Sandwell College
England
£48,613 - £51,106 per year
Job type:
Full Time, Fixed Term
Start date:
24 November 2025
Apply by:
16 October 2025
Job overview
Sandwell College is seeking a motivated and forward-thinking Curriculum Lead for Employment & Skills to join our Adult Essential Skills team on a full-time, fixed-term contract for the academic year. This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced educator passionate about ESOL and vocational learning, committed to delivering high-quality, employment-focused education for learners aged 19+.
Key Responsibilities:
* Lead the design, planning, and delivery of ESOL Vocational and employment-focused courses for learners from Entry 3 to Level 2.
* Develop strong partnerships with employers, local job centres, and community organisations to create relevant work-based learning opportunities that enhance learners' employability and career progression.
* Provide leadership and guidance to curriculum staff, promoting a culture of excellence, innovation, and collaboration within the department.
* Oversee the development and implementation of innovative schemes of work and resources tailored to diverse learner needs.
* Monitor learner progress and implement effective support and intervention strategies using digital platforms such as ProMonitor, MS Teams and Moodle.
* Lead internal verification, standardisation, and quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with awarding body requirements.
* Support marketing, recruitment, induction activities, and employer engagement events to raise the profile of ESOL employment programmes.
* Act as a key liaison with external verifiers, awarding bodies, and quality assurance partners.
Skills, Knowledge and Expertise:
* Significant demonstrable experience in planning, developing, and delivering outstanding ESOL teaching and learning within vocational or employment-focused programmes (Entry 3 to Level 2).
* Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and manage staff teams.
* Experience liaising with employers, job centres, and community organisations to align curriculum with regional employment needs.
* Ability to analyse learner data, track progression, and implement targeted interventions.
* Proficient IT skills including MS Teams, MS Office 365, and learning management systems.
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to build effective partnerships and support learners' career pathways.
* Understanding of funding and regulatory frameworks relating to vocational and employment education.
* Commitment to maintaining high-quality standards, leading internal verification and standardisation processes.
Benefits:
Top-Tier Salaries – We offer sector-leading pay with some of the most competitive salaries around
Unbeatable Time Off – Enjoy 35-50 days of annual leave, plus 8 bank holidays AND extra time off at Christmas – because work-life balance is essential
Fast-Track Your Career – Take advantage of dedicated development days, career pathways, and talent schemes designed to help you grow and succeed
Cycle to Work Scheme – A healthier, greener, and more cost-effective way to commute
* Exclusive Discounts on Onsite Services – Save on Bliss Hair & Beauty Salon, dog grooming, car health checks, and more
Fitness Perks – Enjoy our college gym facilities or discounted rates at local gyms to keep you feeling your best
Generous Pension Contributions – We invest in your future with 23.68% employer contribution for teaching roles and 21.5% for non-teaching roles
Retail & Travel Discounts – Unlock exclusive savings on high street brands, local transport, cross-country travel. UNIDAYS, Student Beans and Blue Light Discount
Free Will Writing – We've got your back with professional support for your future planning
Free Flu Vaccine – Stay healthy and protected at no cost to you
Wellbeing Support – Access confidential counselling services and wellness platforms to support your mental and emotional health
We Celebrate You – We recognise and appreciate your hard work with awards, recognition events, and celebration days throughout the year.
To apply for this exciting Curriculum Lead role and help shape the future of ESOL employment education at Sandwell College, please submit your CV and cover letter outlining your relevant experience and passion for vocational ESOL teaching.
About Sandwell College
Sandwell College
1 Spon Lane, West Bromwich
West Midlands
B70 6AW
United Kingdom
About Sandwell College
Sandwell College is a great place to work; a large, successful and growing College that has achieved significant success over recent years and has further, big ambitions for its future.
It has two state of the art campuses in West Bromwich accessible through excellent transport links and, following a successful merger with Cadbury Sixth Form College, has an exciting presence in Birmingham.
The majority of the College's full-time students are aged 16-18, studying courses designed to give them skills for the modern workplace in a learning environment fully equipped with a specialist automotive centre, beauty and hairdressing salons, computer suites, construction workshops, engineering and science laboratories, fashion and photography studios, a sports hall and a 170-seater theatre.
Principal
Lisa Capper (MBE)
Values and vision
Sandwell College aims to help students achieve their goals and take their next step, whether that be further progression with the college, Higher Education, or employment and training. It also aims to offer its students first class guidance and support and to do everything it possibly can to help them succeed, driving innovation and quality forward.
Sandwell College's objective is to give young people the best possible transition from school to college and get them into top universities and careers. It is also strongly committed to creating opportunities for its adult learners by working closely with local and regional businesses, both large and small, to help them develop a skilled workforce.
Ofsted
"The large majority of students make good or better progress. Students develop very good personal, social and employability skills that prepare them well for further study and for the world of work. Teaching and learning are good, and often outstanding. Students benefit from the college's excellent teaching, study and social spaces, with very high quality resources and equipment to support learning."
View Sandwell College's latest Ofsted report
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