,000 students, designed to meet employer and industry needs. The College is committed to transforming lives through learning, promotes social mobility, and collaborates with employers and universities to prepare learners for successful careers.

As part of London & South East Education Group, the College sponsors London South East Academies Trust, a growing Multi-Academy Trust with a network of schools across the region. The Group also launched the LASER Education Foundation to support disadvantaged children and families. The Group has ambitious growth plans and a turnover of approximately £100m.

Benefits

Our benefits package includes annual leave of 43 days (excluding bank holidays) plus three additional days over Christmas. We provide up to two more College closure days, volunteering leave, generous pension schemes (Teachers' Pension Scheme, Local Government Pension Scheme or Nest), and other benefits including:

• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free onsite parking
• Cycle to work/bike loan scheme
• Annual season ticket loan
• Discounts for teachers
• Eduroam Wi-Fi access
• Onsite gym access in Bromley, restaurant and beauty treatment discounts

Equal Opportunities

London South East Colleges is committed to being an Equal Opportunities Employer, creating a diverse and inclusive workspace. Applications from all backgrounds are welcome. The College conducts linked safeguarding and DBS checks where required. Applicants may be required to disclose information for safeguarding and recruitment purposes.