The Role:
We are seeking an ambitious and experienced educational leader to join our senior leadership team as Deputy Group Curriculum Director – Teacher Education and Management Development. In this influential role, you will help drive the strategic growth, quality and innovation of our provision across multiple campuses.
Working closely with the group Curriculum Director, you will play a pivotal role in developing high quality programmes, building strategic partnerships and ensuring exceptional learner outcomes while supporting the College’s wider strategic objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the strategic leadership and development of Teacher Education and Leadership & Management Development provision.
Build and maintain strong partnerships with universities, employers, awarding bodies and sector specialists.
Drive curriculum innovation and develop programmes that respond to employer demand and emerging sector needs.
Lead on quality improvement, self-assessment and performance management to achieve outstanding learner outcomes.
Support the achievement of income growth targets through programme expansion and commercial opportunities.
Manage and develop staff, fostering collaborative and high-performing teams across campuses.
Teach up to 6 hours per week, maintaining direct engagement with curriculum delivery and learner experience.
Deputise for the Group Curriculum Director when required
Who You Are:
A degree and appropriate professional teaching qualification.
Significant experience of curriculum management within Further Education, Adult Education or Higher Education.
A successful track record of improving learner outcomes, quality standards and staff performance.
Experience of managing and delivering programmes from Level 3 to Level 7.
Strong knowledge of Teacher Education, professional qualifications and leadership and management development within the FE sector.
Excellent leadership, communication, stakeholder management and people development skills.
The ability to use data and performance information to drive continuous improvement.
What We Offer:
Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
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.
About New City College:
New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.
Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.
Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.
We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.
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 check, along with a check of the Children’s Barred List if engaged in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. Failure to make a full disclosure or to provide sight of your DBS certificate may result in the withdrawal of your offer of employment. The College's DBS policy on the recruitment of ex-offenders is available upon request.
New City College - London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.We particularly welcome applications from under represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.