At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and inspire ESOL teaching, ensuring high-quality learning experiences for students.
- Company: Join a dynamic college committed to educational excellence and student success.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Opportunity for career growth in a collaborative and innovative educational setting.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while shaping the future of education.
- Qualifications: Experience in teaching and curriculum management, with a passion for student success.
The predicted salary is between 43046 - 50709 £ per year.
Application Deadline: 18 June 2026
Department: Curriculum - ESOL
Employment Type: Permanent - Full Time
Location: Cross College (Maidstone & Gillingham)
Reporting To: Nabil Mugharbel
Compensation: £43,046 - £50,709 / year
Description: Assist the Director of Curriculum (DoC) with the management and motivation of staff, supporting high quality teaching and learning, whilst assisting with performance management and quality related issues, including assisting with monitoring and delivery of individual, team, department and College targets and priorities, creating and delivering effective study programmes and contributing to quality assurance and business planning as required, in order to ensure the effective day to day delivery of high quality, fit for purpose curriculum teams.
Main Responsibilities and Duties:
- Inspire and motivate students through outstanding teaching and learning that stretches and challenges students to be the best they can be, by undertaking the full role of a Lecturer for all designated students within their specialist area, assisting the DoC in promoting high expectations and ensuring lecturers deliver sessions that demonstrate a passion about their area of teaching, assisting staff in developing their students’ English, Maths and other employability skills, within lessons, whilst promoting the importance of attendance and achievement on all areas of their study programme. All this will be underpinned by regular target setting and progress monitoring to ensure that all students reach successful outcomes.
- Assist the DoC with the preparation, development and implementation of curriculum, teaching and learning delivery plans for the designated curriculum specialism, in accordance with the strategic plan set for the College, assessing immediate and short term needs, ensuring that all such plans remain robust and fit for purpose in accordance with departmental and college requirements.
- Support the delivery, development and maintenance of effective timetables for all relevant study programmes across the college, taking account of physical resources i.e. accommodation, relevant specialist facilities etc., ensuring the optimum use of human resources, balancing skills and experience and allocating classes to match the available amount of contact hours.
- Assist with the monitoring, on a daily/ weekly basis, of all College, team and individual targets and priorities as directed by the DoC, in particular, monitoring learner attendance, retention, achievement and progress against student starting points, developing and implementing strategies to assist teaching staff in the achievement of targets and priorities, whilst ensuring that all such targets be monitored and appropriate steps taken to address underperformance.
- Support the DoC as required with the management of staff performance via learning walks and dip sampling of lesson plans, schedules of work etc., acting as a role model and providing advice, guidance, development and support as needed.
- Assist with the quality assurance of teaching and learning across the department and the college, assessing and driving quality improvements, promoting and implementing innovative and best practice techniques, developing study programmes and undertaking project work as required, to ensure the continued and sustained improvement of quality in these areas covering short to medium term activity and targets for the department.
- Contribute to the business planning process for the designated department, by assisting the line manager with research and analysis, providing data and ideas, options and potential solutions based on the knowledge of study programmes, student retention and achievement and their impact on both human, financial and physical resources, assisting with the production of any consultation papers that may be required in the case of staff reductions.
- Manage all designated staff, taking responsibility for allocation of duties, performance, discipline, absence management, appraisal, time keeping, approval of annual leave etc., and the cost effective use of overtime, allocation of additional contact hours and time off in lieu for staff, ensuring full compliance with relevant college policies and procedures at all times. This will include participating in recruitment and selection of staff as required.
Application Requirements: To ensure compliance with safeguarding guidelines, all applicants must complete the application form in full. This includes providing:
- A full employment history from the time you left full-time education, with details of any gaps in employment explained.
- Information on all relevant education and qualifications.
Please note, incomplete applications will not be considered. Your co-operation helps us maintain the highest standards of safety and care for children and young people.
Benefits: Click here to view MidKent College benefits.
ESOL Curriculum Manager in Gillingham employer: Mid Kent College
MidKent College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work culture that prioritises high-quality teaching and learning. Located in Maidstone and Gillingham, the college provides ample opportunities for professional development and growth, ensuring that staff are equipped to inspire and motivate students effectively. With a commitment to innovation and quality assurance, employees can expect a rewarding career path in a dynamic educational environment.
