Curriculum Manager - Plumbing

Henry Blue Ltd; Epsom; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 51,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Gym & wellbeing facilities

On-site Starbucks

Osteopathy services

Day nursery on site

Free online qualifications

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Henry Blue Ltd, on behalf of a Surrey FE college, seeks a Curriculum Manager – Plumbing to lead the department's curriculum while remaining involved in teaching. You will collaborate with the Head of School to shape provision across Plumbing, Gas and related Building Services, driving high-quality outcomes for learners.

The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on teaching, requiring FE experience, strong industry knowledge and the ability to inspire curriculum teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in Further Education or similar education/training environment.
• Strong knowledge of Plumbing, Gas, Green Skills or Building Services programmes.
• Experience supporting or leading curriculum teams.
• Proven track record of teaching and/or pastoral support with positive student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Leading and developing provision across Plumbing, Gas and Green Skills or related Building Services areas.
• Managing curriculum teams to ensure high-quality teaching and learning.
• Delivering approximately 7.5 hours of teaching per week alongside management duties.
• Supporting curriculum planning, timetabling and development of effective systems.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

Teaching delivery

Plumbing knowledge

Building Services

Stakeholder collaboration

Strategic thinking

Communication

Job description

Curriculum Manager – Plumbing

£47,210 – £51,004 per annum | Permanent | Full-time | Surrey

We are working on behalf of a well‑established Further Education college in Surrey to recruit an experienced Curriculum Manager – Plumbing to join its Building Services provision.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Plumbing/Building Services professional looking to take the next step into curriculum leadership while retaining a hands‑on involvement in teaching.

The Role

Working alongside the Head of School, you will take a lead role in the development and delivery of the department’s curriculum, ensuring students receive high‑quality education and training that meets industry and learner needs.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting the Head of School with the leadership and effective delivery of the curriculum.
• Leading and developing provision across Plumbing, Gas and Green Skills or related Building Services areas.
• Managing and supporting curriculum teams to ensure high‑quality teaching and learning.
• Delivering approximately 7.5 hours of teaching per week alongside your management responsibilities.
• Supporting curriculum planning, timetabling and the development of effective systems and processes.
• Driving curriculum improvement and ensuring strong student outcomes.
• Contributing strategically to the development of the subject area.
• Working collaboratively with other departments and stakeholders.
• Ensuring provision reflects current government policy, industry requirements and evidence‑based approaches to teaching, learning and assessment.

About You

We are looking for an experienced education professional with a strong background in Plumbing, Gas, Building Services or related technical provision.

You will ideally have:

• Experience within Further Education or a similar education/training environment.
• Strong knowledge of Plumbing, Gas, Green Skills or Building Services programmes.
• Experience supporting or leading curriculum teams.
• A strong track record of teaching and/or pastoral support with positive student outcomes.
• Knowledge of current FE curriculum policy and evidence‑based teaching, learning and assessment.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• The ability to think strategically while remaining engaged with day‑day curriculum delivery.
• A collaborative approach and innovative ideas around curriculum development.

The College

The college is an established Further Education provider in Surrey with a Good Ofsted rating, having been rated Good across all eight areas at its latest inspection.

The college places a strong emphasis on supportive relationships, student success and an inclusive learning environment.

Benefits

• £47,210 – £51,004 per annum
• Permanent, full‑time position
• Discounted on‑site gym and sports facilities
• Fitness classes and other wellbeing facilities
• On‑site Starbucks
• On‑site osteopathy and day nursery
• Free online qualifications
• Free on‑site parking
• Approximately 5 minutes' walk from a local railway station

Additional Information

The successful candidate will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding and Enhanced DBS checks, alongside checks with previous employers.

This is a smoke- and vape‑free campus.

Location: Surrey

Salary: £47,210 – £51,004

Contract: Permanent, Full‑time

Sector: Further Education

Specialism: Plumbing / Building Services / Gas / Green Skills

If you are an experienced Plumbing or Building Services professional looking to move into a curriculum leadership position, we would be keen to hear from you.