Programme Leader in Higher Education for BPS

Burnley College; Burnley; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Burnley College invites applications for a Programme Leader in Higher Education (BPS). You will lead the Higher Education team and oversee day-to-day running of the programmes across Crime, Criminal Justice, Business Management and Degree Apprenticeships, ensuring high achievement for all students.

With a PGCE or Certificate in Education and a relevant degree, you will have substantial experience in teaching and HE, and be committed to safeguarding, equality and the college charter.

Qualifications

• PGCE or Certificate in Education required.
• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification.
• Substantial experience teaching in Higher Education.
• Experience leading HE programmes in related fields.

Responsibilities

• Lead the Higher Education team and oversee day-to-day operations.
• Teach up to 832 hours per year, relevant to subject specialization.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Curriculum Development

Education

PGCE or Certificate in Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Programme Leader in Higher Education for BPS

08/10/2026

We are currently recruiting a knowledgeable and experienced Programme Leader in Higher Education to promote and provide an excellent learning experience which ensures high achievement for all students.

As an ambitious Programme Leader your responsibilities will include to lead the Higher Education team and oversee the day to day running of the programmes including Crime, Criminal Justice, Business Management and Degree Apprenticeships in subject-linked fields.

As a Lecturer, you will teach, relevant to subject specialism, up to 832 hours per year.

With a PGCE or Certificate in Education and a relevant degree or equivalent level qualification, you will also possess the knowledge of issues with in Higher Education and have Substantial experience of successful teaching/training in Business and Research related fields

The salary for this post is up to £47,271

Burnley College Sixth Form Centre provides first-class Further Education, University Education, Apprenticeship, business training and adult learning programmes, in the heart of Pennine Lancashire. Please also see our College Charter below.

At Burnley College, we celebrate the diversity of all our staff, students and visitors. We provide a safe and supportive environment in which everyone is able to study and work to the best of their abilities and we are committed to promoting equality of opportunity for all.

The College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share in this commitment. Employment at the College is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post involving regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check.

We will return on Monday 5 January 2026.

The location for this role is on site delivery.

Please be aware that the College does not hold a Sponsorship Licence, and as such is unable to sponsor individuals for Skilled Worker Visas.