Assistant Manager

Assistant Manager

Full-Time 38250 - 46750 £ / year (est.) On-site
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At a Glance

  • Tasks: Support the Education Manager in enhancing teaching and learning for adult learners.
  • Company: Join a leading education provider in the justice sector.
  • Benefits: Competitive salary starting from £35,000 and opportunities for professional growth.
  • Other info: Dynamic role with potential for impactful career development.
  • Why this job: Make a real difference in learners' lives through quality education and support.
  • Qualifications: A Level 5+ Teaching Qualification and significant teaching experience required.

The predicted salary is between 38250 - 46750 £ per year.

We are recruiting an Assistant Manager to join the education leadership team at an education provider in the justice sector, supporting the Education Manager in driving high standards of teaching, learning and assessment for adult learners.

You’ll play a key role in curriculum oversight, quality assurance and staff development, helping to build a learning environment that supports rehabilitation and genuinely changes outcomes for learners.

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Supporting the Education Manager with the day-to-day operational running of the education department.
  • Leading on quality assurance activity, including observations, learning walks and performance monitoring.
  • Managing, coaching and developing teaching staff to maintain high standards of delivery.
  • Contributing to curriculum planning to ensure provision meets learner needs and awarding body requirements.
  • Supporting inspection readiness, including contributing to self-assessment and improvement planning.

What We’re Looking For

Essential:

  • A Level 5+ Teaching Qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS or equivalent)
  • Significant teaching experience within Further Education, adult learning or prison education settings
  • Experience of managing staff performance and supporting curriculum improvement
  • Strong working knowledge of quality assurance processes

Desirable (but not essential):

  • An Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) qualification
  • Prior experience working within a secure custodial environment

If you’re ready to bring your leadership and quality assurance expertise to a role that makes a genuine difference, we’d love to hear from you.

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Contact Details:

Dovetail & Slate Recruitment Team

We think you need these skills to ace Assistant Manager

Teaching Qualification (PGCE, Cert Ed, DTLLS or equivalent)
Significant Teaching Experience
Staff Performance Management
Curriculum Planning
Quality Assurance Processes
Coaching and Development of Staff
Operational Management