Curriculum Lead - Medical Services

Curriculum Lead (Medical Services)

Closing date: Sunday, 14th July 2024

Location: Blackburn - hybrid

Salary: £29,925 - £31,500 per annum (pro-rata)

Contract type: Permanent

Hours: 33 – 37.5 hours per week

Training 2000 is a large, independent training provider, based in Blackburn, Lancashire and is owned by the University of Central Lancashire. We have a heritage of over 50 years in Lancashire, delivering learning and development solutions and prides itself on delivery of learning excellence and creating outstanding talent for Lancashire and beyond.

The Role

To deliver operational excellence through supporting the Delivery Manager with the day-to-day management of the department and programmes which includes the people, quality of delivery, learner experience, curriculum and funding/quality compliance.

Some of the main duties include:

• To oversee the management of programmes and their curriculum within the area of responsibility and ensure highly effective teaching learning and assessment ensuring that information and trends are regularly reported to relevant stakeholders.
• In conjunction with the Quality of Education Manager, drive improvements in the quality of education to ensure that the Company continuously delivers outstanding performance, raises the quality of the learning experience for learners and delivers successful learner outcomes.
• To monitor learner progress throughout the learning journey and in preparation for End Point Assessment and implement appropriate interventions to ensure timely progression and outcomes.
• To ensure the consistent and accurate recording/reporting of information in relation to off the job training, breaks in learning, completions, withdrawals and transfers etc.
• To support the development of the Quality Improvement Plans (QIP) with support from the Delivery Manager, the Quality team and then have responsibility for driving improvements in line with the QIP.
• To effectively manage the Quality Assurance process in line with the awarding body organisation specifications and standards in order to maintain compliance.
• To coordinate and plan English and Mathematics bookings for the apprenticeship programmes ensuring that these are planned timely in line with the learner’s programme.

Some essential requirements:

• Minimum of level 3 teaching qualification.
• GCSE English and Mathematics at Grade 4 or above.
• Proven success in improving Apprenticeship performance and retention rates.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft software including Word, Excel, Email and Teams.

Desirable requirements:

• Understanding of OFSTED, SAR processes and quality inspection regimes.
• Internal Verifiers’ award.
• Experience of working in a similar role.

Why work for Training 2000

We believe Training 2000 is a great place to work. We genuinely care about our employees and offer a highly competitive benefits package including:

• 27 days holiday (increasing to 32 days in accordance with service) plus Bank Holidays (pro rata for part-time staff)
• Opportunity to purchase an additional 5 day holiday per year
• Birthday leave
• Contributory pension scheme (after a qualifying period)
• Life insurance based on 4 x annual salary
• Health Cash Plan (after qualifying period)
• Annual CPD days and opportunities for career development and progression
• Family friendly policies
• Modern facilities and on-site cafeteria
• Remote working
• Free parking (on and off-site)
• Access to Employee Assistance Programme

Safeguarding Statement

Training 2000 is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, learners, sub-contractors, employers and visitors to share this commitment. All appointments are subject to the receipt of enhanced clearance through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) or a check via the Update Service as well as other recruitment checks.

In line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance, we conduct online and social media checks for all candidates shortlisted for interview in order to ascertain their suitability to work with children and young people.

We reserve the right to close this job vacancy early if we find a suitable candidate before the closing date.