Curriculum Team Leader - Community Learning

Bradford College; Bradford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

West Yorkshire Pension

Career progression

Gym facilities

Wellbeing initiatives

Staff discounts

On-site dining

Job summary

Bradford College is seeking an inspiring Curriculum Team Leader to drive Community Learning within the Adult Skills Department. You will lead a team, collaborate with community organisations and partners, and develop high-quality learning opportunities that empower diverse communities.

The role requires a strong educational leader with a focus on learner progression, curriculum innovation and outstanding learning experiences. Interviews are scheduled in late October/early November.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or professional qualification required.
• A recognised teaching qualification required.
• GCSE 4-9 (Maths) or equivalent level 2; willing to pass a test pre-interview and achieve within timescale.
• GCSE 4-9 (English) or equivalent level 2; willing to pass a test pre-interview and achieve within timescale.
• Experience in managing curriculum delivery within Adult Education and in course development.

Responsibilities

• Manage performance of courses in curriculum areas, focusing on enrolment, retention and achievement targets; teaching quality; staff development; equality and diversity targets.
• Maintain records, registers, timetables and MIS data for internal and external reporting.
• Ensure effective Initial Advice and Guidance and data interrogation to support outcomes.
• Lead the curriculum team and support HoD and Curriculum Area Manager.
• Undertake teaching as agreed and contribute to business development and cross-college marketing activities.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Stakeholder engagement

Data interpretation

Team management

Education

Bachelor's degree or professional qualification

Recognised teaching qualification

GCSE Maths (4–9) or equivalent

GCSE English (4–9) or equivalent

Tools

MS Excel

MIS data systems

Job description

At Bradford College, we believe education has the power to transform lives, strengthen communities and create opportunities for all. We are looking for an inspiring and proactive Curriculum Team Leader to lead and develop our Community Learning provision within our Adult Skills Department, working closely with a wide range of community organisations, employers and local partners to deliver high-quality learning opportunities that meet the needs of our diverse communities. This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educational leader to drive curriculum innovation, build strong community links, support learner progression and lead a dedicated team in delivering an outstanding learning experience.

This is a full-time role working 35 hours per week.

Interviews are expected to take place W/C 2nd November 2026.

Responsibilities include:

• * To be responsible for managing the performance of courses in the curriculum areas, specifically in the areas of student enrolment, retention and achievement targets; quality of teaching and learning; observations, appraisal and staff development; student satisfaction and equality and diversity targets.
• * To ensure appropriate records, registers, staff and student timetables are maintained and available as required by internal management information systems and external audit regimes.
• * To ensure that systems are in place to ensure that effective Initial Advice and Guidance takes place and that all programme MIS data is interrogated to support the achievement of intended outcomes.
• * To be responsible for the overall management of the curriculum team.
• * To undertake teaching at a level agreed with the HoD and Curriculum Area Manager.
• * To be responsible for the business development and recruitment in the curriculum areas.
• * To ensure effective management of the curriculum's physical resources.
• * To maintain a safe and secure learning environment by ensuring regular risk assessments are undertaken.
• * To contribute to the collegial culture, mission and strategic objectives and to work with colleagues in other curriculum and service areas across the College.
• * To support the HoD and Curriculum Area Manager.
• * Manager in the planning, innovation, design and development of curriculum programmes and cross-college marketing activities.
• * To promote excellent teaching and effective learning across the curriculum area, and to disseminate and share good practice across the College.
• * To be compliant with the College's quality assurance processes.
• * To liaise with validating bodies, awarding bodies, exam boards and professional bodies to ensure compliance with curriculum quality requirements.

The Ideal Candidate

Our ideal candidate will be a learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. You should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within your core values.

We particularly encourage applications from candidates who identify as Black, Asian or from an ethnic minority background, as these groups are currently underrepresented within our management roles.

As part of the hiring process, all shortlisted candidates will be required to complete a psychometric test, which will provide valuable insight into your potential fit within Bradford College.

Education & Training

• A relevant Bachelor's degree or appropriate professional qualification.
• A recognised teaching qualification
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 4 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English, or be prepared to pass a test before the interview to demonstrate level 2 ability, and then, if appointed, achieve within an agreed timescale

Experience

• Experience in managing curriculum delivery within Adult Education
• Experience in course development and recruitment
• Experience in student pastoral care and disciplinary procedures.
• Experience in the interpretation of data sets to inform and enable performance management.
• Academic or industrial, or commercial experience in an area relevant to the programme.
• Ability to utilise Information Technology and Information, Learning and Technology both within learning and for administrative purposes.

Bradford College

At Bradford College, our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals.

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. From undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications, to distance learning and short community courses.

We aim to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference in the lives of everyone at Bradford College.

Should you be shortlisted for an interview, as a Disability Confident employer, where required, we will make reasonable adjustments to your interview to ensure you are given the best opportunity to succeed. If you require any additional support or reasonable adjustments for the interview, please do not hesitate to get in touch with us to discuss your options.

Bradford College is proud to be working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly Accredited Employer. This commitment reflects our dedication to creating an inclusive and supportive workplace for all staff. We are implementing policies, resources, and awareness initiatives to ensure everyone feels valued and supported through every stage of life.

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

• * Generous annual leave entitlement - equivalent to 30 days of holidays, plus bank holidays
• * Additional college closure days, including a 2-week Christmas closure
• * West Yorkshire Pension Scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• * Annual salary reviews
• * Career progression opportunities - 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• * Free sports and gym facilities
• * Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• * Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• * Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• * Discounts on greener travel - cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• * Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• * On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• * A host of training development opportunities
• * Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• * The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.

*If you have the drive to further develop your skills and abilities, you will be given the support and opportunities you need to enhance your career. This includes access to in-house training and CPD, professional and academic qualifications and mentoring.

Bradford College is committed to supporting and promoting diversity and inclusion amongst our staff and student body. We promote applications across all sections of the community, recognising the benefits a diverse workforce can bring and therefore particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in our workforce.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In line with our statutory safeguarding requirements detailed in Keeping Children Safe in Education legislation, this role is subject to an enhanced DBS check, employment references, health screening and social media search.

Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection with children and vulnerable adults.