Job Introduction
Your future is here
A place to inspire
In a leadership role here at Nottingham College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. We are Nottingham’s College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here you will be at the forefront of curriculum development and innovation, ensuring our learners are equipped with the skills, behaviours and experiences to achieve at college and thrive in life. Here you will have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career, whilst leading in a large and vibrant college that puts its learners at the heart of everything it does.
What You’ll Be Doing
Join Our Award-Winning Light Vehicle & Motorcycle Team
We’re looking for a dynamic, forward-thinking Curriculum Manager to lead our Light Vehicle & Motorcycle training provision. Working with some of the UK’s biggest names in the sector, you’ll shape and deliver bespoke apprenticeship programmes from Level 2 to Level 4 across both technical and non-technical disciplines.
You’ll inspire and manage a talented team of trainers, assessors, and workshop technicians, driving exceptional teaching, learning, and assessment standards. From designing curriculum delivery to overseeing End Point Assessments, you’ll ensure every apprentice has an outstanding learning journey.
What You’ll Be Doing
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Leading and developing a high-performing, multi-disciplinary training team.
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Planning, implementing, and monitoring curriculum delivery for timely, high-quality outcomes.
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Driving robust quality assurance to meet and exceed awarding organisation requirements.
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Building and maintaining strong employer partnerships to support business growth.
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Creating an apprentice experience that’s engaging, challenging, and industry relevant.
If you’re a passionate leader with a track record of delivering results in vocational training, we’d love to hear from you.
Our Ideal Candidate
You’re confident and inspirational with a passion for vocational training and a deep understanding of apprenticeships. You have the credibility to engage employers at all levels and the vision to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment. Organised and quality-focused, you thrive on planning and delivering results while motivating a diverse team to excel.
You’ll bring:
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Some experience in managing curriculum delivery and apprenticeship programmes.
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Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire, coach, and develop others.
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Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities with employers and stakeholders.
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A meticulous approach to quality assurance and compliance with awarding organisation standards (IMI and City & Guilds)
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A commitment to delivering an outstanding apprentice experience and achieving exceptional outcomes.
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Hold or working towards Level 4 / Level 5 Teaching Qualification
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Level 3 Certification in vocational area
For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Paul Slater, Head of Apprenticeships (Automotive) by email at [email protected]
Interviews / Assessments are planned for: 5th & 6th August 2026
Get Into Teaching
If you’re considering teaching but unsure where to start, Nottingham College offers clear pathways to help you explore your options and build a rewarding career in education. Find out more about our routes into teaching: Get in to Teaching.
Why Join us
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Competitive salary – £43,222 - £45,406 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
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39 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
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Access to Teacher's Pension Scheme
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Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
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Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
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Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme
A place to belong
At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.
We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.
Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.
Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.
Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.
Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.
Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.
Apply Now
If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here.
To apply, click ‘Apply for this job’ on the Nottingham College website, or visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies if viewing externally.
We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact [email protected] or call us on 0115 884 2222.
We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.
