At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire the Creative Arts team to deliver outstanding education.
- Company: Join Croydon College Group, a community-focused and inclusive organisation.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension scheme, and access to wellbeing facilities.
- Other info: Enjoy modern resources and dedicated staff development days.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on students' lives through creative education.
- Qualifications: Degree in a relevant subject and teaching qualification required.
The predicted salary is between 52350 - 52350 £ per year.
Croydon College Group is an ambitious, inclusive and community‑focused organisation with a proud history and a strong commitment to our students and staff. We are passionate about delivering high‑quality education that transforms lives and supports our local community. As an Investors in Diversity accredited employer, our values of Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusivity and Engagement (FREDIE) are embedded in everything we do.
We are now seeking a Curriculum Team Manager – Creative Arts to lead and develop a dynamic curriculum area, ensuring outstanding teaching, learning and student outcomes.
The Role
- Provide strong leadership and management to the Creative Arts team, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students and driving continuous improvement across the curriculum.
- Lead and manage a team of teaching staff, including recruitment, appraisal and development.
- Drive high-quality teaching, learning and assessment across the curriculum.
- Monitor performance and use data to improve student outcomes.
- Manage staffing resources and ensure effective curriculum delivery.
- Lead on quality assurance, including internal verification and compliance.
- Support student recruitment, retention, achievement and progression.
- Promote positive student behaviour, welfare and personal development.
- Contribute to curriculum planning, innovation and growth.
- Work collaboratively with colleagues across the College to deliver strategic priorities.
About You
We are looking for an experienced and inspiring leader with a strong background in Creative Arts education and a passion for student success. You will have:
- A degree (or equivalent) in a relevant subject.
- A recognised teaching qualification.
- Proven leadership and management experience within education.
- Extensive teaching experience within a Creative Arts discipline.
- Strong understanding of curriculum development and quality improvement.
- Experience of managing teams, performance and complex programmes.
- Excellent communication, organisation and problem-solving skills.
- A commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding, health & safety and data protection.
Why Join Us?
In addition to working in modern, well‑resourced workshops and classrooms, we offer:
- Generous annual leave.
- Defined benefit pension scheme.
- Cycle to Work and IT salary sacrifice schemes.
- Travel season ticket loans.
- UNIDAYS, TOTUM and Costco membership.
- Access to on‑site hair, beauty and wellbeing facilities.
- 7 dedicated staff development days each year.
Safeguarding
Croydon College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to safer recruitment practices, including an enhanced DBS check.
Ready to Apply? If you are passionate about engineering education and want to make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.
Curriculum Team Manager – Creative Arts in Croydon employer: Croydon College
Croydon College Group is an exceptional employer that prioritises inclusivity and community engagement, making it a fantastic place for those passionate about education. With a strong commitment to employee development, generous benefits including a defined benefit pension scheme and dedicated staff development days, and a vibrant work culture that values fairness and diversity, you will find meaningful opportunities to grow and make a significant impact in the Creative Arts sector. Join us in shaping the future of our students while enjoying modern facilities and a supportive environment.
