Programme Manager Digital and Creative Technology in Richmond

At RHACC we are looking for a Programme Manager for Digital and Creative Technology. You will be a team player managing the Digital Skills provision within the Richmond Business School. You will report to the Head of Business, Creative and Digital Technology.

As programme manager you will provide line management to established and variable-hours teachers delivering accredited and non-accredited digital and creative technology provision for adults with a range of skills needs, including those with low skills, intending to progress to work or further training, and those in employment seeking career progression. You will work as part of the management team to achieve high standards in teaching, learning and assessment, and high levels of customer satisfaction. You will ensure that quality targets are achieved, and that the curriculum is delivered as efficiently as possible and is current and meets industry needs. You will teach an agreed number of hours annually, and provide a role model of teaching excellence.

About you

You will have excellent computing knowledge and an ability to manage a team of professional Digital and Creative technology tutors at a range of levels and across two sites. Programme Managers design, plan and resource the delivery of courses which stretch and challenge our learners as well as prepare a variety of learning materials, provide guidance to learners on progression options, attend termly meetings and complete course administration. Applicants must hold a Level 5 teaching qualification and have substantial teaching experience and proven management experience. They are also required to have occupational experience with IT and be qualified to at least undergraduate level. An Assessor and Verifier Qualification is desirable, or willingness to work towards this qualification.

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About RHACC

RHACC is one of nine dedicated adult and community colleges in the UK, placing us in a unique segment of the education sector. RHACC was established in 2017 but has roots dating back to 1895, with an emphasis on providing our expertise in learning for wellbeing, skills for life and career development to disadvantaged women, people who have a disability and adults in need of improved wellbeing and career development. This is an exciting opportunity where continued development opportunities are always available.

We also offer a large number of benefits such as:

• Pensions
• UniDays
• Teacher Perks
• Carparking
• Counselling
• Cycle Scheme
• Costco Education
• Season Ticket Loans
• Eye Care Vouchers
• Discounted Software
• Discounted Room Hire
• Discounted Gym Membership

Our Commitment Toward Equality and Diversity

We are strongly committed to ensure a diverse workforce from all backgrounds, culture, and protected characteristics. We believe that this is what helps our entrepreneurial and innovative approach that creates an inclusive College that generates great service and pride in what we do. We would encourage applicants to apply for the position that they have suitable skills for, and we actively encourage applications from underrepresented groups. As a Disability Confident Employer, we offer a guaranteed interview for those applicants that meet the minimal requirements of the vacancy.

Safer Recruitment Commitment

As an education provider, we are committed to our statutory and moral duties in safeguarding our learners. This commitment extends to all applications to work with us, including those that supply to us. All individuals will be required to successfully complete the safer recruitment checks which includes: Enhanced DBS Checks, including barred lists where appropriate, Overseas checks for candidates who have lived abroad in the relevant time period, Obtaining two professional references (one has to be most recent employer), Confirmation of qualifications where requested, Health Check. As part of our recruitment process shortlisted candidates may be subject to online and social media check.