Curriculum Leader - Choices

Company	Nelson And Colne College GroupSee more
Address	Nelson, Lancashire
Form of work	- Full-time, Fixed term contract
Salary	Up to £41,728 a year
Category	Education

Job description

Job Title: Curriculum Leader - Choices
Salary: £41,728
Hours: 35
Contract Type: Fixed term, one year (maternity cover)
Site: Accrington & Rossendale College / Nelson and Colne College
Closing date: Thursday 21st March
Interview date: Wednesday 27th March 2024

‘Would you like to be part of an Outstanding College and a team that aims to create the extraordinary?’

Our Organisation
Nelson and Colne College Group is a beacon for educational excellence, made up of a family of colleges – Nelson & Colne College, Accrington & Rossendale College and Lancashire Adult Learning. The College Group is the only Further Education college in Lancashire to be graded as ‘Outstanding’ under the new Ofsted inspection framework.

Together the Group forms a Sixth Form, Skills and Technology Centre, University Centre, employer training and adult learning provider delivering exceptional teaching and learning to all ages and at all levels.

The Exciting Role

An exciting opportunity has become available for a Curriculum Leader for our Choices Team on a fixed term contract for one year (maternity cover).

The Choices programme is designed to address the unique needs of learners with Special Educational Needs (SEND), many of whom have Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). This is achieved through the provision of individually tailored programmes within a well-structured curriculum. The curriculum is designed to support learners to develop their independent living skills, personal skills, social interaction and communication skills and employability skills to fully prepare them for adult life, participation in their local community and employment. Learners also continue to develop their literacy, numeracy and digital skills.

Our approach ensures a personalised learning experience that aligns with the specific requirements of each student. The programme employs a range of effective teaching strategies, language, materials and learning aids. By incorporating these elements, the aim is to develop and enhance the knowledge, skills and behaviours of each learner, recognising and accommodating their individual learning styles and preferences. This person-centred approach promotes a supportive and enriching educational environment, fostering not only academic growth, but also overall personal development in line with the Preparing for Adulthood agenda.

The successful candidate will be required to travel across sites.

This post could suit an experienced practitioner looking for their next challenge.

What You Will Be Doing:

· Leading the Choices team to ensure that all learners achieve and progress to positive destinations.

· Teach up to a maximum of 558 hours per annum, modelling outstanding practice.

· Drive and deliver a highly ambitious curriculum, with high expectations for all, to meet the needs of learners in accordance with local and national priorities.

· Take responsibility for achieving targets set for retention, attendance, achievement, added value and learner satisfaction.

· Ensure that professional development activities are appropriately planned for the Choices team.

· To support the line management of the Choices team by working with the Head of Division on the College’s My Goals and reviews, staff absence and annual leave.

What We Are Looking For:

· Relevant degree level or appropriate professional qualification

· Recognised Teaching Qualification.

· GCSE Grade C, or equivalent, in English and Maths.

· Knowledge and experience of teaching young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

· Knowledge and successful experience of driving and delivering an outstanding curriculum.

· Recent Leadership and Management training / experience.

· Full driving licence and own transport.

What We Offer in Return:

· Eligibility to join the Teachers’Pension Scheme

· Generous annual leave allowance including a two-week closure over the Christmas period

· Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits

· A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support

· Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards

· Free on-site parking on all College sites

Please visit our ‘working for us’ section of our website for a full list of our benefits https://careers.nelson.ac.uk/working-for-us/benefits/

How to Apply:

Still Interested?

If you're interested in this post and would like to know more, then please visit our website and complete an application form.

Website: https://careers.nelson.ac.uk/

*Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website*

Please note: All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.

Job Types: Full-time, Fixed term contract
Contract length: 12 months

Salary: Up to £41,728.00 per year

Benefits: