Curriculum Lead

**Introduction**

As the UK's national fire safety organisation, we work to identify the dangers of fire and help our clients reduce any fire-related risks. With the support of our fantastic team of people, our not-for-profit organisation continues to go from strength to strength, so there is no better time for you to begin a promising career with the Fire Protection Association.

Our people are the heart of our business and are core to our success as a company. We foster a highly collaborative and dynamic culture where everyone has a voice, aligned with our vision - to make the built environment a safer place to live and work. Our team are continuously making a difference in the industry, achieving a sense of fulfilment in the work they do. We offer employees a sense of purpose and a real contribution effect from the work that we do together.

We are excited to announce an opportunity to join our Training Department as a Curriculum Lead. In this pivotal role, you will take ownership of the design, development, and continuous improvement of qualifications and wider curriculum courses. You will lead the creation and maintenance of high-quality learning programmes and assessments, ensuring full compliance with awarding organisation requirements.

**Work Location/Hours**

Home Based (with occasional visits to the FPA Head Office)

08:30 to 16:30, Monday to Friday (35 hours per week)

**Department**

Training Department

**Line Manager**

Deputy Head of Training

**Key Responsibilities**
- Lead the design and development of qualifications, CPD courses, and supporting materials
- Produce learner-focused resources to aid assessment preparation
- Oversee the scheduling and upkeep of all training products and content
- Ensure compliance with awarding organisation requirements across all products
- Embed educational best practice, including in digital and e-learning formats
- Design and maintain the e-learning portfolio, including bespoke client content
- Analyse assessment data to identify trends and drive continuous improvement
- Lead standardisation and support training to upskill internal teams
- Engage with awarding organisations and represent FPA at meetings and events
- Liaise with clients to scope and deliver bespoke training solutions
- Contribute to curriculum KPIs and report on relevant performance data
- Mentor colleagues and share expertise to build team capability
- Stay up to date with industry developments and maintain own CPD

**Key Competencies/behaviours**
- Outstanding written and verbal communication
- Exceptional attention to detail
- Strong organisational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities effectively
- Proactive, positive, and adaptable in a dynamic environment
- Self-aware, with a commitment to continuous improvement
- Passionate about education and creating learning opportunities
- Able to motivate, inspire, and provide constructive feedback
- Values collaboration and the contributions of others
- Skilled in sharing knowledge and supporting team development
- Client-focused, with an understanding of bespoke needs, particularly in fire safety training

**Key Education and experience**

**Essential**
- 2 years’ experience in course development, Teaching and Learning or educational practice
- Relevant IT skills - Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Outlook
- Fire safety awareness or willingness to learn
- E-learning development experience/awareness

**Desirable**
- Level 4 IQA qualification or equivalent
- Experience of Articulate 360

At the FPA we are committed to fostering an inclusive and fair workplace. Our EDI efforts are underpinned by the principles of trust, respect, and equal opportunities for all. You can read more about our commitment to EDI here: Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion | Fire Protection Association (thefpa.co.uk)

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: £27,000.00-£35,000.00 per year

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Free parking
- Gym membership
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday

Work authorisation:

- United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Moreton-In-Marsh GL56 0RH

Application deadline: 21/07/2025