Curriculum Manager - Internal Applicants Only

Please note this position is for internal applications; only current Activate Learning Employees will be considered for this role.

About the role

We are recruiting a Curriculum Manager to join our Lifestyles Faculty on a fixed term (Mat cover) until January 2028 based at Guildford College.

The successful candidate will provide strong leadership in curriculum development and design, creating an engaging learning environment aligned with our Learning philosophy.

Key responsibilities include

• Leading the implementation and continuous enhancement of the curriculum, ensuring alignment with our Learning Philosophy and the learner journey.
• Managing all aspects of curriculum delivery, strong retention, achievement and progression, a confident staff team, and an employer-rich curriculum that prepares learners for work in Surrey's care, early years, hospitality and personal services sectors.
• Supporting the induction and ongoing development of teachers and assessors to strengthen team performance and elevate teaching, learning, and assessment practices-ultimately improving the student experience and outcomes.
• You will lead the day-to-day planning, delivery and quality of study programmes, adult and apprenticeship-linked provision across seven vocational areas..

What do you need to be a successful Curriculum Manager at Activate Learning?

As the curriculum manager, you will have

• Bring proven leadership experience at Faculty Management level, along with a deep understanding of evidence-based teaching, learning, and assessment-and how to evaluate them effectively.
• Have a strong track record of raising standards and learner outcomes. Alongside a teaching qualification, you will demonstrate advanced practitioner skills and leading-edge teaching practice.
• Exhibit an inspiring and authentic leadership style, with excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing abilities.
• Demonstrate the attributes, behaviours, and proven commitment essential to our Learning Philosophy-led culture, where learners and learning are at the heart of everything we do.

Internal applicants - What do you need to do next?

As you prepare your internal expression of interest, make sure you include the below points to make sure your application is as suitable as possible:

• Detail why you would like to be considered for the role
• Explain what skills, knowledge, qualifications and experience you have which make you a suitable candidate for the role
• Detail what attributes you have which make you a suitable candidate for the role

Please upload your expression of interest together with an up-to-date CV as one document.

We highly recommend that you speak with your manager in advance of any interview so that they are aware of your aspirations and can facilitate your progression.

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity, closed vacancies will prevent application form submission.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion or ethnicity. Activate Learning are committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage please contact the talent team directly.