Employability Curriculum Lead Workstart – Orchard Hill College, Sutton

Orchard Hill; Sutton; On-site; GBP 49,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

London Weighting Allowance

SEN allowance (eligible)

QTS/QTLS/PGCE allowance

Job summary

Orchard Hill College in Sutton is seeking an Employability Curriculum Lead to oversee the delivery and quality of the workstart curriculum. The role supports student progression within the employability framework, upholding safeguarding standards and inclusive practice across the college.

This full-time post is 36 hours per week all year round (40 working weeks) with a salary of £49,370–£54,142 plus SEN allowances (£2,539 or £4,539) for eligible candidates; holders of QTS/QTLS/PGCE receive an

Education

QTS (Qualified Teacher Status)

QTLS

PGCE

Job description

Employability Curriculum Lead Workstart – Orchard Hill College, Sutton

Sutton £49,370 – £54,142 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, subject to salary review plus SEN1 (£2,539) or SEN2 (£4,539) allowance for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria Orchard Hill College offers an additional allowance of £2,539 per annum if you hold QTS, QTLS or have a PGCE. If you have a SEN specific qualification at level 4 or above in addition to QTS, QTLS or a PGCE, then you will qualify for our higher allowance of £4,539 per annum 36 hours per week, Monday to Friday, all year round (40 working weeks) Application End Date: 11/10/2026

Please note that CV applications cannot be considered.

To ensure a fair opportunity for all applicants, candidates who have applied for this position in the past 6 months will not be considered.

Interview date: Week commencing 2 nd November 2026 after half term

To help us manage applications effectively, we reserve the right to close this vacancy early if sufficient suitable applications are received.

Safeguarding Statement:

Orchard Hill College & Academy Trust are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Appointments made will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

In line with the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education, the Trust reserves the right to request and review references prior to interview as part of our safer recruitment process. Any concerns raised will be followed up with the applicant before a recruitment decision is made.