At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and develop transformative education programmes in a prison setting.
- Company: Join a mission-driven organisation focused on rehabilitation and employability.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and leadership opportunities.
- Other info: Dynamic role with the chance to innovate and improve educational outcomes.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in learners' lives and shape education strategy.
- Qualifications: Teaching qualification and strong leadership experience required.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
We are looking for an experienced and inspiring Education Manager to lead and develop education provision within a prison setting. This is a senior leadership role where you will drive quality, performance, and innovation, helping learners gain the skills, confidence, and qualifications needed for successful reintegration into society.
You will play a critical role in shaping education strategy, improving outcomes, and leading a high-performing team focused on rehabilitation and employability.
- Develop and deliver the prison's education strategy aligned to organisational and government priorities
- Lead curriculum planning to meet diverse learner needs
- Operational Management
- Oversee the day-to-day delivery of all education programmes
- Monitor performance against KPIs, contractual targets, and quality standards
- Quality Assurance & Improvement
- Implement robust quality assurance systems
- Monitor teaching, learning, and assessment through observations and audits
- Analyse learner data (achievement, attendance, progression) to drive improvement
- Lead self-assessment and quality improvement planning
- Lead, motivate, and develop education staff to achieve high performance
- Deliver performance reviews, supervision, and CPD support
- Support talent development and succession planning
- Build strong relationships with prison leadership, partners, employers, and awarding bodies
- Represent education services at meetings, inspections, and external reviews
- Ensure full compliance with security, safeguarding, and regulatory requirements
- Lead preparation for inspections, audits, and reviews
- Promote education that reduces reoffending and supports long-term outcomes
Requirements:
- Teaching qualification (Level 5+ or equivalent, e.g. Internal Quality Assurance qualification (or willingness to achieve)
- Strong leadership and people management experience
- Proven experience in curriculum development and quality improvement
- Experience managing performance and leading teams to achieve results
- Knowledge of OFSTED EIF framework and quality standards
- Experience working in prison, adult education, or with disadvantaged groups
- Knowledge of current education and training initiatives
- Shape strategy and influence education at a senior level
- Access ongoing professional development and leadership opportunities
If you are a driven education leader with a passion for making a difference, we would love to hear from you.
Higher Education Manager in Ashbourne employer: PeoplePlus
As a Higher Education Manager within our innovative prison education programme, you will be part of a transformative work culture that prioritises rehabilitation and personal growth. We offer competitive benefits, ongoing professional development, and the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in making a meaningful impact on learners' lives. Join us in a role that not only shapes educational strategies but also fosters a supportive environment where your leadership can truly change lives.
