At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and deliver innovative Visual Communications & Styling programmes in fashion education.
- Company: Join the EFI Group, transforming lives through industry-led education.
- Benefits: Enjoy flexible leave, professional development support, and a monthly wellbeing allowance.
- Other info: Dynamic role with excellent career growth opportunities in a supportive environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in fashion education while fostering creativity and collaboration.
- Qualifications: Teaching qualification and experience in educational management required.
The predicted salary is between 41400 - 46000 £ per year.
Fashion Retail Academy (part of Education for Industry Group) is seeking a Programme Manager in Visual Communications & Styling. This role involves the effective day-to-day leadership and delivery of our Visual Communications & Styling curriculum programmes within Further Education (FE) at FRA.
The successful candidate will ensure outstanding teaching, learning, and assessment, strong student outcomes, and compliance with internal and external quality assurance standards. The postholder will work collaboratively with teaching staff, support services, and industry partners to deliver high-quality and industry-relevant education that supports learners' progress, achievement, and destinations.
This role focuses on operational excellence, curriculum management, learner experience, and supporting the delivery of key departmental performance indicators. The Programme Manager will also carry a teaching load appropriate to their area.
Qualifications:
- Teaching qualification and/or educational management experience and relevant degree or postgraduate qualification.
Experience:
- Extensive experience in teaching and curriculum leadership within FE, HE, or Apprenticeship provision, combined with educational management expertise.
- A proven track record of improving student outcomes.
- A strong background in team management and staff development plus industry experience.
Expertise:
- Strong understanding of quality frameworks and performance improvement processes.
Passion:
- Driven by a passion for inclusive, industry-aligned education and committed to raising aspirations for all learners.
- A proven ability to motivate and inspire outstanding teaching teams.
Why The EFI?
We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:
- Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD.
- Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave.
- Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
- Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.
- Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future.
Salary: From £41,400 to £46,000 per annum, subject to qualifications and experience.
Closing Date: 8am on Tuesday, 6 October 2026.
Interviews/Recruitment Day: Interviews are taking place on Friday, 23 October in-person at FRA Academy: Electra House, Moorgate, EC2M 6SE.
The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.
Programme Manager: Visual Communications & Styling in London employer: Fashion Retail Academy
EFI Group is an exceptional employer dedicated to transforming lives through innovative education in fashion and beauty. With a strong focus on employee wellbeing, we offer generous benefits such as funded professional qualifications, flexible leave options, and a monthly wellbeing allowance, all within a supportive and inclusive work culture that champions personal and professional growth. Join us in London, where you can make a meaningful impact while enjoying a collaborative environment that celebrates success and prioritises student outcomes.
