Curriculum Lead - Creative, Digital and Performance

onlyFE; Southampton; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Employer Pension Contribution

Regular Training & Development

Health Care Plan

Learning & Development Opportunities

Job summary

Southampton College is seeking a Curriculum Area Manager to lead Creative, Performance and Digital programmes. The role requires strategic and operational leadership to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across T Level, HE, Adult and Vocational qualifications.

You will champion outstanding learner outcomes, guide curriculum development and work with stakeholders to ensure inclusive learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Clear communication with diverse audiences across ages and levels.
• Experience leading teams and driving performance improvements.
• Commitment to inclusive learning and high-quality teaching.
• Ability to design and review curriculum with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Creative, Performance and Digital programmes to ensure high-quality provision and strong learner outcomes.
• Design, develop and review curriculum in partnership with stakeholders to meet local priorities and progression pathways.
• Line manage teaching staff, setting high expectations and supporting performance and professional development.
• Monitor and drive improvement in recruitment, retention, achievement, attendance and progression against KPIs.
• Ensure excellence in teaching, learning and assessment, including internal verification and awarding body compliance.
• Oversee learner progress, safeguarding, and timely interventions for at-risk learners.
• Maintain strong partnerships with local authorities, employers, parents/carers and external agencies.
• Contribute to self-assessment and quality improvement planning across the faculty.

Skills

Communication

Team leadership

Education

Level 2 Literacy & Numeracy

Level 3 qualification in relevant area

Level 5 Teaching qualification

Relevant degree or professional qualifications

Job description

Southampton College is seeking a Curriculum Area Manager to lead Creative, Performance and Digital programmes. The role requires strategic and operational leadership to deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across T Level, HE, Adult and Vocational qualifications.

You will champion outstanding learner outcomes, guide curriculum development and work with stakeholders to ensure inclusive learning experiences.