Vocational Studies / Progression Pathways Study Programme Manager

Cornwall College; Camborne; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Pension schemes

Flexible working

Free tuition on courses

Health & wellbeing initiatives

Employee discounts

Free parking

Job summary

Cornwall College is seeking a Vocational Studies Progression Pathways Study Programme Manager based at the Camborne campus. The role focuses on leading the progression pathways programme within Vocational Studies and supporting learners, including those with SEND and behavioural difficulties.

You will oversee all aspects of the programme as a pathway lead, ensuring a positive, engaging learner experience and high-quality teaching and learning throughout. 37 hours per week, full time.

Qualifications

• Level 5 teaching qualification or willingness to work towards within three years.
• Minimum Level 2 in English and Mathematics.
• Experience with students with SEND or behavioural difficulties.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the programme as a pathway lead within Vocational Studies.
• Support learners to ensure a positive, engaging experience and high-quality teaching and learning.
• Contribute to a positive experience for all learners, with a focus on SEND and behavioural needs.

Skills

Teaching qualification Level 5

English Level 2

Maths Level 2

SEND knowledge

Behavioural difficulties experience

Coaching and mentoring

Student support

Education

Cert Ed / PGCE / DET

English Level 2

Mathematics Level 2

Job description

Progression Pathways / Vocational Studies Study Programme Manager

Location: Cornwall College - Camborne

Closing Date: 30 August 2026

Interview Date: TBC

Job details

Salary £28,402.92 to £33,865.02 (SPM 1 to SPM4)

Contractual hours 37

Basis Full Time

Date posted 26/06/2026

Job reference REQ04848

Attachments: Study Programme Manager Progression Pathways JD.pdf

Job description

Vocational Studies / Progression Pathways Study Programme Manager

Location: Camborne
Salary: £28,402.92 to £33,865.02 (SPM 1 to SPM4)

Terms & Conditions: Full Time (37 hours/52 weeks), Teaching Contract

Closing Date: 30 August 2026

Interview Date: TBC

About the Role

Based at our Camborne campus, we are looking for an enthusiastic individual to integrate themselves into a highly successful teaching team. Alongside delivering outstanding education, the successful applicant will take on the role of Study Programme Manager within Vocational Studies.

They will be expected to contribute to a positive experience for all learners, with particular focus on supporting students with SEND and behavioural difficulties. This role involves overseeing all aspects of the programme as a pathway lead, ensuring learners have a positive, engaging experience that enables them to reach their full potential.

Skills & Experience

Applicants must hold, or be willing to work towards, a Level 5 teaching qualification (such as a Cert Ed, PGCE, or DET). For the right candidate, this qualification can be undertaken through the college (within three years of appointment). A minimum of a Level 2 qualification in both English and Mathematics is required.

Candidates must possess an understanding and/or knowledge of working with students with SEND and/or behavioural difficulties. We are seeking individuals who are passionate about motivating, inspiring, coaching, and mentoring learners whilst delivering high-quality teaching and learning throughout.

Experience and/or knowledge working successfully with students who have diverse learning needs and/or behavioural difficulties is essential to this role.

Hours of work

Monday to Friday (however, you may be required to work the occasional evening and/or weekend).

Benefits

We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer:

• Generous annual leave schemes - 42 days* per annum for teaching roles (pro-rata for part-time), plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.*37 days annual leave at commencement of employment, increasing to 42 days after successful completion of probationary period.
• Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
• Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
• A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
• Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme – discounts with major retailers.
• Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.

The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

We are dedicated to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment.

Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of our mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively.

Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco-friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.