Senior Curriculum Leader

SPARSHOLT COLLEGE GROUP; Winchester; On-site; GBP 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading higher education provider is seeking a Senior Curriculum Lead for maternity cover. This role involves overseeing curriculum quality, enhancing student experience, and ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in academic leadership and curriculum development, along with a strong academic background. Join a supportive environment that values teaching excellence and student outcomes.

Benefits

Teachers' Pension Scheme

Occupational Sick Pay Scheme

Flexible Working Policy

42 days holiday plus bank holidays

On-site gym

Access to Employee Assistance Scheme

CPD activities support

Qualifications

• Significant experience in curriculum development and academic leadership.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Oversee quality assurance processes and compliance with standards.
• Lead on curriculum design and delivery of higher education programmes.
• Coordinate academic timetables and outreach activities.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team-working

Education

Postgraduate qualification

Job description

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Senior Curriculum Lead (maternity cover)

Salary: £42,573

Working pattern: Full-time (37 hours per week) fixed contract

Location: Sparsholt Campus

Closing date: 27th May 2025

University Centre Sparsholt (UCS) is a leading provider of higher education in land-based and environmental studies. With a strong reputation for excellence in teaching and student support, we offer an inspiring learning environment that prepares students for careers in vital industries. We are now seeking an experienced and passionate Senior Curriculum Lead to cover a period of maternity absence.

Role overview: As a Senior Curriculum Lead, you will play a pivotal role in the leadership and development of UCS's curriculum, ensuring that it meets quality standards, enhances student experience, and aligns with internal and regulatory requirements. You will work closely with academic and professional staff, as well as UCS management.

Key responsibilities:

1. Oversee quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with university and external accreditation standards.
2. Contribute to student recruitment, retention, and progression strategies.
3. Coordinate academic timetables, exam periods, and exam boards.
4. Lead on UCS outreach activities.
5. Lead the design, development, and delivery of high-quality higher education programmes.
6. Ensure curriculum aligns with industry needs, regulatory frameworks, and UCS's strategic vision.
7. Foster excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment, supporting staff development.
8. The role will require some higher education teaching.

Candidate requirements:

• A strong academic background, preferably with a postgraduate qualification in a relevant field.
• Significant experience in curriculum development and academic leadership in higher education.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (e.g., OfS) and internal quality assurance processes.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and team-working skills.
• A commitment to enhancing student outcomes and employability.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

College Benefits:

• Eligibility to join the Teachers' Pension Scheme (a defined benefit pension scheme).
• Death benefit grant of 3 X salary if in the pension scheme.
• Free on-site parking.
• Occupational Sick Pay Scheme.
• Occupational Maternity Pay Scheme.
• Flexible Working Policy.
• Holiday entitlement of 42 days plus bank holidays.
• Access to an Employee Assistance Scheme.
• On-site gym at the Sparsholt campus (currently offered free of charge).
• Opportunities to engage in CPD activities and support with undertaking professional qualifications.
• Various food outlets and eateries offering good value food and drink at competitive prices.
• Opportunities to study for higher degrees as appropriate to the role.
• A nursery on the Sparsholt campus operated by a commercial provider.