Programme Leader
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 29 Mai 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £47,397.00 i £49,026.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 24 Mehefin 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Stockport, Greater Manchester |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Blue Octopus Recruitment Limited |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | TGHR192064 |
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Role: Programme Leader (Access to HE)
Hours: 35 hours per week FTE
Location: Stockport, Stretford and Altrincham
The Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG) has an opportunity for a Programme Leader to oversee and deliver our well-established and successful Access to Higher Education (HE) provision. This role combines operational leadership of the Access to HE programme with delivery in one of the following subject areas: Engineering, Computing, or Science.
The Role
As Programme Leader you will:
• Provide academic and operational leadership for the suite of Access to HE programmes.
• Manage the day-to-day delivery of the programmes, ensuring alignment with awarding body requirements and internal quality assurance processes.
• Lead curriculum development and innovation to meet learner needs and employer/HE sector demand.
• Organise and lead internal moderation and standardisation activities.
• Co-ordinate recruitment and admissions, including liaising with marketing, admissions, and outreach teams.
• Track and support at-risk students, working with support services to ensure positive progression and retention.
• Lead on planning and timetabling for Access to HE provision, working collaboratively with other departments as required.
• Chair assessment boards and ensure accurate preparation and submission of student results for final awards.
• Line manage Access to HE academic staff, supporting professional development and performance review processes.
• Maintain relationships with awarding bodies and ensure compliance with external quality assurance frameworks.
The successful candidate will be required to deliver on an Access and/or Pre Access to HE programme which could include Computing, Engineering or Science, Health Science and Nursing and Midwifery. As part of your role, you will:
• Deliver high-quality, learner-focused education that supports student success.
• Develop and implement engaging teaching and learning strategies.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement.
• Work flexibly and collaboratively within the department and across the Group.
• Uphold the Group’s values and policies, including safeguarding, equality, and health and safety.
About You
Essential attributes include:
A degree in Engineering, Computing, Science, or a related discipline.
A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, CertEd) and significant experience
teaching adult learners.
Experience of managing internal moderation processes and participating in final award boards.
Experience in curriculum planning, timetabling, and staff coordination.
Strong understanding of quality assurance frameworks relevant to Access to HE
provision.
A commitment to inclusive, high-quality education.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A proactive, resilient, and student-focused approach.
A willingness to travel between sites
Desirable attributes include:
Experience with recruitment and outreach for adult education or Access programmes.
Familiarity with awarding body processes
Proven track record in leading or coordinating Access to HE or adult education programmes.
About TSCG – Making a difference, together
TSCG is not just a place to work – it’s a place to belong, to thrive, and to make a difference.
Exceptional Benefits Package
54 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) FTE
Generous company pension contribution of 28.68% FTE
Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidies staff canteen
Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
Tailored Professional Development plan
Free onsite Parking
All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.
TSCG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job, as set out in the job description and person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.
The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the Trafford & Stockport College Group is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with this.
Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on successful candidates.
The role is open to direct applicants only. This role will be closing 10th of June 2025
Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unfortunately not able to respond to each applicant. If you have not been called for interview within 3 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
** This role may close early please submit your application early to avoid disappointment **
Hours: 35 hours per week FTE
Location: Stockport, Stretford and Altrincham
The Trafford and Stockport College Group (TSCG) has an opportunity for a Programme Leader to oversee and deliver our well-established and successful Access to Higher Education (HE) provision. This role combines operational leadership of the Access to HE programme with delivery in one of the following subject areas: Engineering, Computing, or Science.
The Role
As Programme Leader you will:
• Provide academic and operational leadership for the suite of Access to HE programmes.
• Manage the day-to-day delivery of the programmes, ensuring alignment with awarding body requirements and internal quality assurance processes.
• Lead curriculum development and innovation to meet learner needs and employer/HE sector demand.
• Organise and lead internal moderation and standardisation activities.
• Co-ordinate recruitment and admissions, including liaising with marketing, admissions, and outreach teams.
• Track and support at-risk students, working with support services to ensure positive progression and retention.
• Lead on planning and timetabling for Access to HE provision, working collaboratively with other departments as required.
• Chair assessment boards and ensure accurate preparation and submission of student results for final awards.
• Line manage Access to HE academic staff, supporting professional development and performance review processes.
• Maintain relationships with awarding bodies and ensure compliance with external quality assurance frameworks.
The successful candidate will be required to deliver on an Access and/or Pre Access to HE programme which could include Computing, Engineering or Science, Health Science and Nursing and Midwifery. As part of your role, you will:
• Deliver high-quality, learner-focused education that supports student success.
• Develop and implement engaging teaching and learning strategies.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement.
• Work flexibly and collaboratively within the department and across the Group.
• Uphold the Group’s values and policies, including safeguarding, equality, and health and safety.
About You
Essential attributes include:
A degree in Engineering, Computing, Science, or a related discipline.
A recognised teaching qualification (e.g. PGCE, CertEd) and significant experience
teaching adult learners.
Experience of managing internal moderation processes and participating in final award boards.
Experience in curriculum planning, timetabling, and staff coordination.
Strong understanding of quality assurance frameworks relevant to Access to HE
provision.
A commitment to inclusive, high-quality education.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
A proactive, resilient, and student-focused approach.
A willingness to travel between sites
Desirable attributes include:
Experience with recruitment and outreach for adult education or Access programmes.
Familiarity with awarding body processes
Proven track record in leading or coordinating Access to HE or adult education programmes.
About TSCG – Making a difference, together
TSCG is not just a place to work – it’s a place to belong, to thrive, and to make a difference.
Exceptional Benefits Package
54 days annual leave (plus bank holidays) FTE
Generous company pension contribution of 28.68% FTE
Onsite Costa Coffee & Subsidies staff canteen
Employee Assistance Programme that extends the supports to your family members
Tailored Professional Development plan
Free onsite Parking
All employees, including senior managers, will normally be appointed to the minimum point of the pay grade for the job. In certain cases, it may be appropriate to appoint to a higher point in the pay grade at the discretion of the Director of HR & Performance due to the candidate’s current salary, experience or qualifications.
TSCG is an equal-opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. As part of our commitment to being a Disability Confident Employer, all disabled applicants who meet the minimum requirements of the job, as set out in the job description and person specification, will be guaranteed an interview.
The Trafford & Stockport College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment at the Trafford & Stockport College Group is subject to an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service) Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service and any post in regulated activity will also be subject to an additional barred list check. The Group will meet the costs associated with this.
Please note that new guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education 2024 requires us to carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on successful candidates.
The role is open to direct applicants only. This role will be closing 10th of June 2025
Please note that due to the volume of applications we receive we are unfortunately not able to respond to each applicant. If you have not been called for interview within 3 weeks of the closing date, you should assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.
** This role may close early please submit your application early to avoid disappointment **