Curriculum Manager - Engineering & Construction Apprenticeships

Job description

Curriculum Manager - Engineering & Construction Apprenticeships
Permanent
Location: the East of England
Salary: £45,000 per annum
Start date: As soon as possible
About the Role
You'll lead and develop apprenticeship provision across engineering, welding and fabrication, manufacturing and professional construction at an education provider. This is an excellent opportunity for an established curriculum or apprenticeship leader to take ownership of a varied and substantial curriculum area.
You'll provide strong leadership to teaching and support teams, strengthen employer partnerships and ensure programmes meet learner needs, industry requirements and the organisation's performance targets.
Your responsibilities will include:
Leading the development and delivery of high-quality apprenticeship programmes across engineering, manufacturing, welding/fabrication and professional construction.
Managing, motivating and developing staff, including recruitment, performance management, lesson observations and professional development.
Overseeing curriculum quality, teaching, learning and assessment, ensuring strong learner outcomes.
Monitoring recruitment, retention, achievement and progression, using data to drive continuous improvement.
Ensuring apprenticeship provision meets relevant funding, compliance, quality assurance and safeguarding requirements.
Developing new programmes and expanding existing provision in response to employer demand and regional skills needs.
Building and maintaining effective relationships with employers, businesses and external stakeholders.
Managing budgets, staffing and resources effectively, ensuring financial and performance targets are met.
Contributing to the wider apprenticeship strategy and continuous improvement initiatives.
What We're Looking For
Essential:
Proven experience in a Curriculum Manager, Head of Department or equivalent leadership role
A strong background in engineering, manufacturing, welding/fabrication, professional construction or the built environment
Significant experience managing apprenticeship provision, ideally within Further Education or a training provider
Experience leading and developing staff and managing curriculum performance

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

East Kilbride

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

02-11-2026

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