Curriculum Innovation Specialist in Cyber Security

The Manchester College; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Free breakfast at Openshaw Campus

Work from home options

In-house training programme

Well-being days

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Job summary

The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester are seeking a Curriculum Innovation Specialist in Cyber Security to lead on curriculum development and adopt new technologies across partner colleges in the DIGITec initiative. This 3-year fixed term, full-time role (35 hours/week) is hybrid between home and Openshaw campus, involving collaboration with employers and educators in Greater Manchester.

Ideal candidates will drive professional development for staff, design innovative curricula, and

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field.
• 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 ensuring high quality and industry relevance.
• Design and develop curriculum in line with employer needs and industry best practice.
• Use technology to develop and enhance the learning environment inside and outside the classroom.
• Participate in development of internal and external partnerships to share best practice.
• Contribute and develop the area of specialism to meet local and national skills priorities.
• Provide specialist CPD for staff to keep practice current.

Skills

Curriculum design

Cyber security

Professional development

Industry collaboration

Education

Degree in relevant field

Job description

Are you passionate about the future of Cyber Security and digital innovation? The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester are seeking a forward-thinking Specialist Practitioner in Cyber Security (i.e. Curriculum Innovation Specialist) to help lead how we respond to emerging technologies, evolving workforce demands, and the rapidly changing digital landscape within Cyber Security.

The Manchester College and UCEN Manchester have been awarded Digital Technical Excellence College Status (DigiTec). The DigiTec is designed to act as a regional centre of excellence for digital and technical education, supporting economic growth, productivity, and workforce development in priority sectors including AI and Cyber Security.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our new Digital Technical Excellence College initiative as a Curriculum Innovation Specialist in Cyber Security. This is a 3-year fixed term role, working on a full-time (35 hours per week), hybrid basis between home and our Openshaw campus.

Working closely with teachers across Further Education colleges in Greater Manchester, Liverpool City Region, Lancashire and Yorkshire, employers, and other stakeholders, you will lead on;

• Professional development for teaching staff
• Sharing best practice across partner colleges
• Curriculum innovation and pedagogical development
• Supporting employers to adopt new technologies
• Work with employers to co-design curriculum content.

This role is ideal for a forward-thinking industry professional who is passionate about the future of cyber security and digital protection. I If you're passionate about Cyber Security and the future of digital skills, and thrive on spotting emerging trends, shaping curriculum and sharing your expertise, we'd love to hear from you. Help shape the future of Cyber Security across DigiTec and ensure learners, staff and our curriculums remain ahead of the curve in one of the UK's fastest-evolving sectors.

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

• 35 days annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays
• 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
• 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.

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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.

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.