STANMORE COLLEGE
CURRICULUM MANAGER – Health & Social Care, Early years
(Permanent, Full time, through the year) .
Help us to develop the future of our students and take the lead in transforming education and shaping the future of a dynamic college? Stanmore College is on the lookout for a trailblazing individual to join us as the Curriculum Manager – Health & Social Care, Early Years! If you're passionate about education, innovation, and creating an inspiring learning environment, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Curriculum Manager in Health & Social Care Early Years to provide operational leadership and taking responsibility for the delivery of the College’s strategic objectives, curriculum delivery, quality assurance and the evaluation of their defined study curriculum area and line management of those staff with the potential to develop your management skills.
Why Stanmore College?
Stanmore College isn't just a place of learning; it's a community of forward-thinkers, innovators, and educators who are committed to making a real impact. We take pride in our diverse and vibrant student body, our cutting-edge programs, and our supportive culture that encourages both personal and professional growth.
What's In Store for You:
Innovation Hub: Be at the forefront of educational innovation! We believe in pushing boundaries and embracing new teaching methodologies that captivate and inspire our students.
Collaborative Excellence: Join a dynamic team of educators who share your passion for excellence. teaching skills will empower them to reach new heights, fostering a collaborative culture where ideas flourish.
Student-Centric Approach: We're not just about education; we're about student success. Your role will directly impact the lives of our students, helping them achieve their goals and unlock their full potential.
Strategic Impact: As Curriculum Manager, you'll have the autonomy to shape the strategic direction of your faculty. Your vision will drive positive change, making a lasting impact on both the institution and the wider community.
Rewarding Environment: We believe in recognizing and rewarding excellence. Your dedication and achievements will be acknowledged through competitive compensation and opportunities for professional development.
Collaborative Spirit: A team player who thrives on collaboration and is eager to build partnerships with industry leaders, educators, and stakeholders.
Ready to Make a Difference? Apply Now!
Application form and further details of the post available from the Stanmore College website following the link: stanmore. dot ac dot uk/Vacancies or telephone 020 8420 7840.
You must complete the application online and also attach your CV along with a compelling cover letter. Join Stanmore College and be part of an exciting journey where your passion for education meets limitless possibilities.
At Stanmore College, diversity is celebrated, and we welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds. Don't miss out on this exciting opportunity to shape the future of education – apply today!
Note: Successful candidates will be contacted for interviews. Stanmore College reserves the right not to make an appointment if a suitable candidate is not identified.
Salary Scale: £43,226 - £46,640 per annum
Closing date for applications is Monday, 15th July 2024.
Interviews will be held on Monday, 29th July 2024
JOB DESCRIPTION
POST: Curriculum Manager - Health & Social Care, Early years
(Permanent, Full time, through the year)
REPORTS TO: Head of Faculty
RESPONSIBLE FOR: Providing operational leadership and taking responsibility for the delivery of the College’s strategic objectives, curriculum delivery, quality assurance and the evaluation of their defined study curriculum area and line management of those staff.
PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES IN ADDITION TO DUTIES CONTAINED WITHIN THE LECTURER JOB DESCRIPTION.
- Ensuring the curriculum area effectively assists with the recruitment of students to target levels, including participation in open evenings, external visits, marketing activities, interviewing and enrolment, providing high quality information, advice and guidance and a comprehensive induction to students.
- Responding to enquiries made about course(s) and contributing to the recruitment process.
- To have up to date knowledge/experience of both Health and Social Care and Early Years qualifications, to deliver to both 16-18 and adult students.
- Working with the Head of Faculty to ensure that all programmes are appropriately staffed, resourced, and timetabled. Supporting the team to deliver the T-Levels in health & early years education.
- Working with the Assistant Principal – Quality and Learning and Head of Faculty to manage and lead course delivery and related support ensuring high teaching, learning and assessment and course delivery standards and success are achieved.
- Ensuring all learning materials used within the Curriculum Area; lesson plans, schemes of work and assessment activities, support high quality teaching, learning and assessment, and leading in maintaining audit records of these documents.
- Working with the work placement team to ensure that all students have completed all paperwork and have been allocated a suitable placement for both an Early Years and Health and Social Care qualification.
- Taking action to support all students in the area that do not meet the standards of behaviour required by the College, including attendance and punctuality, working with the Pastoral Support Manager to ensure students receive support from the College as required.
- Ensuring that all preparation, marking, assessment and internal verification is completed promptly and efficiently within agreed timescales and meets a variety of Awarding Organisation requirements.
- Ensuring that any new documentation required such as the course handbook, and information sheets is produced to meet quality standards.
- Within the assigned portfolio, keeping the curriculum under constant review to address market needs. Setting and monitoring action plans for the introduction of new courses in partnership with the Head of Faculty.
- Working with the Head of Faculty to raise student achievement and improve the learning experience for students.
- Liaising with examinations department, moderators/verifiers to ensure compliance with awarding body requirements, including undertaking internal verification if required. To include timely registration of all learners on the correct qualification aims, ensuring unit combinations meet AO guidelines and certification claims are made accurately.
- Analysing key performance data and implementing an action plan to robustly monitor performance and bring about sustained improvement in teaching and learning and outcomes for learners in conjunction with the Head of Faculty.
- Leading and line managing a group of staff associated with the courses within the curriculum area. Carrying out performance management meetings and professional development reviews and setting and monitoring action plans for staff where required (in liaison with the Head of Faculty).
- Actively promoting continuous improvement, ensuring compliance with the Colleges quality assurance policy and procedures, including producing an in-year and annual self-assessment for the subject area, inspection preparation and quality audits.
- Providing subject expertise and having a sound knowledge of current issues and trends in education and delivering an agreed number of teaching hours which represents good practice in teaching, learning and assessment ensuring opportunities for the use of ILT, on-line learning, assessment for learning, development of English and Maths and the use of electronic ILPs and promoting Equality & Diversity.
- Helping to ensure that College regulations and policies are upheld and instigating and following student disciplinary procedures where necessary.
- Maintaining appropriate Continuing Professional Development, including the attendance on all training events identified for you. Co-operating in any staff development activities required to effectively carry out the duties of the post and participating in college staff review and development schemes for you by your line manager.
- Communicating key information, new initiatives and developments to the team and ensuring the effective implementation of key decisions, convening team meetings as appropriate and keeping minutes and ensuring the student voice is included.
- Working co-operatively with colleagues and showing commitment to the College and its mission.
- Taking personal responsibility for supporting, promoting and following all College policies in relation to health and safety, safeguarding, equality and diversity and data protection within the scope of the post.
- Willing to be first aider.
The postholder will lead a defined study programme area, which will be reviewed annually, and will undertake pedagogic work. The composition of the study programme area will be reviewed annually with the portfolio. The postholder can be required to carry out any other duties consistent with the grade of the post, at any site on which the college may operate.
This job description is current at the date shown below. In consultation with the postholder, it is liable to variation by management within a reasonable timescale to reflect or anticipate changes in or to the job.
Salary Scale: £43,226-£46,640 per annum
Closing date for applications is Monday, 15th July 2024.
Interviews will be held on Monday, 29th July 2024