At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead curriculum development and enhance learning experiences in motor vehicle and land-based industries.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking educational institution dedicated to quality teaching.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for leadership and collaboration with industry partners.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' futures while shaping industry-relevant programmes.
- Qualifications: Degree in Motor Vehicle Engineering or related field, with extensive industry experience.
The predicted salary is between 57687 - 57687 £ per year.
As Curriculum Quality Manager, you will provide professional leadership to the Curriculum team by developing dynamic and forward-thinking learning and teaching practices and managing resources in order to ensure a first-class learning and teaching experience for students.
Reporting to the Head of Learning and Skills, the successful candidate will provide operational leadership across motor vehicle and land-based industries programmes, supporting lecturing teams to deliver industry-relevant, high-quality learning experiences that meet the needs of students, employers, and the wider sector.
The post includes a teaching commitment of up to 12 hours a week, pro rata with the curriculum offer.
You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent professional qualification) in Motor Vehicle Engineering, or a related discipline and will have extensive commercial/industrial experience. You will also be in possession of a TQFE/PDA/PGCE, and be able to evidence continuing professional development and up-to-date automotive industry knowledge.
You will have strong subject expertise in motor vehicle and land-based industries, or related disciplines with a thorough understanding of quality assurance processes, self-evaluation, and continuous improvement planning. You will also need experience in curriculum development, with the ability to align programmes to industry standards and emerging sector needs.
Knowledge of relevant regulatory and compliance requirements within the motor vehicle and land-based industries sector (e.g. safety, quality and industry accreditation frameworks) and experience of building and maintaining effective partnerships with industry and external stakeholders is also vital.
You will have experience of working with a wide range of partners and will have a proven ability to manage projects and motivate teams. In addition, you will be able to demonstrate initiative in identifying and developing opportunities for service development whilst engaging key communication, planning and organisational skills.
The ability to provide leadership and facilitate problem solving, along with relevant teaching/lecturing experience is vital.
Please refer to the person specification for further details on essential and desirable requirements.
Informal enquiries to Ged Freel - Head of Learning.
Curriculum Quality Manager – Motor Vehicle and Land Based Industries (1 FTE, Permanent) employer: Ayrshire College
As a leading educational institution located in Kilmarnock, we pride ourselves on fostering a collaborative and innovative work culture that empowers our staff to excel. With a strong commitment to professional development, we offer numerous opportunities for growth and advancement within the curriculum team, ensuring that our employees are equipped with the latest industry knowledge and teaching practices. Join us to make a meaningful impact in the lives of students while enjoying a competitive salary and a supportive environment that values your contributions.
