Vocational Subjects Lead

OFG Education; Tewkesbury; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Your Wellbeing Matters

Vista – Benefits Platform

Health, wellbeing and insurance

Discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support

Job summary

OFG Education’s Norton College in Tewkesbury seeks a Vocational Subjects Lead to shape and develop the vocational curriculum while teaching in at least one vocational subject. The role combines strategic leadership with hands-on delivery, overseeing BTEC quality assurance, assessment and accreditation, and building links with employers to enrich learning opportunities.

Start January 2027; permanent, term-time only role with 37.5–42.5 hours weekly.

Qualifications

• Must be able to teach at least one vocational subject and specify subject(s) in application.
• Experience leading vocational curriculum development.
• Strong knowledge of BTEC or vocational QA requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic development of vocational education across the school.
• Teach in your vocational specialism.
• Develop vocational pathways aligned with student needs.
• Support staff delivering vocational qualifications.
• Oversee BTEC quality assurance and assessment.
• Monitor progress and raise achievement in vocational subjects.
• Build links with employers and colleges to enrich learning.
• Manage vocational resources and budgets.

Skills

Teaching qualification

Vocational subject expertise

BTEC QA knowledge

Leadership skills

SEMH experience

Curriculum development

Education

Teaching qualification (QTS/QTLS/PGCE)

Level 3+ qualification or industry experience

Job description

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Vocational Subjects Lead

Norton College - Tewkesbury

• Tewkesbury
• Permanent

Salary: Up to £48,942 per annum (depending one experience)

Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday - Friday

At OFG Education we believe in creating a better work life balance

Job Title: Vocational Subjects Lead
Location: Norton College, Tewkesbury, GL20 8UQ
Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday-Friday | 8:30am - 4:00pm
Salary: Up to £48,942 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: January 2027
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

We're seeking a passionate and experienced Vocational Subjects Lead to shape and develop our vocational curriculum while teaching in at least one vocational subject specialism.

This is an exciting opportunity to lead a growing vocational offer that equips students with the practical skills, qualifications and confidence they need for further education, employment and adulthood.

External applicants must be able to teach at least one vocational subject and should clearly state their specialist subject(s) within their application.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead the strategic development of vocational education across the school.
• Teach and deliver high-quality learning within your vocational specialism.
• Develop engaging vocational pathways that meet students' needs, interests and aspirations.
• Support and guide staff delivering vocational qualifications.
• Oversee BTEC and vocational quality assurance, assessment and accreditation processes.
• Monitor student progress and raise achievement across vocational subjects.
• Build links with employers, colleges and community partners to enhance learning opportunities.
• Manage vocational resources, equipment and budgets effectively.

What you will bring

• Teaching qualification (QTS, QTLS, PGCE/Cert Ed or Level 5 DET, or willingness to work towards one)
• Level 3+ qualification and/or industry experience in a vocational subject.
• Expertise in at least one vocational subject area.
• Strong knowledge of BTEC or vocational quality assurance requirements.
• Excellent leadership, organisational and communication skills.
• Experience supporting students with SEMH needs and/or autism.
• A passion for preparing young people for successful futures.

About Us

At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.

Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.

Whatever your role, joining OFG Education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.

About Our College

Norton College is a specialist school with in Tewkesbury, supporting young people aged 11-19 with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Autism and complex learning needs. Through personalised learning, vocational opportunities and a nurturing, relationship-led approach, we help students overcome barriers, build confidence and develop the skills they need to thrive in education and beyond.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference.We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• 'Your Wellbeing Matters' – mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
• Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
• Hundreds of UK and international discounts
• Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover
• Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales

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