Curriculum Leader – ESOL

Southport Education Group; Sefton; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Southport Education Group is seeking a passionate Curriculum Leader to head our ESOL provision across two sites, Southport College and MYA Liverpool, ensuring high quality teaching, learning and assessment.

You will develop curriculum, manage staff, drive recruitment and share best practice with stakeholders. Experience leading ESOL for 19+ adult learners and knowledge of FE funding streams are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience leading ESOL provision in FE
• Strong leadership and staff-management skills
• Knowledge of ESOL funding streams and quality systems

Responsibilities

• Lead ESOL provision across two sites (Southport College and MYA Liverpool) ensuring high-quality teaching, learning and assessment
• Develop and update ESOL curriculum from Entry to Level 1
• Manage staff performance, development and recruitment activities
• Collaborate with stakeholders to promote ESOL courses and improve learner outcomes

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and experienced Curriculum Leader to lead our thriving ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) provision, responsible for leading and managing the ESOL program, ensuring high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment, and supporting staff to improve learner outcomes. This role involves curriculum development, staff management, and strategic planning for the ESOL department. You will be responsible for the delivery, and quality of our courses, across two sites Southport College and MYA Liverpool, ensuring they meet the needs of students and employers.

You will have previous experience of ESOL 19+ adult learners. Previous experiences are desired in leading a team of new and experienced team members, with an excellent track record of achieving results above national benchmarks. You will have demonstrable experience of teaching in the FE sector, various funding streams and develop courses that bring in commercial income along with consistently very good or outstanding observation feedback. The post holder will be responsible for a range of ESOL qualifications at Entry level through to Level 1 to teach English to speakers of other languages (ESOL), helping them develop their reading, writing, listening, and speaking skills. You will create engaging lessons, assess student progress, and provide feedback to ensure learners achieve their language goals. The role will involve teaching duties across both sites.

The successful post holder will be a self-motivated and enthusiastic professional with proven ESOL teaching expertise and strong leadership skills. They will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the outstanding quality of the provision, managing delivery across two sites while fostering a culture of excellence. The role involves close collaboration with stakeholders, conducting initial assessments, and leading on promotional activities to drive recruitment. This is a dynamic opportunity to contribute to the growth and continuous improvement of a flagship provision, ensuring it remains sector-leading and reflective of best practice.

Southport Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees are expected to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records check, with Barred List check if appropriate, through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).