English, Mathematics, Digital and SEND Curriculum Manager

8 September 2023
£298 / day
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Job Description

Job Category: Interims
Location: London Borough of Newham, London Borough of Newham
Hours Per Week: 36.00
Start Date: Immediate Start
Start Time: 09:00
End Time: 17:00
Salary: £298.00 per day

Overall Purpose of Job:
The post holder will provide strategic and thought leadership and management to the Curriculum Area to enable it to develop and grow in line with the Our Newham – Learning & Skills Curriculum Strategy and become a leading provider of lifelong learning in London and beyond. They will inspire and drive improvement and ambition for outstanding learning, teaching and assessment so that the area becomes and remains outstanding and develops and sustains strong financial health in the long term.

Job Summary:
Grade P06.
Teaching requirement: 144 contact hours per academic year

Responsible to: Our Newham – Learning & Skills Head of Curriculum
Responsible for: Up to 1 Curriculum Co-ordinator, 1 Course Leader and at least
7 tutors

KNOWLEDGE:
• Extensive teaching expertise and an excellent understanding of pedagogy, including developments related to adult students.
• External professional networks relevant to the academic disciplines within the organisation and the delivery and development of adult education in London, with the ability to utilise them to facilitate growth.
• A good knowledge and commitment to Safeguarding, Prevent Duty and Health and Safety as they relate to the Curriculum Area
• A good knowledge of equality and diversity matters with a proven track record of promoting diversity within both a curriculum and employment context.

EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS:
• An appropriate qualification at degree level or above (or equivalent) in a subject relevant to the Curriculum Area.
• An appropriate teaching qualification (DTLLS /PGCE / Cert Ed or Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training or equivalent) plus relevant continuous professional development.
• A management qualification

SKILLS AND ABILITIES: EXPERIENCE:
• A substantial academic background / credibility in one or more of the subject areas / sectors within the curriculum
• Experience of working in an adult education or similar environment, with a commitment to the ethos of adult education and knowledge of current developments and issues in the sector.
• Significant experience of successfully leading and managing a team of teaching and support staff at operational level, with the proven ability to effectively inspire, support, motivate, train, develop and manage the performance of staff
• A proven, successful track record in the planning, managing and delivery of academic programmes from entry level to higher education
• Proven ability to think strategically, analyse complex problems, consider risk and implement appropriate solutions.
• The proven ability to effectively manage physical and human resources, including complex budgets, to maximise income.
• Experience of leading teams in the use of learning technologies to facilitate quality learning and teaching
• Demonstrable ability and impact of improving student achievement.
Experience and proven ability of working with external partners and agencies and building partnerships and successful professional relationships at all levels.
• Understanding of interventions that enhance student wellbeing and mental health.