Curriculum Manager – A Level Performance and Visual Arts
Passionate about shaping the future of A level Performing and Visual Arts? Join our London-based Further Education team as a Curriculum Manager and lead the development and delivery of outstanding, industry-relevant programmes that shape your students' futures.
About the Role: A Level Curriculum Manager, Performing and Visual Arts (PVA)
As a Curriculum Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving forward our strategic objectives and ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, and learner experience across our A level Fine Art, Textile, Critical and Contextual Studies, Graphics, Photography, Music, Drama & Theatre curriculum and services.
Responsibilities
* Lead the development and delivery of outstanding educational provision.
* Work collaboratively with staff across departments to implement innovative and inclusive practices that support both learners and colleagues to thrive.
* Demonstrate a successful track record of line managing, teaching and support staff, driving performance and accountability.
* Design, plan and deliver high-quality, learner-focused curriculum programmes.
* Maintain a solid understanding of compliance, funding regulations, and quality assurance processes.
* Use data effectively to improve learner attendance, retention and progression.
* Manage budgets and resources to ensure cost-effective and high-impact delivery.
* Prepare for and contribute to internal and external audits, inspections (e.g. Ofsted), and quality reviews.
This role is offered on a full-time, fixed-term basis until 05/01/2027.
About the Team
Joining a high-performing and forward-thinking leadership team, working closely with colleagues across CCC to deliver on our shared goals. The role will involve line management of 10 staff, teachers and technicians, supporting their development and fostering a culture of excellence, collaboration and continuous improvement. As part of our senior leadership structure, you will contribute to shaping the strategic direction of the college and ensuring its delivery through effective leadership, innovation and operational oversight.
About You
You’ll be an inspiring and experienced leader with:
* Proven success in leading teams or departments within an educational or comparable setting.
* Deep understanding of curriculum design, quality assurance and student achievement.
* Strong strategic thinking, communication and people management skills.
* A collaborative mindset and the ability to build effective partnerships internally and externally.
* A commitment to creating inclusive and empowering learning environments.
* A proactive, strategic mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and learner success.
* A relevant teaching qualification and leadership training (or willingness to obtain these) with experience in A-level/Sixth Form schools or colleges.
You’ll be passionate about shaping education that changes lives and ready to contribute meaningfully to the long-term vision and success of the organisation.
About Us
Capital City College (CCC), one of the UK’s largest FE colleges, is seeking to appoint a Group Principal. This influential group supports over 35,000 students based across 12 London campuses annually to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management. Capital City College is widely recognised for its commitment to diversity, inclusivity and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond.
Why Join Capital City College?
Benefits
* Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
* Access to TELLUS – our discount and wellbeing platform
* Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme
* Interest-free season ticket loans for public transport
* Annual eye tests and contributions towards spectacles
* Flu vaccinations and access to occupational health services
* Medicash health plans – including cashback on everyday medical expenses and wellbeing tools for you and your family
* Generous annual leave entitlement, including one Relaxation Day per year
* Five Continuous Professional Development (CPD) days which can be used for your professional development
Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone. CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check – with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.
Our Values
To create a future that’s uniquely yours. As the largest further and higher education college in London, we offer the quality you deserve, state of the art facilities and a wide range of courses as unique as your aptitude. Through partnerships with industry and academia, we open doors to your real-world success.
Seniority Level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment Type
* Full-time
Job Function
* Education and Training
Industries
* Education
Apply now to bring your expertise as a A level Curriculum Manager to one of London’s leading Further Education providers—drive excellence, shape curriculum, and make a lasting impact on learner success!
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