Curriculum Lead in English

Job Title: Curriculum Lead in English Location: Coventry College Contract Type: Full‑Time Hours per Week: 37 per week (21 hours teaching) Salary: 47086 About Us Coventry College is a dynamic Further Education provider at the heart of the city offering high-quality vocational technical and professional education to learners of all ages from Entry Level to Higher Education. Since forming in 2017 weve been committed to helping individuals transform their lives and supporting businesses to growstrengthening the communities we serve. Our ambition is to help young people and adults to aspire to change their lives and those of their families. Through strong partnerships and a responsive inclusive curriculum we strive to deliver excellence in teaching and learning that evolves with industry needs and puts learners and employers in the best position for success. Recent investments in facilities including electric vehicle tech construction and digital skills ensure we stay at the cutting edge of industry needs. About the Role The English Department offers qualifications for both adult learners and school leavers studying English as part of their Programme of Study. Adult programmes include Functional Skills qualifications and a GCSE in English Language which is available as either a daytime or evening study option. Many of the school‑leavers undertaking GCSE resits may have had a disrupted secondary education and / or have diagnosed or undiagnosed special educational needs while a significant proportion of adult English learners have English as a second language and have progressed from ESOL programmes. An exciting opportunity exists for a motivated person to join our highly‑dedicated team as a Curriculum Lead in English. This role is ideal for a high performing English teacher who is keen to develop experience in leadership as part of the departments leadership team. It combines teaching English across a range of programmes with leadership responsibility for a specific area of the provision. The successful candidate will be a driven and dynamic individual with a proven ability to provide high quality teaching and learning in English. The ability to inspire learners and drive good classroom standards is essential. Requirements Must‑Have: Hold a Higher Education qualification in a related subject Hold a teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one Experience of teaching English up to GCSE Level Be able to evidence continuing professional development Proven ability to create strong outcomes for diverse groups of learners The ability to lead colleagues in curriculum development and quality assurance activities Nice‑to‑Have: Evidence of effective tracking and monitoring of a wide range of students on a range of different programmes Previous leadership experience What we offer Free on‑site parking including EV charging points Excellent pension scheme with defined benefits (TPS) Generous annual leave entitlement 39 days plus statutory bank holidays Access to continued professional development and training opportunities Employee Assistance Programme for health and wellbeing support Employee discount scheme offering savings on retail travel and more This role is eligible for Blue Light Card (BLC) On‑site refectory serving a variety of food and drink options Discounted hair and beauty treatments at our in‑house salon Staff recognition and award schemes celebrating your achievements A supportive inclusive working environment How to Apply To apply please complete our online application form which is designed in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. Please note that CVs will not be accepted. We do not accept unsolicited agency applications. We will contact preferred agencies if their support is required. #J-18808-Ljbffr