Senior Curriculum Manager Apprenticeships

New City College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 59,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Public transport access

On-site gym

CPD days

Travel loans

Job summary

New City College is seeking two Senior Curriculum Managers to lead apprenticeship provision at Hackney Campus. You will manage lecturers and assessors, delivering strategic and operational leadership to optimise learner outcomes and employer satisfaction.

These roles include teaching commitments of about 9 hours per week and oversee two portfolios in Engineering and Wider Apprenticeship Provision within a new directorate.

Qualifications

• Qualified teacher with significant experience delivering and managing apprenticeship or vocational programmes.
• Proven track record in leading curriculum and improving learner outcomes.
• Experience in staff management and ensuring quality standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an allocated apprenticeship curriculum area with direction and performance management.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning, assessment and apprentice achievement.
• Monitor curriculum performance, learner progress and readiness for end-point assessments.
• Ensure staffing deployment, curriculum planning, employer engagement and funding compliance.
• Contribute to the directorate's strategic objectives and apprentice experience.

Skills

Teacher-qualified

Apprenticeship management

Curriculum leadership

Line management

Quality improvement

Employer engagement

Regulatory compliance

Job description

Role Name: Senior Curriculum Manager Apprenticeships x 2 FTE

Location: Hackney Campus

Pay Range: £58,500-£67,600 per annum dependent upon experience and qualification

Hours and weeks: 35 hours per week

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Term time runs from Mid August to Mid July.

Position Start Date: Autumn Term

Application Close: 14th October 2026

Interview Date: 19th October 2026

The Role

We are seeking two experienced and ambitious teacher-qualified Senior Curriculum Managers to join our newly established Apprenticeships & Business Development Directorate. These newly created roles follow the transition of all apprenticeship teaching, assessment, quality and achievement responsibilities into a standalone directorate, creating a fully integrated approach to help shape the next phase of our apprenticeship provision.

Reporting within the Apprenticeships & Business Development team, you will lead an allocated portfolio of apprenticeship provision, directly managing lecturers and assessors while providing strategic and operational leadership to ensure outstanding learner outcomes, quality standards and employer satisfaction.

The two portfolios are expected to cover:

• Engineering and Wider Apprenticeship Provision

Alongside your management responsibilities, you will maintain a teaching commitment of approximately 9 hours per week, ensuring you remain connected to curriculum delivery and learner experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage an allocated apprenticeship curriculum area, providing direction, support and performance management to lecturers and assessors.
• Drive high standards of teaching, learning, assessment and apprentice achievement, ensuring learners successfully progress and complete their programmes on time.
• Monitor curriculum performance, learner progress, quality indicators and end-point assessment readiness, implementing improvement strategies where required.
• Ensure effective staff deployment, curriculum planning, employer engagement and compliance with apprenticeship funding and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to the successful delivery of the directorate's strategic objectives, supporting growth, quality improvement and an outstanding apprentice experience.

Who You Are

• A qualified teacher with significant experience of delivering and managing apprenticeship or vocational education programmes.
• An inspiring curriculum leader with a track record of improving learner outcomes, quality measures and team performance.
• Drive consistently high standards of teaching, training and assessment across College and workplace settings.
• Experienced in line managing teaching and assessment staff, holding teams accountable while supporting professional development.
• Knowledgeable in apprenticeship standards, quality assurance processes, funding compliance and end-point assessment requirements.
• Organised, collaborative and solutions-focused, with the ability to manage competing priorities, build strong employer relationships and drive continuous improvement.

Join New City College and play a key role in shaping the future of apprenticeship delivery, leading high-performing teams and supporting over 800 apprentices to achieve success

What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

For further information please contact Human Resources at [e-mail].

About New City College:

New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.

Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.

Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.

We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.