Programme Leader Job type - Full time, Permanent Salary - £30,326 to £32,656 per annum Hours - 40 hours per week Location - Nacro Education Centre, Boston We are Nacro. We see your future, whatever the past. We believe that everyone deserves a good education, a safe and secure place to live, the right to be heard, and the chance to start again, with support from someone on their side. That’s why our housing, education, justice and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And it’s why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change. Who are we looking for? We are excited to be expanding our leadership roles with the creation of a Programme Leader role based at our Boston education centre. This role will hold key responsibility for leading the planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum that effectively prepares all learners to be successful in their intended next steps. What will I be doing as a Programme Leader? The Programme Leader will work in close partnership with the Head of Curriculum and Engagement to plan, develop and maintain an engaging learning environment and to provide line management to delivery staff whilst maintaining a fractional teaching responsibility. Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to: Provide consistently high-quality teaching, learning and assessment that models Nacro’s high standards and aspirations and leads to excellent outcomes for all learners. Ensure that all learners receive appropriate and effective support, advice, and guidance throughout their programme, including pastoral and academic support where needed. Provide effective line management of the programme team, ensuring that all employees are clear on their roles and responsibilities, and that team members are appropriately supported and developed. Support the development and maintenance of the learning environment including in relation to facilities and resources to ensure a high-quality, industry standard learning experience. Work in close partnership with the Head of Curriculum and Engagement to develop and implement a high-quality, innovative, and responsive curriculum that meets the needs of learners and employers. Ensure that the curriculum is delivered effectively and efficiently by employees, using a range of appropriate teaching and learning strategies, technologies, and resources. Essential requirements for this role: Knowledge and experience of quality and regulatory frameworks and practices including Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework Significant experience of delivering teaching, learning and assessment to young people in the Further Education and Skills sector. The ideal candidate will have a QTS, a PGCE or a DET L5 teaching qualification. An IQA assessor qualification is preferred. Knowledge and application of contemporary teaching theory and practice. Experience of curriculum design and development. Knowledge of the Further Education and Skills sector and the related funding and regulatory frameworks. Experience of collaborative working and joint practice development to drive and inform continuous improvement. Experience of coaching, mentoring and/or supporting employees to drive improvement and development. Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures, including legislation and guidance, and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure the safety and wellbeing of learners, particularly those who may be vulnerable or at risk. English and mathematics qualifications at level 2 or above. Enhanced DBS - Adult & Child barred list. What are the next steps? Please click on the ‘Apply now’ button to apply online. Job Types: Full-time, Permanent Pay: £30,326.00-£32,656.00 per year Benefits: Life insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday Work Location: In person Reference ID: SS3016
