Equine Curriculum Lead, Shape Programs & People

Plumpton College; Lewes; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Plumpton College is seeking an ambitious Assistant Curriculum Manager – Equine to shape and deliver outstanding equine education. Working with the Curriculum Manager, you will drive high-quality provision, support staff development and secure excellent learner outcomes.

The role combines curriculum design, staff leadership and quality improvement, including standardisation and KPIs. You will engage with employers and stakeholders to enhance opportunities, ensure safeguarding and equality, and

Qualifications

• Holds degree or professional qualification in equine (or related subject).
• Has recognised teaching qualification appropriate to the level of delivery.
• Extensive equine industry experience and strong specialist subject knowledge.
• Is an excellent teacher with a track record of good or outstanding practice.
• Has the ability to support, motivate and develop a high-performing team.
• Is highly organized, adaptable and confident using data and digital systems.
• Is passionate about student success, inclusion and safeguarding.
• Holds Level 2 English and maths, or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and manage high-quality equine programmes that meet awarding body requirements and industry needs.
• Line manage and mentor staff, supporting performance, development and wellbeing.
• Deliver and model consistently high-quality teaching, learning and assessment.
• Lead on quality improvement activity, including standardisation, internal verification and KPI monitoring.
• Support student recruitment, progression, retention and destinations.
• Work collaboratively with employers, stakeholders and internal teams to strengthen provision and learner opportunities.
• Ensure safeguarding, equality, diversity, health and safety, and student welfare are embedded in all practice.
• Contribute to marketing and recruitment activity, employer engagement, and whole-college events.

Skills

Excellent teaching

Leadership & mentoring

Data & digital systems

Student safeguarding awareness

Organization & adaptability

Recruitment support

Education

Degree or professional qualification in equine

Recognised teaching qualification

Level 2 English & maths or equivalent

Job description

Plumpton College is seeking an ambitious Assistant Curriculum Manager – Equine to shape and deliver outstanding equine education. Working with the Curriculum Manager, you will drive high-quality provision, support staff development and secure excellent learner outcomes.

The role combines curriculum design, staff leadership and quality improvement, including standardisation and KPIs. You will engage with employers and stakeholders to enhance opportunities, ensure safeguarding and equality, and