Working Hours: 37 hours per week Location: Base at one of our Adult Learning Centres, travel to city wide Adult learning sites Shortlist- Within two days of the adverts closing date Interview date: Friday 7th March 2025 Interview details: Shortlisted candidates will attend a full-morning assessment center on Friday, March 7th. This first stage will include lunch and the opportunity to meet the team. Successful candidates from the morning session will be invited to stay for a formal interview in the afternoon. The role: Manchester Adult Education has an exciting opportunity within their Wider M anagement Team for a Curriculum Manager to lead their English and maths Curriculum. The successful candidate will be responsible for ensuring the curriculum is well designed and executed, delivers on key performance indicators and is a good fit for our learners and the city. You will be responsible for managing relationships with key stakeholders, including local employers and community organisations. Key responsibilities Curriculum Planning Ensure that the curriculum plan is robust, deliverable and will generate sufficient funding in 2 5 /2 6 and beyond, whilst making efficient use of resources and staff time. Lead the team to ensure that all courses that are being offered are effectively planned and have a clear intent that can be articulated by relevant staff Contribute to the medium to long - term strategy for the English and maths curriculum which includes aspirations to extend the delivery and grow the Curriculum area. Learner Recruitment Contribute to developing and delivering the approach to enrolment in 2 5 /2 6 ensuring that it is well communicated to the team and prospective learners and that it leads to a positive start to the academic year. Monitor recruitment data, identify areas that need additional focus to achieve recruitment targets and plan effective interventions. Quality of Education Ensure the team are ‘ Ofsted ready’ and can articulate and evidence strengths, curriculum intent and impact, providing support where it is needed. Monitor quality and intervene quickly to manage issues in line with service policies and procedures. Contribute to delivering the service quality cycle, undertaking self- assessment and identifying appropriate service improvement actions. Manage the internal quality assurance process, working closely with the team leader s and awarding organisations We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has experienc e and/or aspirations of progressing into a leadership role and the ability to help shape our strategic plans. If you are interested in this opportunity or know someone who would be a good fit, please do not hesitate to or refer them to the position. If you are interested in this position and would like to have an informal discussion, contact Lindsay L o ftus, Area Adult Education M anager at lindsay.loftus manchester.gov.uk See the attached role profile for more information. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) clearance - this post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (amended in 2013). Appointable candidates will be required to apply for an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Information provided by you or the DBS will be dealt with in a confidential manner and in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice which can be viewed here. We have a policy on the Employment of Ex-Offenders and it is available upon request. About the Candidate We are looking for a highly motivated individual who has experienc e and/or aspirations of progressing into a leadership role and the ability to help shape our strategic plans. The role-holder will have a PGCE/Cert Ed or equivalent teaching qualification and recent experience of teaching adults The role-holder will have the necessary subject specialism for the curriculum area. The ideal candidate will hold a Leadership and M anagement qualification/ equivalent or willingness to achieve within 2 years. The ideal candidate will hold qualifications in assessment and verification or willingness to achieve and will be able to demonstrate a track record of exceeding the expectations of awarding organisations in managing these processes. Knowledge and experience of the use and development of e-learning/ learning technologies, including familiarity with Virtual Learning Environment systems Knowledge and experience of delivering service improvements through the self-assessment process About Us We’re the local council for one of the UK’s most vibrant and diverse cities. Working for Manchester isn’t just a job – it’s an opportunity to contribute to a city that leads change and transforms lives. Whether it’s strengthening communities or driving innovation in public services, you’ll play a vital role in creating opportunities and shaping a brighter future for everyone. Our Manchester is our vision for a fairer, greener, and healthier city – a vision shaped by the people of Manchester. It guides everything we do at the Council and is brought to life through the Our Manchester behaviours: We take time to listen and understand We work together and trust each other We show that we value our differences and treat each other fairly We ‘own it’ and we’re not afraid to try new things We’re proud and passionate about Manchester Benefits we offer Generous holiday allowance Enjoy up to 26 days annual leave per year plus bank holidays. Increasing to 31 days after five years of local government service. Want more leave? You can purchase up to two additional weeks. 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