Curriculum Area Leader (Humanities)
📍 Leicestershire
🕒 Part-time – 3 days per week
💰 Competitive salary (pro rata)
Start date August 2026 - End date: TBC
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Curriculum Area Leader to join a dynamic Further Education environment in Leicestershire on a part-time basis (3 days per week). This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious leader to take ownership of a Humanities curriculum area, driving quality, performance, and an outstanding student experience.
The Role
As Curriculum Area Leader, you will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality teaching, learning, and outcomes for learners within Humanities provision.
Key responsibilities include:
- Leading and managing a high-performing Humanities curriculum team, including line management and staff development
- Driving high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment to ensure excellent student outcomes
- Leading on curriculum planning, development, and innovation to meet learner needs
- Monitoring attendance, retention, achievement, and progress data to inform improvement strategies
- Overseeing quality assurance processes, including self-assessment and quality improvement planning
- Managing staffing, timetabling, and resources effectively within the curriculum area
- Supporting learner progression and embedding employability and student development within programmes
About You
We are looking for a candidate who:
- Holds a degree (or equivalent) and a teaching qualification (PGCE or equivalent)
- Has essential experience leading a Humanities curriculum area within a post-16 / Further Education setting
- Demonstrates strong experience in curriculum leadership, quality improvement, and team management
- Has a proven track record of improving student outcomes and driving high standards
- Is confident using data to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement
- Possesses excellent communication, organisation, and leadership skills
Why Apply?
- Part-time leadership opportunity offering excellent work-life balance
- Chance to shape and lead a key Humanities provision
- Join a supportive and forward-thinking FE environment
- Make a meaningful impact on student achievement and progression
If you are an experienced Humanities leader within FE looking for a flexible senior role, we would love to hear from you.