Curriculum Lead in English

Coventry College; Coventry; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic further education provider in Coventry is seeking a Curriculum Lead in English. The successful candidate will play a vital role in managing English courses for diverse learners and leading curriculum development. This position requires a passion for education and a commitment to high teaching standards. The role offers numerous professional development opportunities and a supportive working environment with competitive benefits.

Benefits

Free on-site parking, including EV charging points

Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Access to continued professional development

Employee Assistance Programme

Employee discount scheme

On-site refectory

Discounted hair and beauty treatments

Staff recognition and award schemes

Qualifications

• Hold a Higher Education qualification in a related subject.
• Hold a teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one.
• Experience of teaching English up to GCSE Level.
• Evidence of continuing professional development.
• Proven ability to create strong outcomes for diverse groups of learners.
• Ability to lead colleagues in curriculum development.

Responsibilities

• Join the English Department as a Curriculum Lead.
• Combine teaching English across various programmes.
• Provide leadership responsibility for specific areas.

Skills

Teaching English up to GCSE Level

Curriculum development

Professional development

Leadership skills

Inspiring learners

Education

Higher Education qualification in a related subject

Teaching qualification

Job description

Curriculum Lead in English

Location: Coventry, West Midlands

Salary: £47,086

Contract Type: Permanent

Institution: Coventry College

Job Title

Curriculum Lead in English

Location

Coventry College

Hours

37 hours per week

About Us

Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city, offering high-quality vocational, technical, and professional education to learners of all ages, from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017, we have been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to grow, strengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive, inclusive curriculum, we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities, including electric vehicle tech, construction, and digital skills, ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs.

About the Role

The English Department offers qualifications for both adult learners and school leavers studying English as part of their Programme of Study. Adult programmes include Functional Skills qualifications and a GCSE in English Language, which is available as either a daytime or evening study option. Many of the school-leavers undertaking GCSE resits may have had a disrupted secondary education and/or have diagnosed or undiagnosed special educational needs, while a significant proportion of adult English learners have English as a second language and have progressed from ESOL programmes.

An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated person to join our highly-dedicated team as a Curriculum Lead in English. This role is ideal for a high performing English teacher who is keen to develop experience in leadership as part of the department's leadership team. It combines teaching English across a range of programmes, with leadership responsibility for a specific area of the provision. The successful candidate will be a driven and dynamic individual with a proven ability to provide high quality teaching and learning in English. The ability to inspire learners and drive good classroom standards is essential.

Requirements

Must-Have:

• Hold a Higher Education qualification in a related subject
• Hold a teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one
• Experience of teaching English up to GCSE Level
• Be able to evidence continuing professional development
• Proven ability to create strong outcomes for diverse groups of learners
• The ability to lead colleagues in curriculum development and quality assurance activities

Nice-to-Have:

• Evidence of effective tracking and monitoring of a wide range of students on a range of different programmes
• Previous leadership experience

What we offer

• Free on-site parking, including EV charging points
• Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS)
• Generous annual leave entitlement - 39 days plus statutory bank holidays
• Access to continued professional development and training opportunities
• Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support
• Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail, travel, and more
• This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC)
• On-site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options
• Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in-house salon
• Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements
• A supportive, inclusive working environment

How to Apply

To apply, please complete our online application form, which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance.

Please note that CVs will not be accepted.

We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required.