Curriculum Manager – Step Into Stem

JOB BENEFITS Access to Additional Annual Leave Access to NUS/TOTUM Discount Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme Annual Travel Passes Scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Discounts Employee Assistance Helpline JOB LOCATION HighfieldsJesse Boot Avenue, Science Park, University Boulevard, Nottingham, NG7 2RU Supporting documents NC Mission, Vision and Values JE409 Curriculum Manager Your future is hereA place to inspire In a leadership role here at Nottingham College you will play a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. We are Nottingham’s College and together, we make a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here you will be at the forefront of curriculum development and innovation, ensuring our learners are equipped with the skills, behaviours and experiences to achieve at college and thrive in life. Here you will have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career, whilst leading in a large and vibrant college that puts its learners at the heart of everything it does. Who we need This is an exciting new post at Nottingham College within our brand-new Step into STEM department at Highfields. Step into STEM is aimed at giving students the confidence and skills required to move onto a full-time course at Nottingham College. The programs within the department embed STEM alongside English and Maths with the aim to re-engage students back into education. This is a fantastic opportunity for either an experienced leader and manager or an experienced teacher looking for the next step in their career. This role will give you an opportunity to make a real difference and an opportunity to be central to the growth of Highfields and the success of this new department. The key roles of a Curriculum manager include: Model and promote excellence and innovation in teaching, learning and assessment. Undertake course co-ordination and planning to produce a scheme which delivers sequenced content and assessment Implement strategies to ensure effective development of literacy and numeracy, and other cross curricular initiatives within the subject curriculum Work with allocated teaching staff to improve aspects of their delivery, utilising your own skills or the college teaching and learning team where appropriate. Work with college management team to provide a vibrant and well-resourced teaching environment. Ensure the implementation of the college behaviour policy for students and promote positive behaviours. Contribute to and comply with all college quality improvement and quality assurance activities in a timely manner Lead all relevant line management activities for allocated subject staff and follow the college performance management system both as an individual and as a manager. Arrange cover when required for lessons within allocated subject areas What you’ll bring The successful candidate will be an experienced teacher or manager with a strong SEN background. This person will have experience in an alternative educational setting and experience with challenging behaviours. This opportunity is the gives the chance to shape the future of this department and be central to deliver outstanding education at Highfields. You will bring: Experience of alternative education and a strong background in SEN Experience managing, challenging, behaviours and implementing action plans to reengage students Creativity to design a curriculum with our students at the heart of every decision you make to ensure positive destinations for all Compassion, empathy and enthusiasm for working with students who have additional needs An understanding and appreciation of the key employability skills that the local job market needs For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Lewis Overton on 0115 884 2733 or email lewis.overton@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk Interviews / Assessments are planned for: week commencing 12 February 2024 A place to belong Join a diverse, vibrant community of over 1,300 staff and feel welcome from day one. Whether it’s enjoying a cuppa and a chat at our Wellness Cafes, collaborating with your colleagues or making the most of the facilities on our campuses, this is a place you can feel involved, connected and supported. With an attractive benefits package including 39 days annual leave, flexible working opportunities, a generous pension scheme and perks package, this is a place where you will feel valued. Here you can access a wide range of career development and leadership and management training opportunities. It’s a place where you can grow and develop, where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Be a part of a dynamic and diverse team that thrives on innovation, creativity, and outstanding outcomes. Our aim is for our workforce to mirror the rich diversity of the individuals and communities we serve, creating an environment where a range of experiences, skills, and viewpoints are valued. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need. Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.