Programme Lead - Pinewood

Buckinghamshire College Group; Amersham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider in Amersham is seeking a Programme Lead for their Film & TV courses at Pinewood Studios. The role involves leading educational programmes, developing innovative curriculum, and supporting staff in delivering high-quality education. You will engage with industry partners, ensuring students have access to industry insights. This position offers a competitive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Pension scheme with employer contribution

35 days holiday plus additional leave

Access to free training and development

Flexible working policy

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Experience in leading educational programmes in Film & TV.
• Ability to develop and implement innovative curriculum plans.
• Commitment to mentoring and supporting staff.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Pinewood provision effectively.
• Develop innovative curriculum to meet diverse student needs.
• Monitor programme effectiveness to enhance student outcomes.

Skills

Leadership skills

Curriculum development

Mentoring

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Relevant experience in education

Teaching qualification

Tools

Digital tools for education

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about Film & TV education and committed to leading innovative programmes that transform students' futures? We are seeking a Programme Lead for our Pinewood provision to oversee and develop our cutting-edge Film & TV Level 4 courses. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of students and contribute to the growth of our institution.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Pinewood provision, ensuring high-quality delivery of educational programmes.
• Develop and implement innovative curriculum plans that meet the diverse needs of students.
• Support and mentor teaching staff, fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Monitor and evaluate programme effectiveness, making data-driven decisions to enhance student outcomes.
• Engage with stakeholders including students, parents, and industry partners to build strong relationships and promote the provision.
• Oversee Level 4 Film & TV courses run at Pinewood Studios, integrating real-world industry insights and opportunities into the curriculum to enhance students' learning experiences and career prospects.

Benefits

• Pension scheme - TPS (28.68% employers' contribution)
• 35 days holiday entitlement plus Bank Holidays & Additional annual leave purchase scheme
• A wide range of learning - access to free training & continuous professional development
• A bespoke package of intensive induction and probation support
• Flexible working policy and a commitment to employee wellbeing
• Discounts in the Aylesbury Day Nursery & Aylesbury Hair & Beauty (HAB) Salon
• 24hrs/7days a week access to our Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Cycle to work and local business employee corporate discount schemes

About Buckinghamshire College Group

Buckinghamshire College Group is a Further Education college with three campuses located in Aylesbury, Amersham and Wycombe. We are proud to be a skills-based college supporting over 5,000 learners each year to achieve their study and career goals and play a pivotal role in the Buckinghamshire community working with a wide range of employers for example, Pinewood Studios, NHS Trusts and Flannery Plant Hire to name but a few.

Our Approach

As a member of our team you will have an unwavering passion for learning and for supporting students and staff to achieve more than they ever thought possible - while being innovative and comfortable with experimentation of new ideas and approaches including use of digital tools to enhance student engagement - we call this the Bucks College Factor!

If you have the Bucks College Factor, this sounds like a role for you and Buckinghamshire College Group sounds like a place you'd like to be part of, then we'd love to hear from you.

Training and Safeguarding

The College actively engages with the Education & Training Foundation's Taking Teaching Further scheme to recruit industry professionals to teach within Further Education. As industry professionals offer our students industry experience and insight we support our unqualified teachers to learn on the job. You will be given full support throughout your development to fully qualified teacher status. While in employment you would be enrolled onto the Level 3 Award in Education and Training. After completion you can choose to move onto our Level 5 Diploma in Education and Training qualification. This is a great way for experienced professionals to achieve a recognised teaching qualification whilst in employment.

BCG is committed to equal opportunities for all, safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and staff alike; all posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Application

For more information about the role, please refer to the Job Description and Terms and Conditions located in the job details above. Only completed applications will be considered for this role.

Closing date for applications is the 09/10/2025, with interviews taking place on 27/10/2025.