The vacancy
At DN Colleges Group, we are committed to achieving the highest standards in education. We provide a caring, safe, and inclusive environment where innovation and collaboration thrive. We are looking for a passionate and dedicated individual to join our team as a Curriculum Lead for Higher and Degree Apprenticeships.
Role Summary
As the Curriculum Lead for Higher and Degree Apprenticeships, you will be responsible for developing and delivering a high-quality, innovative curriculum that meets the needs of apprentices and their employers. This role involves working collaboratively with colleagues to ensure the curriculum is engaging, well-developed, and aligned with relevant standards and priorities.
Scope and Purpose
The Curriculum Lead will play a pivotal role in enhancing the educational experience and outcomes for apprentices. You will foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the Apprenticeship provision. This role requires a high degree of flexibility and adaptability, as well as a passion for seeking out opportunities to strengthen existing provision.
Essential Criteria
We are looking for someone with a degree in a relevant subject, Level 2 or equivalent in English and Maths, and a Level 5 or equivalent teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards one). You should have a proven track record of building productive relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders, experience in developing curriculum plans, managing a team, and handling budgetary and physical resources. Additionally, you should possess excellent organisational, analytical, and communication skills, be proficient in Microsoft Office applications, and have an understanding of quality assurance processes. Personal qualities such as energy, drive, flexibility, and a commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion are essential.
Daily Responsibilities
- Design, implement, and continuously improve the curriculum for higher and degree apprenticeships
- Ensure alignment with local, regional, and national priorities, funding rules, and statutory requirements
- Develop innovative teaching and learning strategies to enhance learner engagement and success
- Lead, mentor, and manage a team of delivery and support staff
- Ensure compliance with all relevant funding rules, policies, and procedures
- Prepare and submit accurate reports and documentation as required
- Manage the budget and resources allocated to the curriculum area
- Identify and secure additional opportunities to support curriculum growth
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the curriculum meets the needs of learners
- Implement quality assurance processes to ensure high standards and continuous improvement
- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum and teaching, learning, and assessment
- Develop strategies to support apprentice retention, progression, and achievement
If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of apprentices and have the skills and experience we are looking for, we would love to hear from you. Apply now to join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of our apprenticeship programmes.
Closing date: 7th January
As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable tosponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time
About Us
At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.
Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct, high quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally
Our values
This vision is supported by a set of values that underpin how we operate every day across our organisation. Across every team and department, we follow core values that guide our decision making, our interactions and our approach to challenges and opportunities.
These values are a fundamental part of DN Colleges Group, as we aspire to deliver outstanding and inspirational teaching and learning for our students every day.
Ambition
To achieve the highest standards.
Support
A caring, safe and inclusive environment.
Partnership
Collaborative working to achieve shared goals.
Innovation
We use our initiative and are agile in finding creative solutions.
Responsibility
We take individual and collective responsibility.
Equality
We work with integrity and are open, honest and respectful of each other.
