Assistant Manager - Vocational Education

Job description

Job Role: Assistant Manager - Vocational Education
Location: HMP Brixton
Salary: From £35,000 per annum plus £5,000 London Weighting
Contract: Permanent, full-time

Role Overview
We are recruiting an experienced and motivated Assistant Manager - Vocational Education to support the delivery of high-quality learning within a custodial environment at HMP Brixton.
As Assistant Manager - Vocational Education, you will support the Education Manager in overseeing the vocational curriculum, ensuring it meets the needs of learners and aligns with employer demands. You will play a key role in driving quality, performance and innovation across the provision, leading and supporting tutors to deliver engaging and effective learning.
This is an excellent opportunity for a strong teaching professional or existing curriculum lead who is passionate about improving learner outcomes and confident managing quality, performance and development within an education setting.

Key Responsibilities
Curriculum Leadership & Development

• Support the management and development of the vocational curriculum
• Ensure curriculum delivery meets learner needs and employer expectations
• Drive continuous improvement across teaching, learning and assessment
• Support curriculum planning, delivery models and programme development

Quality Assurance & Improvement

• Lead on quality assurance processes across the vocational provision
• Monitor and evaluate teaching, learning and assessment standards
• Identify areas for improvement and implement effective action plans
• Ensure delivery aligns with quality frameworks, targets and performance indicators

Staff Management & Development

• Support, coach and develop tutors to improve performance and learner outcomes
• Promote innovative and engaging teaching practices
• Monitor tutor performance and contribute to appraisals and development plans
• Foster a positive, collaborative and high-performing team environment

Performance & Delivery

• Support achievement of key performance targets and contract KPIs
• Monitor learner outcomes including retention, achievement and progression
• Ensure an effective and consistent learner experience across provision
• Report on performance and support continuous improvement initiatives

Essential Criteria

• Relevant degree or professional/vocational qualification
• Recognised teaching qualification
• Significant teaching experience within vocational education
• Experience managing curriculum delivery and quality processes
• Experience leading or supporting teaching staff to improve performance
• Strong understanding of quality assurance frameworks and performance targets
• Excellent communication, leadership and organisational skills
• Full UK driving licence and access to own vehicle

Desirable Criteria

• Experience working within a custodial or secure education environment
• Previous experience in a curriculum leadership or management role
• Experience managing change and driving curriculum innovation
• Knowledge of employer engagement and labour market requirements

Personal Attributes

• Motivated, inspirational and learner-focused
• Proactive with a strong problem-solving approach
• Resilient and adaptable in a dynamic environment
• Professional, confident and supportive leadership style
• Committed to continuous improvement and high standards

Additional Information

• Role is based on site at HMP Brixton
• Appointment subject to relevant security clearance and background checks
• Flexibility required to meet operational and delivery needs

How to Apply
For more information or to apply for the Assistant Manager - Vocational Education role, please contact:
Robert Rowe 07935 141342

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Brixton Hill

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

06-06-2026

Profession type

Training

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English