Hours: 37 hours per week, 52 weeks of the year
Contract Type: Permanent
Reference: SR1783
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As the Curriculum Director, you will play a key role in aligning the department with our College’s Strategic Plan and Policies. Your leadership will ensure that students have access to a high-quality, career-focused learning experience, while also overseeing the management of Study Programmes, staff, quality, and assessment standards. You will drive our Quality Framework and Career-Focused Learning Strategies, promoting continuous improvement and student engagement.
Duties & Responsibilities
* Develop and implement curriculum plans that respond to local and national skills needs, including the introduction of T Levels, and enhance employer engagement.
* Oversee student admissions, progress tracking, and the delivery of comprehensive support for students, ensuring compliance with College policies and curriculum requirements.
* Lead Teaching, Learning & Assessment strategies, ensuring effective observation, quality reviews, and support for student success.
* Manage and develop staff within the Sector Area, including recruitment, appraisals, and professional development.
* Manage staffing and operational budgets, and recommend capital purchases as needed.
Job Requirements:
* Degree-level or relevant professional qualification; full teaching qualification in a related field.
* Demonstrated success in curriculum management, development, and improving quality standards within Further Education.
* Strong leadership, organisational, and communication skills, with a commitment to fostering a positive, inclusive learning environment.
The right candidate will have:
* Prior experience with Ofsted/ALI Inspections and partnerships with external stakeholders.
* Knowledge of leadership strategies with a track record of promoting College values and behaviours.
Why choose us:
As a college, our strategy is to create a Career Focused, Digital Learning environment, ensuring that the learner experience and our relationship within our community, local and regional employers, are at the heart of everything we do. Providing a high achieving, focused learning environment allowing our students to achieve the grades they need for higher education or the skills and aptitude required to secure a suitable role in their chosen career. Our college is set in the leafy suburbs of Essex, with easy access to surrounding areas and amenities, we are based in a well-connected location both by road and rail.
What we offer:
* A college environment fully dedicated to developing every student to reach their full potential, irrespective of their ability.
* A dedicated and friendly team of professionals keen to develop and learn.
* A two year funded teaching course, providing the opportunity to complete a recognised post 16 teaching qualification.*
* A successful NQT support program.
* Free onsite parking.
* Onsite canteen & coffee shop.
* Cycle to work scheme.*
* Discounted gym membership.
* Electric Vehicle Scheme.*
* Hybrid Working available.
* Free Employee Assistance Programme available 24/7, 365 days offering legal & financial advice, as well as general support & guidance.
*subject to terms & conditions
USP College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, we therefore expect all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced disclosure via the Disclosure and Barring Service, and any other checks that the role requires to ascertain suitability of working with children.
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