Curriculum Manager (English)

Philosophy Education; Greater London; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greater London is seeking a Curriculum Manager (English) to drive excellence in teaching and curriculum for students aged 16-25. This full-time role involves leading teams, developing curriculum strategies, and ensuring the success of learners with special educational needs and disabilities. The position is based at Finsbury Park and Westminster college sites, starting in January 2025 with potential for a permanent contract.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• Experience in curriculum management within an educational setting.
• Passion for English education and supporting learners with SEND.
• Strong organisational and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and new learning initiatives.
• Co-ordinate with lecturers and support staff for curriculum delivery.
• Monitor and review quality to ensure continuous improvement.
• Foster high expectations for learner attendance and retention.
• Build links with external schools and stakeholders.
• Ensure the wellbeing and safety of students.

Skills

English subject specialism

Management experience

Leadership skills

Organisational skills

Experience with SEND

Education

Management experience in education

Job description

• Curriculum Manager (English)
• 16 - 25-year-olds
• Post-16 College/Specialist College
• Finsbury Park and Westminster
• Full-time
• January 2025
• Temp to Perm contract

Are you passionate about shaping the future of education with experience in management and subject specialism in English? Are you ready to lead, inspire, and make a real difference in the lives of learners?

A highly respected London College are looking for an innovative and organised Curriculum Manager to join them on a temporary basis from January 2025. There is scope for position to convert to a permanent position.

About The Role

As a Curriculum Manager (English), you will play a pivotal role in driving forward excellence in curriculum, teaching, and learning for students studying English curriculum in the school. Your work will ensure that learners with special educational needs and disabilities, as well as students studying English from entry level through to GCSE thrive, achieve their potential, and are equipped for success.

What you ll do

• Lead and Innovate: Take charge of curriculum development, planning, and implementing new learning initiatives for a designated group of courses.
• Inspire Teams: Provide curriculum and subject leadership, coordinating with lecturers, team leaders, and support staff to ensure everyone is aligned and informed.
• Shape Learning Experiences: Lead course team meetings, contribute to course reviews, and monitor quality to drive continuous improvement.
• Promote Excellence: Foster a culture of high expectations for learners punctuality, attendance, and retention, working closely with Personal Tutors and course teams to achieve College targets.
• Engage Stakeholders: Build effective links with external schools and agencies to secure learner intake and enhance opportunities for students.
• Safeguard Learners: Ensure the wellbeing and safety of all students, maintaining strong communication with stakeholders and external referrers.
• Champion Improvement: Take an active role in reviewing and refining curriculum and teaching strategies to deliver outstanding learning experiences.

This full-time Curriculum Manager English role is based at the Finsbury Park and Westminster college sites.

About You

The college are looking someone with a passion for SEND and English education and an organised and professional approach. You ll be an innovative thinker, a strong leader ideally with management experience in an education setting who can create opportunities for learners with SEND.

About the College

This post-16 London college consortium has sites across London and alongside their mainstream courses offers specialist learning opportunities for young people aged 16 to 25 with learning difficulties, as well as mainstream education.

Finsbury Park College and Westminster College offers a vocational education tailored to the unique needs of its learners, supported by a dedicated and experienced management and staff team. With a strong focus on professional development, the college group provides excellent training and development programmes to ensure staff can deliver the highest standards of education and care.

Operating during term time only, the college sites are easily accessible via public transport and provides a supportive, inclusive environment where learners are encouraged to thrive and achieve their full potential.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If you re excited about this opportunity and ready to lead the way in SEND curriculum management, we d love to hear from you!

Apply today and take the next step in your career.