An exciting opportunity has arisen within our Engineering Department for an experienced, highly motivated, and skilled Programme Area manager. Applicants are invited from an educational department and course management background within Further Education or similar educational/training environment.
Applicants would be able to deliver on Electrical or Mechanical Engineering qualifications.
The successful applicant will manage programmes across a range of full-time, part-time, higher education and commercial for students, typically studying at levels 1 to 3, and levels 4 to 5.
We are looking for an individual with strong digital skills and the ability to lead curriculum innovation, supported by a commitment to continuous quality improvement.
The Programme Area Manager (PAM) role will include working closely with the Director of Curriculum, the other Programme Area Managers and the wider department teaching team.
The PAM will manage, plan and monitor programmes, to maximise resources, funding and learner outcomes, while driving growth in all our programmes including, HE and commercial training.
The PAM will be responsible for programmes of learning and training, ensuring learner progress is tracked and maintained on College IT systems, retention/achievement levels are maintained and improved in line with college targets. As part of continuous improvement, the PAM will develop and implement systems/processes and other improvements to support the management of learning.
Candidates should be able to demonstrate a track record of managing and delivering high quality teaching and learning within the FE sector (or equivalent), along with experience of developing course provision,
knowledge of IV processes are essential, together with the ability to appraise courses using a range of quality and performance indicators.
If this position is of interest and you share our passion to develop individuals and provide the highest quality learning experiences, we would welcome your application.
Essential qualifications:
A bachelor's degree level (or equivalent) in the relevant Engineering subject
A full teaching qualification at level 5 or above
Level 2 in English and Math (GCSE Grade C or above, GCSE Grade 4 or above, or equivalent)
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults and expect all staff to share this commitment. All positions are subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure that is considered satisfactory by the College. If you are appointed you must reimburse the College of the cost of a Disclosure and Barring Service check (previously Criminal Records Bureau). The cost will automatically be deducted from your first salary payment. You are also required to subscribe to and pay for the on line DBS Update Service.