Programme Manager – Adult English & Maths and ESOL

Programme Manager – Adult English and Maths and ESOLRole:

Programme Manager – Adult English and Maths and ESOL

Location:

Bedford College – Cauldwell Street Campus

Salary/Benefits:

Salary is between £40,000 and £46,349 per annum DOE and Qualifications, 35 days annual leave plus Bank holidays, Teacher’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks:

37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Contract Type:

Permanent – Full Time

About The RoleWe are currently seeking a Programme Manager in Adult English and Maths and ESOL to join our Adult and Community Learning and ESOL department at The Bedford College Group. As a Programme Manager, you play an important role in the success of our students through:

Curriculum Leadership and Development – Lead the design, delivery, and growth of ESOL and AEM programmes, ensuring they are engaging, relevant, and aligned with college strategy and progression pathways.

Quality Assurance and Student Outcomes – Monitor and improve teaching, learning, and assessment standards; track student progress, retention, and achievement; and take action to address underperformance.

Team Management and Collaboration – Line manage teaching staff and support roles, oversee recruitment and development, and ensure consistent implementation of college policies and performance frameworks.

Operational Oversight and Stakeholder Engagement – Coordinate student recruitment, timetabling, awarding body liaison, and enrichment activities; maintain strong relationships with internal teams, external partners, and local authorities.

Statutory Duties and College-Wide Contribution – Uphold safeguarding, equality, and health and safety standards; teach a fractional timetable; and actively participate in cross-campus activities, events, and continuous professional development.

About You

Qualifications and Subject Expertise:

Holds a degree or relevant qualification in ESOL/English/maths (e.g. CELTA), a recognised teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed), and GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

Leadership and Teaching Experience:

Proven success in leading teams and teaching across levels in ESOL and/or AEM, with experience in quality assurance, curriculum development, and performance management in Further Education.

Professional Skills and Attributes:

Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills; able to lead with credibility, influence at all levels, and respond creatively to challenges.

Digital and Data Competence:

Confident in using IT systems and data to monitor and improve course delivery, support ILT integration, and maintain accurate records with attention to detail.

Values-Driven and Flexible:

Committed to safeguarding, equality, and professional boundaries; adaptable to changing business needs, willing to travel across campuses, and aligned with TBCG values and policies.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.

Interviews to be held:

10 October 2025

SafeguardingThe Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Project Management and Information Technology

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