Deputy Group Curriculum Director for A Levels

• Locations

  East London

• Salary

  £65,242 - £73,225 per annum (dependent upon experience)

• Sector

  Leadership & Management

• Type

  Permanent

The Role:

As the Strategic Lead for A Level Provision, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our A Level curriculum. Your leadership will drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment, ensuring our students achieve their highest potential. You will mentor and develop staff, collaborate with key stakeholders, and manage resources effectively to exceed national achievement rates.

Who You Are:

You are a dynamic and strategic leader with a passion for education and a proven track record in driving continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment. You thrive in a collaborative environment and are committed to fostering an inclusive and high-achieving culture. Your ability to mentor and support staff, coupled with your strategic vision, makes you an ideal candidate to lead our A Level provision.

Key Skills and Experience:

• Extensive experience in educational leadership, particularly in A Level provision.
• Strong strategic planning and implementation skills.
• Proven ability to drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Experience in developing and mentoring staff to enhance their teaching methods.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement skills, including working with major employers and funding agencies.
• Strong financial management skills, including budget planning and monitoring.
• Ability to manage resources effectively and achieve income targets.
• Experience in quality assurance processes and curriculum planning.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the strategic development of A Level provision.
• Drive continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Develop and mentor staff to enhance teaching methods.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to improve curriculum delivery.
• Ensure achievement rates exceed national averages.
• Manage resources and achieve income targets.

What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff. Support staff fall under the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.
• Technology Access: Office 365 and Adobe Suite available for personal devices.

The role will be based across campus including Havering 6th Form and BSix in Hackney

For further information please contact Human Resources on 020 7510 7712. E-mail: recruitment@ncclondon.ac.uk.

Application Close:  2^nd March 2025          

Interview Date:     tbc     

The closing date given is a guide only. There may be some occasions where we have to close a vacancy once sufficient applications have been received. It is therefore advisable that you submit your application as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

About New City College:

New City College is a sector leading college group with campuses spanning east London and south-west Essex as well as two language schools. When you join NCC, you’ll join a forward-thinking, dynamic team, sharing best practice to deliver first class education and skills for the benefit of our students and wider communities.

Our college environment is second to none. We boast industry standard facilities and equipment, expert staff and partnerships with other high-profile organisations which all prepare students for progression to higher education or successful careers. Furthermore we make sure we’re a step ahead when it comes to the skills and technology needed for the jobs of tomorrow, so that employers across the region – and nationally – know where to come to update their staff teams’ skills and qualifications.

New City College’s 7-college merger and our combined skills and expertise places us at the forefront of further education in the UK, spanning sixth form education, adult skills, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130m, 20,000 students and 2,000 staff it is one of the strongest and most influential FE organisations in the country.

At New City College we’re proud of our inclusive and diverse staff and student community. We are united in our zero tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we develop our longer-term vision, we will continue to ensure that we invest in our staff and other resources to provide a distinctive offer and excellent, supportive learning environment which meets the needs of students and employers and prepares local people for their exciting future.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an ‘Enhanced’ DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children’s Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove to be unsatisfactory to the College. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to make a full disclosure or provide sight of your DBS certificate then your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College’s DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders which is available upon request.

New City College aims to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from a BAME background.