Full Time 37 Hours Per Week, Monday to Thursday 8.30am - 5pm, Friday 8.30am to 4.30pm.
Are you an inspiring educator with a passion for English and maths and a proven ability to drive student success? We are seeking a motivated and ambitious Curriculum Lead in Maths & English to join our team at Riseholme College.
This is an exciting opportunity to lead and coordinate the delivery of GCSE and Functional Skills English and Maths programmes, supporting learners across a range of vocational curriculum areas. You will play a key role in ensuring high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, driving improvements in student achievement, attendance, retention and progression, while contributing to the continual development of an innovative and inclusive curriculum.
As Curriculum Lead, you will provide day-to-day leadership for lecturers and learning support staff, oversee quality assurance processes, support curriculum development and work collaboratively with vocational departments to embed English and maths skills within vocational learning. You will also contribute to recruitment activities, performance management processes and strategic curriculum initiatives that support the College's wider objectives.
We are looking for an individual with a relevant degree, a teaching qualification at Level 5 or above (or significant progress towards one), and experience of teaching and achieving positive student outcomes. Strong leadership skills, excellent communication, a commitment to educational excellence and a passion for helping learners succeed are essential. Previous team leadership experience would be advantageous.
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Bishop Burton College/Riseholme College promote equality, diversity and inclusion ensuring fair treatment, representation, and opportunities for all individuals, regardless of their background or characteristics. We see this as essential for creating inclusive environments and fostering innovation and creativity.
- Beautiful Rural Campus – Enjoy working in a unique countryside environment with excellent facilities.
- Teachers' Pension Scheme – A generous defined benefit pension with valuable employer contributions.
- Up to 50 Days' Leave – Including annual leave, bank holidays and concessionary days (pro rata for part-time colleagues).
- Birthday Leave – Enjoy an extra day's paid leave to celebrate your birthday (from September 2026).
- Cycle to Work Scheme – Save money and support a healthier, greener commute.
- Free On-Site Parking – No parking costs or long walks to work.
- On-Site Catering Facilities – A variety of cafés and dining options available across campus.
- ❤️ Optional Health Cash Plan – Helping you claim back the cost of everyday healthcare.
- Employee Assistance Programme – Free, confidential support for you and your family whenever you need it.
- Discounted On-Site Gym Membership – Stay active with reduced membership rates.
- Health & Wellbeing Programme – Dedicated initiatives to support your physical, mental and emotional wellbeing.
- Career Development Opportunities – We invest in your future with training, qualifications and progression opportunities.
- ✍️ Free Will Writing Service – Helping you plan ahead with confidence.
- Generous Sick Pay & Compassionate Leave – Providing peace of mind when life doesn't go to plan.
- Enhanced Maternity & Adoption Pay – Extra support for you and your growing family.
- Free Eye Tests for DSE Users – Helping you take care of your eye health.
- 15% Discount on East Yorkshire Buses – Save on your daily commute and leisure travel.
We're committed to creating a workplace where people feel valued, supported and able to thrive, making Bishop Burton College and Riseholme College a great place to build a rewarding career.
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The college does not hold a sponsorship licence so therefore this post is not open to candidates who require sponsorship under the UK's points-based immigration system.
If you have any queries, please contact the HR Team at [email protected] or telephone 01964 553167.
Closing date: Thursday 30 July
Interview date: Friday 7 August
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. As this is a position of trust, the successful candidate will be required to disclose any criminal convictions and will be subject to enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), barring (where applicable), reference, qualification and health checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The College is an equal opportunities employer.
