Curriculum Manager in Brighton

Curriculum Manager – Specialist SEND College Location: Brighton Salary: £52,228 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week Contract: Full-time, Permanent Reporting to: Deputy Head of College Line Management: Lecturers Start Date: ASAP / To be confirmed About the Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Curriculum Manager to join a specialist college supporting autistic learners, the majority of whom also have learning disabilities. Learners may also have additional needs including epilepsy, hearing or visual impairments, mental health needs and Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA). The college is committed to preparing learners for life beyond education by developing the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to become more independent adults and achieve a good quality of life. The curriculum is destinations-led and built around four key Preparing for Adulthood pathways: * Independent Living * Community Participation, Friendships & Relationships * Good Health & Wellbeing * Employability Courses are personalised around each learner's aspirations and future goals, ensuring they receive the appropriate knowledge, skills and experiences to support their intended next steps. The Curriculum Manager As Curriculum Manager, you will lead the day-to-day management and quality of the curriculum, ensuring learners receive a high-quality educational offer aligned with the Education Inspection Framework. You will line manage a team of Lecturers and work closely with the Deputy Head of College and wider leadership team to continuously improve the quality of teaching, learning and assessment. You will also work closely with the Employability Manager to ensure effective integration between the curriculum and employability provision. Key Responsibilities: Lead the day-to-day management of the curriculum and curriculum staffing. Line manage Lecturers, including probation, absence management, regular check-ins, induction and training. Mentor and support trainee Lecturers to achieve their teaching accreditations. Ensure appropriate staffing and cover arrangements are in place. Ensure suitable resources are available to support high-quality curriculum delivery. Lead quality monitoring and quality improvement, including teaching and learning observations, moderation and internal verification. Produce quality reports for the college leadership team. Support the Deputy Head of College with the Self-Assessment Report (SAR) and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP). Lead the implementation of agreed quality improvement measures. Lead on timetabling and support curriculum design. Provide teaching cover when required. Support the assessment of prospective learners to determine their ability to meet learning needs. Oversee end-of-term newsletters and Celebration of Achievement events. Develop effective working relationships with residential, operations and wider teams. Work with partner colleges and external organisations to ensure learners have access to appropriate support. Develop relationships with employers, schools and local community organisations. Organise and participate in off-site activities and work placements where required. Maintain up-to-date knowledge of SEND and autism specialisms. Mentor volunteers as required. Maintain a strong commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion. About You The successful candidate will be an experienced education professional with strong curriculum leadership and management experience. You will ideally have: * Previous experience in a curriculum leadership or management position. * Experience of line managing teaching staff. * Strong knowledge of quality assurance and quality improvement. * Experience conducting teaching and learning observations, moderation and internal verification. * Experience contributing to SARs, QIPs and quality improvement processes. * Strong curriculum planning, timetabling and organisational skills. * Experience mentoring and developing teaching staff. * A good understanding of SEND and/or autism. * Excellent communication and partnership-working skills. * A strong commitment to safeguarding and learner wellbeing. The Opportunity This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Curriculum Manager, Curriculum Lead, Head of Curriculum, Head of Faculty or experienced education professional to take on a key leadership role within a specialist SEND setting. You will have the opportunity to influence curriculum quality, teaching and learning, employability and outcomes for autistic learners, while working alongside a highly skilled and dedicated staff team. Salary: £52,228 per annum Hours: 40 hours per week Contract: Full-time, Permanent Annual Leave: 32 days plus 8 bank holidays Reporting to: Deputy Head of College Line Management: Lecturers