Curriculum Manager

Curriculum Manager - September Start!

Place of Work:

BrightonRandstad is proud to partner with a specialist further education college in

Brighton

that offers bespoke, person-centred learning for young people, primarily supporting

autistic learners

and those with

Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) . This thriving institution is dedicated to fostering the development of

communication, vocational, and independent living skills , empowering learners to make a successful transition to adult life. Each student benefits from a highly personalised study programme designed to build the skills, attitudes, and confidence necessary for positive outcomes and self-advocacy. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced

Curriculum Manager

to join their leadership team, offering significant opportunities for professional development and impact in a truly rewarding environment.What We Offer

A competitive salary of

£52,228 .32 days of annual leave

plus 8 bank holidays.The chance to make a real difference in the lives of students within a supportive and innovative educational setting.Working hours:

40 hours per week.Your Responsibilities

As Curriculum Manager, you will be a pivotal leader,

leading the day-to-day curriculum management

and

line managing a dedicated team of teachers . Your primary goal will be to ensure learners receive a

high-quality education

that aligns with best practices and the education inspection framework. You will also play a key role in contributing to the college''s strategic and business plan.Specifically, your activities will include:Staff Management and Development:Overseeing day-to-day staffing requirements, managing staff cover arrangements, and monitoring/reporting staff absence.Effectively line managing teachers, including absence management and conducting regular check-ins.Providing vital

mentoring and support to trainee teachers

to ensure they achieve accreditation and become outstanding educators.Being the operational lead for the recruitment, selection, induction, and training of curriculum team members.Curriculum and Quality Assurance:Ensuring adequate resources are in place for outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment (TLA), including sourcing new software and materials.Undertaking robust

quality monitoring and quality improvement

initiatives, including observations of teaching and learning and moderation.Providing comprehensive quality reports to the college leadership team, informing the college self-assessment report (SAR) and quality improvement plan (QIP).Leading the operationalisation of agreed quality improvement measures.Operational Leadership:Ensuring cover is in place for any teaching absences or vacancies, including providing cover teaching as and when required.Leading on

timetabling

and supporting the Deputy Head of College with curriculum design.Operationally leading the development and facilitation of academic assessments for all potential learners to assess their ability to meet learning needs.Ensuring teachers complete all required administrative functions and use databases correctly, meeting deadlines for annual reviews, end-of-term reports, etc.Overseeing the production of informative, professional, and fit-for-purpose end-of-term newsletters.Leading high-quality Celebration of Achievement events.Under the direction of the Assistant Head - DSL and Learner Outcomes, you will also have some responsibility for moderating annual review paperwork and chairing annual review meetings.Partnerships and Collaboration:Developing strong partnerships with external stakeholders.Fostering strong relationships to ensure smooth collaboration with the residential team, operations team, and wider TDT (Teaching, Development, and Training) colleagues.What We''re Looking For

You will be a dedicated and skilled leader with a passion for supporting young people with SEND.Experience and Qualifications:A

degree or equivalent experience

is required.A

Cert Ed or equivalent qualification is highly desirable , or a willingness to achieve this within a specified time frame.Extensive experience in SEND , with a strong understanding of supporting

autistic learners .Crucial experience in

further education curriculum delivery planning and administration .Demonstrable experience working with

young people exhibiting challenging behaviours .Experience with

vocational qualifications

is preferred.Skills and Attributes:Excellent communication and leadership skills , with the ability to inspire and manage a team effectively.The ability to work both

independently and as part of a collaborative team .Proficiency in

Microsoft Office

suite.A deep and unwavering

commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people

is essential.Understanding of

PBS/ABA or related behavioural approaches

is highly desirable.A commitment to ongoing

professional development .If you are a visionary leader dedicated to transforming the lives of young people with special educational needs in Brighton, we encourage you to apply for this impactful role.Please send your CV in to ..... full job details .....