Curriculum Manager

Panoramic Associates Ltd; Greater London; On-site; GBP 74,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Panoramic Associates Ltd seeks an experienced English, Maths, Digital & SEND Manager to lead the adult and community learning provision in East London. The role requires 4+ days on-site across multiple learning centres, with an ASAP start and a contract to March 2027 (with extension potential) Inside IR35.

The post demands strategic and operational leadership for English, Maths and Digital skills through Entry to Level 2, alongside SEND and Inclusive Learning services, to improve learner

Qualifications

• Significant leadership experience within Adult Education, FE or Community Learning.
• Strong track record of managing English, Maths, Digital Skills or SEND provision.
• Knowledge of Functional Skills, GCSE and Essential Digital Skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, delivery and improvement of English, Maths and Digital curriculum.
• Drive learner recruitment, attendance, retention, achievement and progression.
• Oversee SEND provision, Inclusive Learning and Additional Learning Support services.
• Embed inclusion and accessibility across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation, EHCPs and funding regulations.
• Lead curriculum reviews using data and stakeholder feedback.

Skills

English

Maths

Digital Skills

SEND

Education

PGCE/Cert Ed/DET

Leadership/Management qualification

Job description

East London | £400-£450 per day (Inside IR35) | ASAP Start | Contract to March 2027 (with scope to extend)

A highly regarded Adult Learning Service within an East London local authority is seeking an experienced English, Maths, Digital & SEND Manager to lead a key area of provision within its adult and community learning offer.

This is an exciting opportunity for an accomplished education leader with expertise across English, Maths, Digital Skills and SEND/Additional Learning Support, who can drive curriculum quality, inclusion, learner achievement and service performance across multiple learning centres.

The role requires a strong on-site presence, with 4+ days per week in service locations across East London.

The Opportunity

Reporting into the Head of Curriculum, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for:

• English, Maths and Digital Skills provision from Entry Level through to Level 2
• Functional Skills, GCSE and Essential Digital Skills programmes
• SEND, Inclusive Learning and Additional Learning Support services
• Tutors, Learning Support Assistants, SEND specialists and curriculum staff
• Quality improvement, learner outcomes and service compliance

You will play a pivotal role in ensuring adult learners receive high-quality, inclusive learning experiences that support progression into further education, employment, apprenticeships and independent living.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, delivery and continuous improvement of the English, Maths and Digital curriculum.
• Drive learner recruitment, attendance, retention, achievement and progression.
• Oversee SEND provision, Inclusive Learning programmes and Additional Learning Support services.
• Embed a culture of inclusion, accessibility and high expectations across the organisation.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation, EHCP requirements, exam access arrangements and funding regulations.
• Lead curriculum reviews using learner performance data, stakeholder feedback and labour market intelligence.
• Manage curriculum and support budgets, staffing structures and resource deployment.
• Undertake lesson observations and quality assurance activities to improve teaching, learning and assessment.
• Support Ofsted readiness, Self-Assessment Reports (SAR) and Quality Improvement Plans (QIP).
• Develop staff capability through coaching, training and professional development programmes.
• Build strong partnerships with employers, specialist agencies, local authorities and SEND stakeholders.
• Champion the use of digital and assistive technologies to improve learner engagement and outcomes.

About You

We are looking for a candidate who can demonstrate:

• Significant leadership experience within Adult Education, Further Education or Community Learning.
• A proven track record of managing English, Maths, Digital Skills or SEND provision.
• Strong knowledge of Functional Skills, GCSE, Essential Digital Skills and adult learning programmes.
• Extensive experience of SEND, Additional Learning Support and inclusive learning practice.
• Experience of managing teaching and support staff and improving performance.
• Strong understanding of adult education funding, quality frameworks and compliance requirements.
• Experience of curriculum planning, budget management and service development.
• Knowledge of EHCP processes, access arrangements and reasonable adjustments.
• A passion for widening participation, improving learner outcomes and promoting inclusion.

Essential Qualifications

• Recognised teaching qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DET or equivalent).
• Relevant specialist expertise in English, Maths and/or Adult Education.
• SEND or Learning Difficulties and Disabilities qualification/experience.
• Management qualification or substantial leadership experience.
• Location: East London
• IR35 Status: Inside IR35
• Start Date: ASAP
• Extension: Likely, subject to funding and performance
• Working Pattern: Full-time
• Attendance: 4+ days per week on-site across multiple learning centres

This role would suit a current Curriculum Manager, Head of Curriculum, SEND Manager, Inclusive Learning Manager or Adult Learning leader looking to make a significant impact within a progressive local authority learning service.