Curriculum Leader in Vocational Business

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Newcastle is seeking a Curriculum Leader in Vocational Business to deliver engaging courses. The ideal candidate will have a PGCE or DTTLS qualification, a proven track record in high-quality teaching, and will play a key role in driving the department's strategic objectives. The position offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and a vibrant working environment.

Benefits

Employer Pension contributions

52 Days Annual Leave

Cycle to Work Scheme

Subsidised Gym Membership

Health-related benefits

Excellent Training and Development Opportunities

Free Parking

On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast

Qualifications

• Teaching qualification is a must.
• Proven record of high-quality teaching delivery.
• Ability to engage and motivate students.

Responsibilities

• Deliver a flexible and innovative curriculum.
• Coordinate staff and ensure teaching excellence.
• Provide remote teaching where required.

Skills

Effective communication

High teaching standards

Up-to-date knowledge of teaching practices

Education

Teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS)

Job description

Curriculum Leader in Vocational Business

Location: Newcastle College Site
Hours: Full time, 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Salary: £30,900 - £45,320 depending on experience and qualifications

Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group (NSCG) is one of the very best colleges in the country. In October 2024 we became the first and only further education provider in England to achieve a full set of outstanding grades in consecutive Ofsted Inspections. This includes recognition of our strong contribution towards meeting Local Skills Needs under the latest version of the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).

The inspection report praised all areas of the College\'s provision and acknowledged NSCG\'s \"staff are professional, friendly, incredibly supportive and work tirelessly to meet the needs of learners\" \"teachers improve their practice based upon the support they receive\" and \"teachers create highly supportive, calm and highly aspirational environments in which learners and apprentices thrive\". In summary, NSCG is a great place to work and study.

To read the full Ofsted report for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group, please visit the Ofsted Government website, select Find an Inspection Report and search for Newcastle and Stafford Colleges Group.

The group is currently home to a population of over 6,500 full-time students with around 2000 adult learners and students on higher education programmes. We have over 1,500 apprentices where we work with over 850 individual employers.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified individual with relevant experience to teach on our outstanding business courses and specifically lead on our BTEC Level Three Second Year program that has approximately 95 student enrolments.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, suitably qualified individual who will play a crucial role in realising the department\'s strategic objectives. You will be an inspiring lecturer with a background in delivering Vocational Business and the ability to deliver varied, high quality and imaginative sessions and have a record of good achievement rates.

You will be teaching across a range of units on various vocational business programs, however will have specific curriculum leader responsibilities for the 2nd year of BTEC Level Three Business. Topics range from finance, branding, visual merchandising, team building and many others.

Our ideal candidate will be an inspiring lecturer who has a proven record of innovation and a pro-active approach to delivery including Vocational Level 2, Level 3 and T-Level activity in Business. You will have also demonstrated an understanding and sensitivity towards the needs of your learners and use this to help them reach their true potential.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Deliver a flexible and innovative curriculum that is responsive to feedback from current learners and anticipates likely changes in demand from future learners.
• To deliver excellent teaching, learning and assessment processes. A proportion of which maybe remote teaching, learning and assessment via appropriate platforms where required.
• Undertake the day-to-day co-ordination of staff within the course team so that the College can achieve its overall objective of being excellent in all areas.

Required Skills and Experience

• Teaching qualification (PGCE or DTTLS).
• A proven record of delivering teaching and learning to a consistently high standard.
• Able to communicate effectively with students and peers.
• Detailed knowledge and understanding of current teaching practice within the curriculum area.

What\'s in it for you?

The college offers an excellent benefits package which includes:

• Employer Pension contributions - up to £12,145 pro rata (Teachers\' Pension Scheme).
• 52 Days Annual Leave (including Bank Holidays & Christmas Closure).
• Cycle to Work Scheme (Salary sacrifice).
• Subsidised Gym Membership.
• Health-related benefits including a subsidised Health Scheme.
• Excellent Training and Development Opportunities (supported with a dedicated budget).
• Dedicated Teaching & Learning Coaches for New Staff.
• Remission provided for your first year in post.
• Free Parking.
• On site restaurant and FREE early morning tea/coffee and toast.

How to apply

To apply for the role of Curriculum Leader in Vocational Business, please click \"Apply Now\" to complete an online application form.

If you are applying via a jobs board, you will receive an email and link that will take you directly to our application form on the Newcastle & Stafford Colleges Group website.

The closing date for completed applications is 3rd October 2025.

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All college based positions are subject to enhanced DBS check and are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

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