Curriculum Manager

Only FE; Leeds; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

35 days annual leave

Teacher's Pension with above-averageem

Free parking

Flexible working options

Training and development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Retail discounts

Employee wellbeing events

Job summary

Leeds College of Building, the UK's only specialist FE construction college, is recruiting a Curriculum Manager to lead and develop Gas Apprenticeships, Green Skills, Welding and Rail programmes. You will drive high-quality apprenticeship delivery, support learner progress and build employer partnerships.

The role reports within the Sustainable Building Services Faculty and includes leadership of staff within these areas to ensure learners are prepared for assessment and progression into their

Qualifications

• Proven track record of good/outstanding teaching, assessing or training in construction and the built environment.
• Full teaching qualification (minimum Level 5) or willingness to work towards.
• Relevant vocational or professional qualification Level 3 or higher with industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum management for specified areas and drive high standards in student learning and outcomes.
• Manage curriculum areas, student groups and staff, ensuring excellence in education delivery.
• Take an active role in innovation, introducing and leading developments to advance curriculum and teaching practices.

Skills

Teaching

Curriculum management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Teaching qualification (Level 5)

Vocational/professional qualification Level 3+

Job description

Curriculum Manager

Salary£50,428 - £53,403 per annum

Are you ready to shape the future of construction education?

Leeds College of Building, the UK's only specialist further education construction college, is renowned for delivering top-quality education in Construction and the Built Environment. With its welcoming and friendly atmosphere that inspires staff, students, and visitors alike, ourcollege is an exciting and rewarding place to work.

Join our expanding Sustainable Building Services Faculty:

Our faculty is at the forefront of construction education especially in Building Services. We provide a diverse range of further education courses and apprenticeships. These include Entry Level Qualifications, Diplomas, Apprenticeship Standards, and Adult Courses. We're seeking a passionate and innovative leader to help drive our continued growth and success.

Your Role: Make a Difference:

• Drive effective curriculum managementand achieve high standards in student learning and outcomes.
• Manage specific curriculum areas, student groups, and staff, ensuring excellence in education delivery.
• Take an active rolein innovation, introducing and leading new developments to advance our curriculum and teaching practices.

About this Role:

While Curriculum Managers may be required to oversee various curriculum areas as organisational needs evolve, this role is currently responsible for the leadership and management of Gas Apprenticeships, Green Skills provision, Welding, Rail programmes, commercial short courses for gas and Electrical, and the new upskilling Apprenticeship Units. Key responsibilities include ensuring high-quality apprenticeship delivery, supporting learner progress and achievement, developing employer partnerships, and driving growth in upskilling and workforce development programmes. The role will also provide leadership for staff within these curriculum areas, ensuring learners are fully prepared for assessment, progression, and successful career outcomes.

What We're Looking For:

• Aproven track recordof good/outstanding teaching, assessing or training in construction and the built environment.
• Afull teaching qualification(minimum Level 5) or a willingness to work towards.
• A relevant vocational or professional qualification atLevel 3 or higher, alongsideindustry experienceand knowledge.
• Strong communication skills to inspire and supportboth adults and young peoplein achieving their learning and career goals.
• Experience inmanaging staff and curriculumis desirable but not essential.

Why Work with Us?

• A 35-day annual leave entitlement, plus 8 Bank Holidays and 10 college closure days
• A well-respected pension scheme (Teacher's Pension, with an above average employer contribution)
• Free parking at all our college sites (on a first come first served basis)
• Family friendly policies and opportunities for flexible working
• Superb opportunities for training and development
• Discounted travel on public transport and a Cycle to work scheme
• Discounts and offers at major High Street and Online retailers
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme.
• Dedicated staff Wellbeing events

Closing date: Monday 14thSeptember

The College reserves the right to close this vacancy early ifa sufficient number ofapplications are received. We therefore encourage early applications.

Please note this position is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and in line with KCSIE (2024) an online check will be conducted on information available in the public domain.

Leeds College of Building is committed to safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults. It is also committed to the Prevent programme and the requirement to prevent people being drawn into terrorism and expects all staff to share these commitments.

Leeds College of Building is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community. We value the unique perspectives and experiences of individuals from all backgrounds and actively encourage applications from individuals from an ethnic minority and the LGBTQIA+ community, as they are under‑represented at our College. Join us in creating a workplace where everyone can thrive to provide the best construction and the built environment education in England