Head of Curriculum & Assessment

Head of Curriculum & Assessment

Full-Time 70000 - 70000 £ / year (est.) Home office (partial)
Newtons Recruitment

At a Glance

  • Tasks: Lead curriculum development and assessment standards for Chartered Accountancy education.
  • Company: Join ICAS, a top professional membership body in accountancy.
  • Benefits: Salary up to £70,000, excellent benefits, and 60% home-based work.
  • Other info: Collaborate with senior leaders and drive innovation in the profession.
  • Why this job: Shape the future of accountancy education and influence global standards.
  • Qualifications: Chartered Accountancy qualification and leadership experience in curriculum and assessment.

The predicted salary is between 70000 - 70000 £ per year.

Location: Edinburgh (60% homebased)

Salary: Up £70,000 + excellent benefits

Join ICAS, one of the world's leading professional membership bodies, and play a key role in shaping the future of Chartered Accountancy education and assessment. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced curriculum and assessment leader to drive qualification standards, oversee curriculum governance, and ensure assessments remain robust, innovative and fit for the future.

Overview

As a key member of the Learning leadership team, you will lead the development and governance of curriculum frameworks, learning outcomes and assessment standards across the ICAS qualification suite.

Key accountabilities

  • Future focused qualification development
  • Curriculum & learning outcomes governance
  • Assessment framework & standards
  • Stakeholder engagement
  • Leadership of technical assessment team

What we're looking for

  • Chartered Accountancy qualification or equivalent
  • Curriculum & assessment leadership experience
  • Professional body, awarding or HE background
  • Experience of governance & quality assurance
  • Confident leading technical specialists & teams

Why this opportunity

  • Shape accountancy professional standards
  • Influence a globally recognised qualification
  • Lead curriculum & assessment innovation
  • Work with senior leaders across the profession

Head of Curriculum & Assessment employer: Newtons Recruitment

At ICAS, we pride ourselves on being a forward-thinking employer that values innovation and excellence in education. With a flexible work model allowing 60% home-based work, we offer a supportive culture that fosters professional growth and collaboration among our talented team. Join us in Edinburgh to make a meaningful impact on the future of Chartered Accountancy while enjoying competitive benefits and opportunities for career advancement.

Newtons Recruitment

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We think you need these skills to ace Head of Curriculum & Assessment

Curriculum Development
Assessment Standards
Governance & Quality Assurance
Stakeholder Engagement
Leadership Skills
Technical Assessment Leadership
Chartered Accountancy Qualification