Job Title: Curriculum Manager – Joinery and Painting & Decorating
Location: Durham, County Durham
Salary: up to £42,000
Contract Type: Permanent 
Start Date: ASAP 

About Us:
The Protocol Group is working with a high-performing and financially outstanding further education college to find an exceptional Curriculum Manager for Joinery and Painting & Decorating. This college is dedicated to continually investing in state-of-the-art facilities and resources to benefit its students, including the innovative new development, T.H.E HUB.

The college is one of the leading Further Education providers in the region, remaining at the forefront of new initiatives, such as being one of the few institutions to offer the new T-Level programmes. The college focuses on providing top-tier training and education that creates the best outcomes for students, equipping them with the competitive edge needed in their chosen industries.

The Role:
We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Curriculum Manager to lead and manage the Joinery and Painting & Decorating curriculum areas. This exciting opportunity is ideal for a dedicated professional ready to shape and lead a team in delivering high-quality education and training within a modern, well-resourced environment.

In this role, 50% teaching will be expected, which is comprised of 12 hours per week of classroom-based teaching. The remaining time will be spent on management responsibilities, curriculum development, and team leadership.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the Joinery and Painting & Decorating curriculum areas, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment.

• Line manage and support a team of lecturers and support staff, fostering a collaborative and performance-driven culture.

• Drive curriculum development, ensuring alignment with national and regional priorities, as well as industry standards.

• Ensure compliance with awarding body requirements and internal quality assurance processes.

• Efficiently manage departmental budgets and resources.

• Foster strong relationships with employers to enhance curriculum relevance and improve employer engagement.

• Oversee student recruitment, retention, achievement, and progression.

• Deliver 12 hours per week of teaching as part of a 50% teaching commitment, while balancing management and leadership responsibilities.

Essential Requirements:

• A recognised teaching qualification (e.g., Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent).

• A Level 3 qualification or above in Joinery, Painting & Decorating, or a related trade.

• Proven experience in teaching and curriculum development in a further education or training environment.

• Strong leadership and management experience in an educational setting.

• Excellent knowledge of current developments in vocational education and the construction industry.

• Outstanding organisational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Desirable:

• Experience managing curricula at programme lead or coordinator level.

• Assessor and/or IQA qualifications.

• Experience working with apprenticeships and work-based learning.

What We Offer:

• A supportive and inclusive working environment at a leading FE institution.

• Continuous professional development opportunities.

• Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.

• Access to modern facilities and resources, including the innovative T.H.E HUB.

For an informal discussion about the position, please contact Ruth Sprawson on rsprawson@protocol.co.uk with a copy of your updated CV for a confidential conversation or call her on 0115 911 1255.