Programme Leader

Programme Leader - SpaldingJob type - Full time, PermanentSalary - £30,326 to £32,656 per annumHours - 40 hours per weekLocation - Nacro Education Centre, SpaldingWe are Nacro. We see your future, whatever the past.We believe that everyone deserves a good education, a safe and secure place to live, the right to be heard, and the chance to start again, with support from someone on their side. That’s why our housing, education, justice and health and wellbeing services work alongside people to give them the support and skills they need to succeed. And it’s why we fight for their voices to be heard and campaign together to create lasting change.At our education centres, you won't just teach content, you'll change lives!With 11 intimate community-based Education centres across England, we take an individualized approach to helping young people overcome challenges and realize their potential. Our small classes and flexible learning models meet students where they are. In addition, our collaborative team supports learners holistically while you focus on instruction and your development within Nacro. Moreover, with less emphasis on rigid scheduling and marking, you can find a healthy work-life balance.To learn more about Nacro please click hereWhat we offer:Pension Scheme.BHSF health cash plan which offers benefits on different levels of cover.Season Ticket loans - If you use public transport to commute to and from work.Reimbursement of eye tests - claim the cost of a sight test back from Nacro every two years.Learning and development - Nacro offers all staff the opportunity to develop within their role, and progress through the organisation, via different platforms, through the organisation.Supportive, experienced staff on site, to assist with training, development, and mentoring.A solid, achievable, demonstrable career pathPlease click here for further details on Nacro's excellent benefits.Who are we looking for?We have recently expanded our leadership team with the creation of a Programme Leader role based at our education centre in Spalding. This is key for leading the planning and implementation of a high-quality curriculum that effectively prepares all learners to be successful in their intended next steps (such as higher education, employment, or apprenticeships).We are a well-established team, and we play a vital role in supporting the young people in the local community. Through the challenges and victories, we are in this together. Come write a new chapter where character and compassion shape young minds.What will I be doing as a Programme Leader?The Programme Leader will work in close partnership with the Head of Curriculum and Engagement to plan, develop and maintain an engaging learning environment and to provide line management to delivery staff whilst maintaining a fractional teaching responsibility.Duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:Provide consistently high-quality teaching, learning and assessment that models Nacro’s high standards and aspirations and leads to excellent outcomes for all learners.Ensure that all learners receive appropriate and effective support, advice, and guidance throughout their programme, including pastoral and academic support where needed.Provide effective line management of the programme team, ensuring that all employees are clear on their roles and responsibilities, and that team members are appropriately supported and developed.Support the development and maintenance of the learning environment including in relation to facilities and resources to ensure a high-quality, industry standard learning experience.Work in close partnership with the Head of Curriculum and Engagement to develop and implement a high-quality, innovative, and responsive curriculum that meets the needs of learners and employers.Ensure that the curriculum is delivered effectively and efficiently by employees, using a range of appropriate teaching and learning strategies, technologies, and resources.Essential requirements for this role:English and mathematics qualifications at level 2 or above.Knowledge and experience of quality and regulatory frameworks and practices including Ofsted’s Education Inspection FrameworkSignificant experience of delivering teaching, learning and assessment to young people in the Further Education and Skills sector. The ideal candidate will have a QTS, a PGCE or a DET L5 teaching qualification.Knowledge and application of contemporary teaching theory and practice.Experience of curriculum design and development.Knowledge of the Further Education and Skills sector and the related funding and regulatory frameworks.Experience of collaborative working and joint practice development to drive and inform continuous improvement.Experience of coaching, mentoring and/or supporting employees to drive improvement and development.Strong understanding of safeguarding policies and procedures, including legislation and guidance, and the ability to apply this knowledge to ensure the safety and wellbeing of learners, particularly those who may be vulnerable or at risk.Enhanced DBS - Adult & Child barred list.An IQA assessor qualification is preferred.What are the next steps?Please click on the ‘Apply now’ button to apply online Or kindly contact Zoe Whitmore on (url removed) for more information
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