Job description
Are you an inspiring academic leader with expertise in Social Sciences or Finance?
Newham College is looking for a forward-thinking Curriculum Manager – Social Sciences and Finance to lead a diverse and dynamic programme, including A-Level Business, Economics, Geography, Criminology, and T-Level Business pathways.
You’ll manage a team of talented educators to ensure excellent student outcomes and experiences, with a particular focus on developing the A-level offer at our Sixth Form Centre.
Key Responsibilities:
•Oversee curriculum planning, quality assurance, and performance management.
•Support university progression and employability through enrichment and employer engagement.
•Deliver 7–12 hours of high-quality teaching per week.
•Mentor Honours students and lead workshops to boost academic skills.
•Champion inclusion, learner wellbeing, and continuous improvement.
What we are looking for:
•A degree in a relevant subject and full teaching qualification.
•Experience of leading teams and delivering successful outcomes in A-level settings.
•Enthusiasm for learner progression and curriculum innovation.
Take this opportunity to make a strategic impact and shape learners’ futures in social sciences and business.
Safeguarding of Children and Vulnerable Adults
All employment offers are made subject to checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. These include (some of which are dependent on the role and the individual): Enhanced DBS including Children’s Barred List check, DfE teaching/management Barred List check, on-line searches, overseas criminal record check, evidence of identity and Right to Work in the UK, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promotes the welfare of all learners and expects its staff to share this commitment. You will be required to become familiar with the College's policies, and comply with the requirements to safeguard and protect the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults. All staff are asked to complete mandatory training in relation to KCSIE and other key areas, and to read the relevant policies.
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
The College has a strong commitment to working towards the implementation of equality of opportunity in both service delivery and employment. The College’s mission and strategic objectives directly support this aim. All employees are required to actively support the development, dissemination and implementation of this aim and related policies and programmes.
Recruitment Process The email account you use to apply will be used for all recruitment communication. Please ensure that you use an email account that you regularly monitor.
All application forms must be fully completed, including a full record of education and employment history. Incomplete applications will not be considered for shortlisting.
Closing Date: Thursday 10th July 2025
Interview Date: W/C 14th July 2025
Newham College of Further Education 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.