About the role
We are recruiting a Curriculum Manager on a permanent, full time basis to join our Lifeskills Faculty based at Reading college.
The successful candidate will provide strong leadership in curriculum development and design, creating an engaging learning environment aligned with our Learning philosophy.
Key responsibilities include:
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Leading the implementation and continuous enhancement of the curriculum, ensuring alignment with our Learning Philosophy and the learner journey.
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Delivering and reporting on quality performance targets and student/apprentice outcomes.
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Managing all aspects of curriculum delivery, including recruitment, enrolment, retention, achievement, and overall success.
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Supporting the induction and ongoing development of teachers and assessors to strengthen team performance and elevate teaching, learning, and assessment practices-ultimately improving the student experience and outcomes.
What do you need to be a successful Curriculum Manager at Activate Learning?
As the curriculum manager, you will have:
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Experience of working with SEND, SEMH, 14-16, ESOL learners
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Bring proven leadership experience at Faculty Management level, along with a deep understanding of evidence-based teaching, learning, and assessment-and how to evaluate them effectively.
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Have a strong track record of raising standards and learner outcomes. Alongside a teaching qualification, you will demonstrate advanced practitioner skills and leading-edge teaching practice.
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Exhibit an inspiring and authentic leadership style, with excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing abilities.
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Demonstrate the attributes, behaviours, and proven commitment essential to our Learning Philosophy-led culture, where learners and learning are at the heart of everything we do.
Who we are
Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning.
We see our employees as individuals, empowering them to make the right choices for their ambitions and careers. We value our people as vital to our continued success and aspire to a diverse, open and inclusive environment that provides the motivation for everyone to pursue their career goals and flourish.
When you work for Activate Learning, you’re working for an organisation that provides you with the advantages of a large employer, a trusted partner in your career development, and a transformational way of working whilst also investing in building a community environment for everyone.
Together, we will bring out the best version of yourself.
Activate Learning Group Employee Benefits:
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Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
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Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides and tools to support staff wellbeing
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Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
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Learning and Development: continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
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Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
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Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff
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Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave
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Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve point pay scale for teachers.
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On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.
For a comprehensive list of all of our benefits please visit our work-with-us/wellbeing-and-benefits page
Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.
Applications are reviewed and shortlisted on a rolling basis, we reserve the right to interview, appoint and close adverts.
Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.
Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.
Note: Some positions may require a legally mandated health surveillance check for exposure to hazardous conditions.
Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Activate Learning, have no authority to enter an arrangement. Recruitment agencies engaging with Activate Learning Talent Team will be on our PSL.
