Programme Manager
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Would you like to make a measurable difference in young people’s lives through educational support? Join a passionate team helping pupils reach their full potential.
Position: Programme Manager
Salary: £30,000 per annum (pro rata)
Location: Hybrid with daily travel to schools in Southampton (SO18/SO16) and termly travel to London
Hours: Part-time (up to 3 days/37.5 hours per week)
Contract: Fixed term
Closing Date: 16th July 2025
Interview Date: Week beginning 21st July
Start Date: September/October 2025
About the Role
As Programme Manager you will oversee the delivery of an impactful tuition programme across a group of Southampton schools. This is a fantastic opportunity to combine your educational experience with programme and people management responsibilities in a mission-driven organisation.
You’ll work directly with pupils, tutors, and school staff to ensure sessions run smoothly and have real impact, helping young people double their expected progress.
Key responsibilities include:
Planning, organising, and facilitating weekly in-school tuition sessions (term time)
Designing and delivering tutor and volunteer training
Ensuring safeguarding and wellbeing procedures are followed
Analysing programme data, reporting on outcomes, and recommending next steps
Building and maintaining school partnerships
Contributing to curriculum development and programme improvement
Supporting organisational growth and managing specific projects
About You
We’re looking for someone who combines educational experience with excellent organisation, people skills, and a genuine passion for improving pupil outcomes.
You will need:
QTS and experience in classroom or youth settings
A degree in any subject and a strong academic background
Strong organisational and data analysis skills
Confidence working independently and taking ownership of outcomes
Excellent communication skills with young people and professionals
A commitment to safeguarding and child protection
Desirable:
Volunteer or project management experience
Experience with Key Stage 3 or 4 exam preparation
A driving licence and access to a car
About the Organisation
The organisation works to reduce the widening attainment gap in education by helping underachieving disadvantaged pupils double their expected progress, build confidence and resilience, and improve their future prospects. We do this through inspirational volunteer tutors, with the support of qualified teachers and facilitators.
Other roles you may have experience of could include: Education Project Manager, Programme Lead, Head of Tutoring, Learning Mentor, Secondary Teacher, School Partnerships Manager, Outreach Programme Coordinator.
Apply today to join a values-driven organisation creating real change in education.
PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the organisation.