Programme Manager
Permanent
Grade 4 - £34,434 - £41,771
Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
Working 36.5 hours per week
We are looking for a motivated, forward-thinking, and well-qualified Programme Manager to lead the delivery of our Health and Social Care curriculum for adult learners. This pivotal role involves managing a team of dedicated teachers, so proven experience in team leadership and curriculum delivery is essential.
The ideal candidate will bring a strong track record of innovation and excellence in both curriculum development and implementation, along with the ability to inspire and support teaching staff in an education-focused environment.
Expertise in delivering qualifications in Health Care, Social Care, and Early Years is crucial. Your in-depth knowledge and practical experience will ensure the successful delivery of these programmes, helping learners achieve their full potential.
You will hold a recognised teaching qualification and relevant subject-specific credentials. Your skills in assessment practices and Internal Quality Assurance will reflect your commitment to maintaining high educational standards.
Reporting to the Head of Faculty for Vocational Skills, you will collaborate with a team of Programme Managers to design and continuously improve a curriculum that meets the needs of the local community and enhances the quality of learning outcomes.
This is an exciting opportunity to shape and grow a curriculum that prepares adult learners for success in the evolving Care and Education sectors. If you're a visionary leader with a passion for education and a drive to make a meaningful impact, we’d love to hear from you.
Please upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached.
Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.
We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered.
We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.
For informal enquiries, please contact: resourcing@birmingham.gov.uk
We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.
Job Description and Person Specification
We strive to advertise all roles for a minimum of two weeks. However, due to high application volumes vacancies may close earlier than the stated deadline. We encourage you to submit your application without delay to ensure consideration.
