Curriculum Innovation Specialist in Cyber Security

NOVUS; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Free breakfast every day (Openshaw)

Work from home when not required on‑s/

In-house training programme

Well-being days (3 per year)

Pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The Manchester College, Openshaw Campus, invites applications for a DigiTec Specialist Practitioner - Cyber Security. You will lead on a cyber security curriculum specialism, shape digital resilience strategy, and collaborate with employers to align industry needs with teaching.

The role is based at Openshaw, with a mix of on-site and home-working, 35 hours per week, on a 3-year fixed-term contract. You will develop resources, deliver CPD, and build industry partnerships to advance learners and

Qualifications

• Degree must be held or equivalent professional level.
• Current and valid industry specialism qualification.
• English and maths minimum Level 2 Grace C or grade 4 and above.
• Professional Body accreditation (within subject specialism) where relevant.

Responsibilities

• Lead on a specific specialism within a curriculum area.
• Develop resources and teaching materials reflecting industry best practice.
• Design and develop curriculum aligned with employer needs for industry relevance.
• Use technology to enhance the learning environment inside and outside the classroom.
• Develop internal and external partnerships to disseminate information and enable collaboration.
• Contribute and develop the specialism to meet local and national skills priorities.
• Provide specialist CPD for staff to keep practice current.

Skills

Cyber security knowledge

Digital resilience

Education

Degree

Industry specialism qualification

English and maths Level 2

Professional Body accreditation

Job description

Job description

Are you passionate about cyber security, digital resilience, and protecting organisations against an ever-evolving threat landscape? The Manchester College is seeking an innovative DigiTec Specialist Practitioner - Cyber Security to help shape our strategic approach to cyber security, emerging technologies, and future digital skills requirements.

Working closely with curriculum leaders, employers, and senior stakeholders, you will provide expert insight into the latest cyber security trends, threats, technologies, and industry developments. Your expertise will help inform strategic decision-making, strengthen employer partnerships, and ensure the College remains at the forefront of digital innovation and cyber resilience. Cyber security continues to be one of the most in-demand specialisms within the digital sector, with organisations increasingly reliant on experts who can navigate areas such as security operations, ethical hacking, network security, cloud security, and digital risk management.

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking industry professional who is passionate about the future of cyber security and digital protection. If you thrive on identifying emerging threats, influencing strategic direction, building industry partnerships, and helping organisations stay ahead in an increasingly complex digital world, we'd love to hear from you.

This opportunity is based at our Openshaw Campus to join the our new DIGITECH Department as a Curriculum Innovation Specialist in Cyber Security. The role is offered on a 3-year fixed-term contract , working 35 hours per week on a full-time basis.

Benefits

We offer an outstanding benefits package to support your work-life balance, career development, and well-being, including.

• 35 days of annual leave, including 5 days holiday
• Free breakfast every day to start your morning right*! (Openshaw Campus)
• Opportunity to work from home when you're not required to be on-site.
• In-house training programme to help you upskill and advance your career.
• 3 well-being days per year.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Why The Manchester College?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester's learning provision and are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Role Responsibilities

• Lead on a specific specialism within a curriculum area.
• Develop resources and teaching materials in line with specialism ensuring they are of the highest quality, reflect industry best practice and comply with course guidance/frameworks.
• Design and develop curriculum in line with employer need to ensure current validity with Industry specialism and best practice.
• Use technology to develop and enhance the learning environment both inside and outside of the classroom.
• Participate in the development of internal and external partnerships to disseminate information, share best practice, establish opportunities for collaborative work and enhance the delivery of learning.
• Contribute and develop area of specialism to meet local and national skills and knowledge priorities.
• Provide specialist CPD for staff to ensure they are current in their practice.

Essential Skills, Qualifications and Experience

• Degree
• Current and valid industry specialism qualification.
• English and maths minimum level 2 Grace C or grade 4 and above.
• Professional Body accreditation (within subject specialism) where relevant.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 10/08/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!