Curriculum Manager

Serco Limited; Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational services provider is looking for a Curriculum Manager based in Bristol. In this role, you will oversee the educational operations at HMP Ashfield, ensuring high-quality education delivery and curriculum development. Candidates should possess a Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training or PGCE, alongside experience working with learners with special educational needs. This permanent, full-time position offers a competitive salary between £40,000 and £45,000, along with excellent benefits including comprehensive training opportunities and a supportive work environment.

Benefits

31 days holidays including bank holidays

Up to 6% contributory pension scheme

Over 1,100 internal courses and funding for qualifications

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounts across around 1,000 retailers

Paid volunteering day

Qualifications

• Proven ability to manage challenging behaviour.
• Experience working with learners with SEND and LDD.
• Willingness to achieve DET if not already held.

Responsibilities

• Manage and lead curriculum delivery in functional skills.
• Support teaching teams in delivering quality education.
• Monitor and maximize income streams while ensuring compliance.
• Oversee staffing levels and training to maintain standards.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum planning

Teaching skills

Special Educational Needs awareness

Behaviour management

Education

Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET) or PGCE

Degree or equivalent experience

Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE A-C or equivalent)

Job description

Location: HMP Ashfield, BS16 9QJ
Salary: £40,000 - £45,000 per annum, dependant on experience plus excellent benefits
Schedule: Permanent, full-time, 40 hours per week. Monday - Friday.

Ready to impact a better future?

As a Curriculum Manager in our Ashfield College education team, you'll lead and manage the daily operations of education delivery within HMP Ashfield, helping learners gain skills that improve employability and reduce re-offending.

You'll play a vital role in shaping an innovative curriculum that meets contract requirements and supports positive outcomes for learners in custody. Your work will directly contribute to creating opportunities for growth and a better future for individuals and communities.

What you'll do as a Curriculum Manager

• Manage and lead curriculum delivery in functional skills and vocational areas
• Support teaching teams to deliver high-quality education across core and vocational subjects
• Drive curriculum planning and performance analysis to meet contract targets
• Monitor and maximise income streams while ensuring compliance with KPIs
• Prepare for successful HMIP and Ofsted inspections
• Oversee staffing levels, training, and development to maintain high standards

Does this sound like you?

• A Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training (DET) or PGCE (or willingness to achieve DET within 15 months)
• A degree or equivalent experience
• Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy (GCSE A-C or equivalent)
• Experience working with learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) / LDD and ND.
• A proven ability to manage challenging behaviour and deliver positive outcomes

Vetting and checks:

An Enhanced DBS check is required for this role. This includes spent and unspent convictions, cautions, and any relevant information held by local police, in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and safeguarding requirements. You will also complete an Occupational Health Questionnaire to allow us to provide any support needed for you to succeed in the role.

Discover all you need to keep growing

We're one of the top 1% of international employers, so you can have confidence you'll be part of a highly supportive culture with leaders you can count on to help you achieve your goals. From mentoring and training to our focus on internal progression, we're proud to offer clear development opportunities - and the support and tools to help you seize them.

What we offer

• Holidays: 31 days including bank holidays
• Pension: Up to 6% contributory pension scheme
• Training and development: Over 1,100 internal courses available, funding for qualifications and apprenticeships (including L3 Team Leader and L5 Operations Manager apprenticeships), mentoring opportunities, and a focus on internal progression
• Health and wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme, Bupa Anytime HealthLine, wellbeing app, 30% off at Serco-managed leisure centres, and 24/7 access to a virtual GP service
• Discounts: Discounts across around 1,000 retailers, from food and clothing to days out, entertainment and travel
• Charity: Paid volunteering day, tax‑free charitable giving through Payroll Giving Scheme, donate your pennies from your monthly pay to the Serco People Fund Charity
• Employee networks: Our networks support inclusion and connection by providing spaces for collaboration, learning, and belonging. They represent and empower all our colleagues including LGBTQIA+ employees, women, parents and carers, people with disabilities, veterans, and people from all cultural backgrounds.

Let's impact a better future, together. Apply today.