Overview
Location: Dunstable
Salary: Between £41,400 and £47,971 per annum DOE and Qualifications
Expires: 13/02/2026 23:59
Role: Programme Manager – Engineering
Location (Employer): Central Bedfordshire College – The Incuba
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time
Right to Work: This is a UK based contract, and you are required to have the Right to Work in the UK. Unfortunately, we’re unable to offer sponsorship and any offer of employment will be subject to evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.
About The Role
We are currently seeking a Programme Manager in Engineering to join our Engineering department at The Bedford College Group. As a Programme Manager, you play an important role in the success of our students through:
* Curriculum Leadership – Lead the development and delivery of engineering programmes that are innovative, industry-relevant, and aligned with employer needs and strategic growth priorities.
* Quality & Student Outcomes – Drive high standards in teaching, learning, and assessment to ensure student success, progression, and achievement exceed national benchmarks.
* Team & Resource Management – Manage engineering curriculum staff, oversee recruitment and development, and ensure consistent application of college policies and performance standards.
* Teaching & Professional Practice – Deliver a fractional teaching timetable in engineering, maintain awarding body standards, and support continuous improvement in pedagogy and learner engagement.
* College-Wide & Statutory Duties – Contribute to cross-campus activities, uphold safeguarding, equality, health & safety, and engage in ongoing professional development to support college-wide initiatives.
About You
* Qualifications & Industry Expertise – Recognised teaching qualification and a degree or substantial experience in an engineering discipline, with credibility in leading subject-specific provision.
* Leadership & Management Experience – Proven success in managing teams within Further Education, including course leadership, performance monitoring, and supporting Ofsted inspections.
* Curriculum & Quality Skills – Strong understanding of quality assurance systems, data-driven course improvement, and the ability to deliver high-quality learning experiences across engineering levels.
* Professional & Interpersonal Skills – Effective communicator and team collaborator with the ability to motivate staff, influence at all levels, and maintain professional standards and boundaries.
* Commitment & Flexibility – Willingness to travel across campuses, adapt working hours, uphold safeguarding and health & safety responsibilities, and engage in continuous professional development.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
Interviews
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Organisational Values
* Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
* Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
* Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
* Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
* Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
* Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
About Central Bedfordshire College
Central Bedfordshire College (CBC) operates campuses across Central Bedfordshire. CBC offers a wide range of modern facilities to prepare students for their chosen career path with excellent transport links and town centre locations.
About The Bedford College Group
The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 and is now a large provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students annually. The Group includes Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College, Tresham College, Shuttleworth College, The Bedford Sixth Form, The Corby Sixth Form, and the National College for Motorsport, along with community Learning Centres.
Safeguarding
The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Group’s policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
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