Programme Manager-EDUCATION

Job Description

Programme Manager - Supported Learning Full time permanent site-based role - 37 hours per weekSalary £35, 100 - £43, 200 per annumBased SW London INTERVIEWING NOW - to start January 2024We are currently recruiting for a Programme Manager for Supported Learning. Reporting to the Head of Supported Learning, this is an interesting and varied role which involves providing support to the implementation of the Curriculum strategy with the educationalestablishment and to teach between 500 -720 hours annually within your specialist subject as agreed with the Head of SchoolPerson Specification: The successful candidate will ideally be a Programme Manager with supported learning expertise and possess the following qualifications, skills and attributes:

• Hold a relevant degree or equivalent
• Hold a teaching qualification - e.g. PGCE or level 5 in Teaching and education
• Track record of good or outstanding teaching
• Possess experience in delivering outstanding teaching
• A relevant internal quality assurance qualification/accreditation where applicable or
• willingness to acquire one
• Management training/qualification or evidence of CPD
• To deliver relevant aspects of an operational plan and achieve performance target
• Able to act as a role model for teaching excellence
• Ability to plan and develop new courses, programmes and events that suit the needs of
• the desired audience.
• Ability to successfully consult,influence and undertake delegated tasks
• Able to monitor and implement quality systems
• Able to utilise ICT and understand its use as a curriculum tool
• MS Office skills essential, Proficiency in REMS or similar system is highly desirable
• Experience of successfully achieving deadlines and working without close supervision
• Experience of staff management to include performance management, motivation,
• engagement and development
• Team player

Job Purpose: To support the implementation of the Curriculum Strategy within the School.To ensure the Initial Assessment Systems are effectively implemented to accurately identify learners’ needs for planning and delivery support so that learners can fully participate in learning;To provide supportive line management to tutors within the subject area to ensure that all teaching is good or better,poor practice is eliminated,and that this contributes to outstanding outcomes for learners;To use specialist knowledge, tutor, community and learner views to inform development of the curriculum to meet learner and community need both locally and nationally for the women’s residential offer;To teach on courses in the School and act as a role model for teaching excellence;Learner Support:

• Assess and identify the learning needs and requirements of learners with SEND and develop individualised support plans.
• Provide guidance and support to learners, ensuring their emotional, academic, and social well-being.
• Implement strategies to promote independence and self-advocacy skills among students with disabilities.

Teaching and Learning:

• To teach between 500-720 hours depending on learner needs and numbers hours annually within specialist subject, as agreed with Head of School.
• To lead by example in implementation of ILT, promotion of Equality and Diversity, embedding of English and maths in vocational subjects, and innovative and inspiring teaching practice.
• To manage qualification provision to ensure compliance with Awarding Organisation regulations, pedagogical best practice, and excellent outcomes which are above national benchmarks.

Quality Management:

• To monitor in-year performance of learners and courses, and take appropriate action to ensure outstanding outcomes for learners, which on qualification provision are above national averages;
• To ensure that staff within the course team mark registers, keep required records, and collect information about satisfaction and progression;
• To participate in Observation of Teaching, Learning and Assessment processes;

Learner Management and Customer Service

• To manage the learner journey with a strong focus on customer need and satisfaction.
• To ensure that learners are supported to succeed.
• To appropriately manage behaviour and attendance according to learner needs.
• To provide course information and advice, including information about progression.

Cirriculum Development:

• To contribute to the creation of the curriculum offer, ensuring innovative and flexible course content and delivery models which meet the needs of all learner groups, including those with support needs, and younger learners;
• Work with the Head to Design a curriculum that addresses diverse learning abilities, ensuring accessibility and inclusivity.
• Collaborate with teachers to create engaging and effective teaching and learning materials.
• To carry out aspects of the School’s marketing plan as directed by the Head of School, and to organise and participate in promotion, enrichment and celebration of achievement events for the school.This may involve working with partners in other parts ofthe country to develop a residential offer, as directed by the Head of School.
• Take part in the College’s Induction, Probation and Appraisal processes, ensure objectives are set and reviewed and training and development needs are identified for staff.
• Ongoing performance management to ensure staff have clear expectations of their roles and responsibilities and under performance is promptly and appropriately addressed using the relevant College procedures.
• Take part in the College’s disciplinary and grievance procedures as and when required through conducting investigations or chairing hearings.

Staff Management:

• Take part in the College’s Induction, Probation and Appraisal processes, ensure objectives are set and reviewed and training and development needs are identified for staff.
• Recruit, train, and supervise teaching and support staff, ensuring they are equipped to provide effective assistance to learners with SEND.

Keyskills :
Adult EducationQuality AssuranceSARTeachingREMSProgramme Management