Curriculum Manager in English

City of Portsmouth College; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 42 days

Pension: Generous Teachers' pension

Learning & Development

Staff Development

Onsite Discounts

Online Discounts

Parking

Blue Light Card

Job summary

City of Portsmouth College is seeking a Curriculum Manager for English to lead GCSE English and Functional Skills provision for 16-19 learners in a vocational FE setting. You will oversee the English department, guide staff development, monitor KPIs and ensure regulatory compliance while driving continuous improvement.

Based at Highbury and North Harbour Campus, the role is full-time with 35 hours weekly, and carries a salary between £30,248 and £44,299 (with an additional £4,000 for CM

Qualifications

• Significant English teaching and delivery experience.
• Experience in curriculum development and quality improvement.
• Experience in educational management and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of academic staff while maintaining an active teaching role.
• Foster a collaborative culture for curriculum delivery and student engagement.
• Coordinate student support strategies to meet diverse needs.
• Gather student feedback to drive continuous improvement in teaching practices.
• Ensure curriculum alignment with regulatory standards.
• Manage resources to support curriculum development.
• Maintain program accreditation and compliance.

Skills

Curriculum management

Leadership

Curriculum development

Quality improvement

Education

English qualifications

Job description

Job Title: Curriculum Manager in English

Location: Highbury and North Harbour Campus

Salary: £30,248.30 - £44,298.68 Full Time Equivalent (please note: plus £4,000 for CM responsibilities)

**This additional payment does not form part of your contract of employment**

Hours of work: 35 hours per week (inclusive of teaching and prep time), 52 weeks per year, Full-Time, Permanent

About us:

At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey.

We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community.

What we offer:

• Annual Leave: 42 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
• Pension: Generous Teachers' pension. Further information can be found at Teachers' Pensions (teacherspensions.co.uk)
• Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
• Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD
• Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
• Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address
• Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)
• Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!

About the role:

A Curriculum Manager for English oversees the delivery, development, and quality of GCSE/Functional Skills English provision, with a particular focus on 16-19 learners studying within a vocational Further Education environment. You will lead a team responsible for delivering engaging GCSE English resit programmes, using practical and vocationally relevant contexts to motivate learners and support their progress. You will also oversee the delivery of Functional skills and GCSE to SEN students and adult learners.

The Curriculum Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the English department, including the line management, support and development of teaching staff. Working closely with the Assistant Principal, you will provide operational leadership across the curriculum area, enabling strategic priorities to be implemented effectively.

You will monitor key performance indicators, including attendance, retention, achievement, and student progress, ensuring timely and effective interventions are put in place where required. You will also work collaboratively across the College to support student success, address barriers to learning, and ensure a positive learner experience.

In addition, you will lead on curriculum planning and development, ensuring programmes remain compliant with regulatory requirements, meet educational objectives and support the needs of learners and local employers. You will play a key role in driving continuous improvement, raising professional standards and fostering a culture of excellence within the English team.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage a team of academic staff providing guidance, support and professional development opportunities to ensure effective teaching and student support, whilst also maintaining an active teaching role within the department
• Foster a positive and collaborative team culture that encourages innovation, creativity and continuous improvement in curriculum delivery and student engagement
• Coordinate team efforts to develop and implement student support strategies such as tutoring programmes, academic advising and learning resources, to meet diverse student needs
• Engage with student feedback mechanisms (surveys etc) to gather insights and data for continuous improvement of teaching practices, curriculum design and student support initiatives, while actively teaching and interacting with students
• Collaborate with the college to ensure curriculum alignment with regulatory standards and industry requirements
• Manage resources effectively to support curriculum development and delivery
• Maintain program accreditation and compliance with educational standards

To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you:

• Relevant qualifications in English and experience of delivering English.
• Significant experience in curriculum development, quality improvement and management, in an educational setting
• Strong leadership and managerial skills to lead curriculum development teams and manage resources effectively
• Passion for education and a commitment to enhancing students learning and success.
• Proactive and forward-thinking mindset to drive continuous improvement in curriculum design and implementation
• Punctual and consistent

Diversity and Inclusion:

Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training.

The College's commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services.

Pre-Employment Checks:

City of Portsmouth College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our College. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references.