Assistant Manager: Education
hace 3 días
Brinklow
Lead a team that transforms livesWere looking for a motivated and experienced Assistant Manager to support the delivery of high-quality education within a prison environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to step into a leadership role where you will help drive performance, support your team, and ensure learners receive an outstanding education that supports rehabilitation and future employability.Working as part of the senior management team, youll support the Education Manager and play a key role in shaping curriculum delivery, improving outcomes, and maintaining high standards across the provision.What youll be doingLeadership & Operational ManagementSupport the Education Manager in overseeing day-to-day operations of the education departmentLead on curriculum delivery, learner management, and departmental performanceDeputise for the Education Manager when requiredManage learner induction, allocation, and conduct within education settingsBuild strong internal and external partnerships to support learner successWorking across various curriculum areas such as Motor Mechanics, Art, P&D, Music, Media, PSD etcCurriculum & PerformanceDrive improvements in recruitment, retention, achievement, and satisfactionSet and monitor staff targets in line with KPIs and contractual requirementsSupport development of a standardised curriculum aligned to learner and employer needsWork with awarding bodies to ensure qualifications meet quality standardsQuality Assurance & ImprovementLead on quality assurance and continuous improvement within your curriculum areaManage IQA/EQA processes , observations, learning walks, and deep divesContribute to the Self-Assessment Report (SAR), Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), and budget planningUse data (including MoJ MI systems) to review performance and drive improvementsCoach and support staff to improve teaching and learning practicePeople Management & DevelopmentManage and support teaching and support staff through appraisal, probation, and CPDMentor and induct new staff, promoting a positive and high-performing cultureCoordinate CPD opportunities based on quality reviews and performance outcomesSupport recruitment activity to ensure roles are filled efficientlyCompliance & DeliveryEnsure all delivery meets Ofsted, MoJ, and organisational standardsPromote safeguarding, equality, and inclusionComply with all prison security requirementsDeliver teaching sessions where requiredSupport wider operational needs, including class coverWhat were looking forEssentialTeaching qualification (Level 5 or above)Maths and English Level 3Internal Quality Assurance qualification (or willingness to achieve)Significant teaching experienceExperience managing staff, curriculum delivery, and performance improvementStrong leadership, communication, and organisational skillsKnowledge of OFSTED EIF frameworkCommitment to reducing reoffending through educationDesirableLevel 5 Operations/Departmental Manager qualificationExperience in prison or adult education settingsWhy join us?Play a key leadership role in delivering education that supports rehabilitation and life changeDevelop your career within a supportive and ambitious management teamHelp shape high-quality provision that improves learner outcomesAccess ongoing professional development and leadership opportunitiesOur valuesWere looking for leaders who demonstrate:Customer First improving lives through educationTrue North acting with integrityOwn It taking accountabilityImprove to be the best striving for excellenceThink big and take risks driving innovationDeliver Results achieving high standards every dayApply nowIf youre ready to take the next step in your leadership career and make a meaningful difference through education, wed love to hear from you.TPBN1_UKTJ