Programme Leader in Construction

Reaseheath College; Nantwich; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Nantwich seeks a Programme Leader in Construction to inspire students and enhance curriculum delivery. This role involves overseeing teaching quality, managing Course Managers, and fostering industry partnerships. Ideal candidates will hold relevant construction qualifications and demonstrate strong educational leadership. Alongside a competitive salary, the position offers generous annual leave and comprehensive benefits, including a pension scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

35 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Two-week festive/New Year shut-down

Generous pension scheme

Enhanced sick pay

On-site gym membership

Pluxee reward scheme

Free parking

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Construction and a Level 5 Teaching Qualification.
• Demonstrate a strong record of teaching and learning practice.
• Have experience designing and delivering FE programmes, ideally including City & Guilds and Pearson qualifications.
• Be self-motivated with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Show evidence of continuous professional development and industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and ensure compliance with awarding body standards.
• Deliver consistently high-quality teaching and assessment.
• Build and maintain industry relationships to enhance learner opportunities.
• Provide effective line management to Lecturer/Course Managers and drive team performance.
• Act as account manager for employer engagement.

Skills

Teaching and learning practice

Communication

Leadership

Curriculum development

Industry relationship building

Education

Level 3 qualification in Construction

Level 5 Teaching Qualification

Job description

Programme Leader in Construction

Status: Permanent, Full-time (37 hours/week)

Closing Date: Midnight, Sunday 11th January 2026

Assessment Centre Date: W/C 19th January 2026

Overview Reaseheath College is a forward‑thinking and dynamic institution, delivering outstanding education to over 4,500 learners annually. Our Construction department plays a vital role in preparing students for careers in the built environment, with strong industry links and a commitment to excellence.

About the role As Programme Leader in Construction, you will shape the future of our construction curriculum and inspire the next generation of industry professionals. This leadership position involves overseeing programme delivery, ensuring high‑quality teaching and learning, and driving innovation across the curriculum area. You will lead on curriculum development, quality assurance and course management, ensuring compliance with awarding‑body requirements and alignment with industry standards. The role also includes mentoring and supporting Course Managers, building strong links with employers and stakeholders, and contributing to departmental growth through recruitment and engagement activities.

Key responsibilities

• Lead curriculum development and ensure compliance with awarding‑body standards.
• Deliver consistently high‑quality teaching and assessment.
• Build and maintain industry relationships to enhance learner opportunities.
• Provide effective line management to Lecturer/Course Managers and drive team performance.
• Act as account manager for employer engagement and deputise for the Curriculum Area Manager.

The successful candidate will

• Hold a Level 3 qualification in Construction and a Level 5 Teaching Qualification.
• Demonstrate a strong record of teaching and learning practice.
• Have experience designing and delivering FE programmes, ideally including City & Guilds and Pearson qualifications.
• Be self‑motivated with excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Show evidence of continuous professional development and industry experience.

We can offer you

• 35 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Two‑week festive/New Year shut‑down
• Generous pension scheme with an employer contribution of 28.68%
• Enhanced sick pay of up to 6 months full pay depending on service
• On‑site gym membership available
• Pluxee reward scheme
• Free parking

Please note this role constitutes 'regulated activity' as defined by the Protection of Freedom Act 2012. The successful candidate will therefore be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check with barred list information prior to starting employment. You must also have the right to work in the UK and will be required to provide evidence to support this. In addition, online checks will be carried out during the recruitment process. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

Reaseheath College is committed to achieving its public sector general equality duty, which is set out in the Equality Act 2010. The College has a clear mission and clear values, which incorporate equality, diversity and inclusion. The staff recruitment and selection process, CPD processes, policies and practice are designed to ensure that employment decisions are made on the skills and qualities required for the position and comply with all relevant employment legislation and best practice standards.

Disability Support

Reaseheath College is a Disability Confident Employer and will support any reasonable adjustments you require to perform your best during the recruitment process. You can contact the HR team at [e-mail] should you require any adjustments during either your application or during the assessment centre.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the advertised close date if we receive a sufficient number of applications.

We do not accept applications or speculative CVs through recruitment agencies.