Pathway Leader

Job Description

If youre searching for a rewarding and fulfilling career opportunity, look no further. Spencer Clarke Group are working alongside Newham Council to appoint talented Pathway Leader on a Contract basis.As a Pathway Leader youll play a vital role in providing strategic leadership and management to the Curriculum Area to enable it to develop and grow in line with the Our NewhamLearning & Skills Curriculum Strategy and becomea leading provider of lifelong learning in London and beyondThe ideal candidate will be forward thinking, driven and determined to make a difference!If that sounds like you, wed love to hear from you!About the role:Based in Newham (Hybrid), you will be tasked with delivering key strategic objectives:

• Review, plan and develop the curriculum to support the organisations response to national priorities for adult learning, 16-19 study programmes and the organisations work in the local communities, drawing upon the support and knowledge of Pathway Co-ordinatorsas appropriate whilst achieving annual recruitment targets in relation to the relevant organisation key performance indicators (KPIs)
• Ensure effective and efficient management of budgets and other resources and effective deployment and performance management of staff
• Raise standards of learning, teaching and assessment, enhance customer service, retention, achievement, participation and attendance rates to secure an outstanding student experience, drawing upon the support and knowledge of Pathway Co-ordinators as appropriate.
• Contribute to the effective monitoring, review, planning and development of the curriculum, working with the Quality & Curricula Team to ensure it is appropriate and meets students and potential students needs and assists the organisation in meeting itsgrowth and financial objectives.

About you:The successful candidate will have the following skills / experience:

• Extensive teaching expertise and an excellent understanding of pedagogy, including developments related to adult students and 19 year olds.
• External professional networks relevant to the academic disciplines within the organisation and the delivery and development of adult education in London, with the ability to utilise them to facilitate growth.
• A good knowledge and commitment to Safeguarding, Prevent Duty and Health and Safety as it relates to the Curriculum Area
• A good knowledge of equality and diversity matters with a proven track record of promoting diversity within both a curriculum and employment context.
• An appropriate qualification at degree level or above (or equivalent) in a subject relevant to the Curriculum Area.
• An appropriate teaching qualification (DTLLS /PGCE / Cert Ed or Level 5 Diploma in Education & Training or equivalent) plus relevant continuous professional development.

About the companyYoull be working for Newham Council, a high-profile Local Authority focussed on only the best outcomes for its stakeholders and residents.Whats on offer

• Salary: £320-£400+* per day, Inside IR35*will negotiate higher for exceptional candidates, based on experience. Please submit your CV with the rate you require
• Overtime: no options available
• Contract type: 3-6 months minimum, with a high likelihood of extension
• Hours: 09:00-17:00 Monday to Friday

How to apply

• Once your CV is received, if you are successful you will be contacted.
• Due to the extremely high number of applications, it may not be possible to contact every applicant. As such, if you are not contacted please assume you have not been successful on this occasion.

About Spencer Clarke GroupHere at Spencer Clarke Group, we pride ourselves on connecting you with the best career opportunities; our experienced Consultants have extensive market knowledge and will also provide expert career advice along the way.When you join us, you will receive:

• Access to a wide range of temporary and permanent opportunities
• Free DBS checks
• Post Placement Aftercare
• Loyalty reward scheme and regular competitions for our agency professionals

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