Curriculum Manager (Technical – Engineering)

Make UK; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization as a Curriculum Manager, where you will play a vital role in shaping the future of engineering training. This position involves leading a dedicated team to ensure that apprentices receive high-quality education while adhering to safety standards. You will be responsible for maintaining an engaging learning environment and overseeing the delivery of qualifications that meet industry standards. If you're passionate about education and have a strong background in engineering, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the sector.

Benefits

Paid volunteering leave

Competitive salary

Excellent benefits

Qualifications

• Time-served apprentice with relevant qualifications in engineering.
• Proven managerial experience in engineering education settings.

Responsibilities

• Ensure compliance with health and safety protocols in training.
• Oversee quality assurance and resource management for training.

Skills

Team Management

Safety Compliance

Quality Assurance

Leadership Skills

Communication Skills

Education

City and Guilds (Part 3) qualification

NVQ Level 3 or equivalent

PTTLS qualification

Job description

Curriculum Manager (Technical – Engineering)

Location: Midlands (UK)

Job Type: Permanent

Full Time

Competitive salaries and excellent benefits including up to one day’s paid leave each year to undertake volunteering opportunities.

Make UK is the UK’s leading trade body for the manufacturing and engineering sector, representing 20,000 companies of all sizes across engineering, manufacturing, technology, and the wider industrial sector.

We are seeking a dedicated Curriculum Manager to ensure the delivery of all practical engineering training complies with health and safety protocols and is aligned with technical specifications. This role is critical in maintaining our high standards and ensuring that apprentices receive the best educational experience possible.

Responsibilities

• Safety Compliance: Collaborate with our Health and Safety Officer to maintain workshop safety standards, ensuring apprentices understand and adhere to health and safety protocols.
• Quality Assurance: Oversee the delivery of qualifications to meet Awarding Organisation, partner employers, and Make UK standards, including the development of schemes of work and related documentation.
• Team Management: Lead and manage a team of tutors, ensuring effective workload organization, discipline, and support for their professional development.
• Resource Management: Ensure that all physical resources are maintained, the workshop environment is well-kept, and necessary materials are available for optimal learning.
• Continuous Professional Development: Design and implement a robust CPD cycle for tutors to keep their knowledge up-to-date and engaging.
• Learner Progress Monitoring: Regularly assess and manage the progress of students, ensuring effective communication between teaching staff, employers, and apprentices.
• Motivational Learning Environment: Create and sustain a stimulating learning environment that encourages skill acquisition and knowledge development.
• Quality Assurance Collaboration: Work with the Lead Quality Assurance Manager to ensure teaching and learning meet OFSTED, LSC, Awarding Body, and Centre standards.
• Disciplinary Management: Uphold and enforce learner discipline in compliance with the Centre’s disciplinary codes.

Requirements

Technical Knowledge and Experience:

• Time-served apprentice with relevant City and Guilds (Part 3) qualification, or full Technical Certificate/National Certificate or higher.
• NVQ Level 3 or equivalent; teacher qualified (minimum PTTLS), A1 or equivalent qualification, with the ability to work towards V1 qualification within 12 months.

Business and Industry Knowledge:

• Proven managerial experience in a medium-large engineering educational setting.
• Strong background in the manufacturing/engineering industry or direct involvement in apprenticeship delivery/T-levels.
• Expertise in engineering/manufacturing qualifications.

Leadership and People Development Skills:

• Proven ability to motivate and organize a skilled team.
• Experience working collaboratively with leaders across the business and sector to enhance quality of delivery and health and safety compliance.

SAFEGUARDING INFORMATION

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is therefore a mandatory requirement that the successful candidate agrees to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Individuals barred from working in this sector are reminded it is a criminal offence to submit an application.

Apply if this position interests you, and you would like to learn more or explore other available jobs that could also match your skill set.