Education Centre Manager & Operations Lead

National Skills Agency; Grays; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

National Skills Agency seeks an organised and motivated Centre Manager to lead the Thurrock training centre, oversee the curriculum, staff, and daily operations, and drive learner achievement in line with the company vision.

You will guide the centre team, manage relationships with local authorities and referral partners, monitor KPIs, safeguard learners, and ensure high quality education across all courses.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above required.
• SEN qualifications or experience desirable/essential as stated.
• Experience managing teams in an educational setting.
• Proven ability in curriculum delivery and quality assurance.
• Experience with EHCP processes and safeguarding responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the education and training centre team.
• Provide strategic leadership for centre operations and curriculum.
• Build and extend local and national relationships to support growth.
• Arrange interventions for learners at risk and track progress.
• Attend network meetings with referral agencies and local authorities.
• Maintain learner behaviour and attendance at the centre.
• Collaborate with tutors to ensure high-quality education across courses.
• Oversee EHCP reviews and ensure timely targets are met.
• Monitor safeguarding and report to safeguarding manager.
• Manage learner recruitment to reach centre capacity.
• Coordinate with finance to monitor centre finances.
• Engage with families and young people to support progression.

Skills

Team management

Educational setting experience

Curriculum oversight

Stakeholder engagement

Behavioural management

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C or above)

SEN qualifications or experience

Management qualification (Level 3)

Quality assurance qualification

Further education experience

Job description

National Skills Agency seeks an organised and motivated Centre Manager to lead the Thurrock training centre, oversee the curriculum, staff, and daily operations, and drive learner achievement in line with the company vision.

You will guide the centre team, manage relationships with local authorities and referral partners, monitor KPIs, safeguard learners, and ensure high quality education across all courses.