Curriculum Manager - Science in London

Passionate about shaping the future of Science? Join our London-based Further Education team as a Curriculum Manager and lead the development and delivery of outstanding, industry-relevant programmes that shape your students' futures.

About the Role:

As a Curriculum Manager for A level Science, you will play a pivotal role in driving forward our strategic objectives and ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, and learner experience across our Science curriculum and services.

Responsibilities:

• Lead on the development and delivery of outstanding educational provision.
• Work collaboratively with staff across departments to implement innovative and inclusive practices that support both learners and colleagues to thrive.
• Maintain a successful track record of line managing teaching and support staff, driving performance and accountability.
• Design, plan, and deliver high-quality, learner-focused curriculum programmes.
• Understand and apply compliance, funding regulations, and quality assurance processes.
• Use data effectively to improve learner attendance, retention, and progression.
• Manage budgets and resources to ensure cost-effective and high-impact delivery.
• Prepare for and contribute to internal and external audits, inspections (e.g. Ofsted), and quality reviews.

This role is offered on a full-time, permanent basis. We are looking for a passionate and skilled Curriculum Manager to lead A level Science. You will deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment in line with the requirements of AQA for our A level programmes and OCR for the AAQ in Human Biology. As part of our dynamic team, you will inspire and support students to achieve their goals and progress within their chosen field.

We're seeking an experienced Curriculum Manager with a proven track record in leading high-quality curriculum design and delivery—this role is suited to professionals already operating at this level.

About The Team:

You will be joining a high-performing and forward-thinking leadership team, working closely with colleagues across CCC to deliver on our shared goals. This role will involve line management of 6 staff, supporting their development and fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration, and continuous improvement. As part of our senior leadership structure, you will contribute to shaping the strategic direction of the college and ensuring its delivery through effective leadership, innovation, and operational oversight.

About You:

• Proven success in leading teams or departments within an educational or comparable setting.
• Deep understanding of curriculum design, quality assurance, and student achievement.
• Strong strategic thinking, communication, and people management skills.
• A collaborative mindset and the ability to build effective partnerships internally and externally.
• A commitment to creating inclusive and empowering learning environments.
• A proactive, strategic mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and learner success.
• A relevant teaching qualification and leadership training (or willingness to obtain these) with experience in Science.

You’ll be passionate about shaping education that changes lives and ready to contribute meaningfully to the long-term vision and success of the organisation.

About Us:

Capital City College (CCC), one of the UK’s largest FE colleges, is seeking to appoint a Group Principal. This influential group supports over 35,000 students across 12 London campuses annually to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management. Capital City College are widely recognised for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond.

Why Join Capital City College?

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Access to TELLUS – our discount and wellbeing platform
• Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme
• Interest-free season ticket loans for public transport
• Annual eye tests and contributions towards spectacles
• Flu vaccinations and access to occupational health services
• Medicash health plans – including cashback on everyday medical expenses and wellbeing tools for you and your family
• Generous annual leave entitlement, including one Relaxation Day per year
• Five Continuous Professional Development (CPD) days which can be used for your professional development

Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding:

We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone. CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check — with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.

Our Values:

To create a future that’s uniquely yours. As the largest further and higher education college in London, we offer the quality you deserve, state of the art facilities and a wide range of courses as unique as your interests and aptitude. Through partnerships with industry and academia, we open doors to your real-world success. Studying at our campuses isn’t just about good grades. It’s being part of a community within a community, that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of London itself. Where every background and perspective are celebrated, and everyone feels they belong.

As teachers and staff, we’re all driven by you – getting to know you, helping you feel valued and giving you hands-on support every step of the way. Whether you’re a creative spirit, a tech whiz, or a business mastermind, together we’ll create a future that’s uniquely yours.

Real-life learning: Practical and personal, we provide valuable skills and knowledge that you can apply in the real world.

Connected community: Welcoming and open-minded, we create a community of people and businesses where you feel valued, supported, and confident to grow.

Expanded horizons: Innovating and inspiring, we help you become and achieve more than you thought was possible.

Apply now to bring your expertise as a Curriculum Manager to one of London’s leading Further Education providers—drive excellence, shape curriculum, and make a lasting impact on learner success!