Curriculum Development Manager – Construction
Salary: £46,043 to £48,845 per annum, plus a 10% recruitment incentive.
Hours: 37 hours per week. Location: Wakefield College.
Here in the Construction team at the Heart of Yorkshire Education group, we're not just teaching – we're creating a dynamic partnership with local and regional employers to provide our learners with an immersive, industry‑rich educational experience.
We want our students to reach their full potential and even exceed their own expectations. As Curriculum Development Manager, you will support the Head of Construction in shaping our curriculum, managing resources, and guiding colleagues, while elevating student outcomes through performance tracking and inspiration, alongside your annual teaching commitment.
Responsibilities
* Assist in planning, reviewing, and developing the Construction curriculum.
* Provide leadership for the development of up‑to‑date materials and resources to support construction curriculum development, teaching, and learning.
* Help improve the delivery of the schemes of work and the assessment, recording, and reporting processes for student achievement.
* Monitor the curriculum area’s performance against Key Performance Indicators, especially in relation to recruitment, retention, attendance, and success targets.
Qualifications
* Relevant degree or professional qualification of equivalent level or equivalent industry experience.
* GCSE in English and Maths A*‑C/9‑4 or equivalent.
* Qualified to a minimum of Level 3 in a relevant Construction discipline.
* Successful experience of teaching within the Construction curriculum.
* Proven track record of improving the learner experience and ability to make accurate judgments about the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment.
* Experience working with relevant external organisations.
We are looking for someone who is supportive, engaging, and can motivate and inspire young people to succeed and achieve their full potential.
Benefits
* Generous Annual Leave – Up to 50 days, including bank holidays and College closures.
* Access to the Teacher’s Pension Scheme with a generous contribution.
* Opportunities to develop, both personally and professionally.
* Annual Staff Recognition Awards and End of Year Celebrations.
* Access to a wide range of high street discounts, including Blue Light Card.
* Green travel options, including Cycle to Work scheme.
Closing date: 5th January 2026. Interview date: To be confirmed. Direct applicants only – no agency CVs.
The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS.
If you are living overseas or have lived/ worked overseas in the last five years, you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have worked/resided in if you are a preferred candidate.
We are proud to be awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver accreditation by the National Centre for Diversity, for our successful implementation of FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion, and Engagement). We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.
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