Curriculum Lead – Orchard Hill College, Nightingale Vocational Centre
| Posting date: | 26 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £49,370 to £54,142 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £49,370 – £54,142 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Allowance, subject to salary review plus SEN1 (£2,539) or SEN2 (£4,539) allowance for candidates who meet the eligibility criteria Orchard Hill College offers an additional allowance of £2,539 per annum if you hold QTS, QTLS or have a PGCE. If you have a SEN specific qualification at level 4 or above in addition to QTS, QTLS or a PGCE, then you will qualify for our higher allowance of £4,539 per annum |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 04 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wandsworth, South West London |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Orchard Hill College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
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Summary
This role involves leading on a specific curriculum area, assisting with the development of the curriculum, allocation of resources, supervision and support of staff to ensure effective, learner-centred teaching that meets the needs of adults with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. This will involve working in collaboration with Carers, Therapists and personnel from Social Services, as well as internal colleagues. You will also work with the management team to further develop the College into a valuable resource centre for fellow professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and Develop the Curriculum.
• Ensure High Quality Teaching and Learning.
• Lead, Manage and Develop a team of lecturers.
• Monitor Quality, Compliance and Learner Journey.
• Promote Inclusion, Safeguarding and Effective Communication.
Key Requirements:
• Qualified Teacher or Equivalent
• Experience of teaching students with SLD, PMLD and or ASC and evidence of having high standards of education for all students.
• Experience of leading a team of lecturers and supporting them on areas of the curriculum.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and the ability to promote the safeguarding and well-being of vulnerable students.
Orchard Hill College is an exciting, forward-thinking organisation, and we offer many benefits to attract and keep our staff, contributing towards maintaining and improving wellbeing, and encouraging our required behaviours, achievements, values, and skills. Below is just a selection of the benefits available to our employees:
Rewards & Benefits: Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), both offering life cover and financial protection for your family.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme, Home Electronics Scheme and Car Lease Scheme)
• Employee Wellbeing - We support employee wellbeing with access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave including Employee Assistance Programme, MyGym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme
• Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more)
• Other (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme)
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and Develop the Curriculum.
• Ensure High Quality Teaching and Learning.
• Lead, Manage and Develop a team of lecturers.
• Monitor Quality, Compliance and Learner Journey.
• Promote Inclusion, Safeguarding and Effective Communication.
Key Requirements:
• Qualified Teacher or Equivalent
• Experience of teaching students with SLD, PMLD and or ASC and evidence of having high standards of education for all students.
• Experience of leading a team of lecturers and supporting them on areas of the curriculum.
• Knowledge of safeguarding and the ability to promote the safeguarding and well-being of vulnerable students.
Orchard Hill College is an exciting, forward-thinking organisation, and we offer many benefits to attract and keep our staff, contributing towards maintaining and improving wellbeing, and encouraging our required behaviours, achievements, values, and skills. Below is just a selection of the benefits available to our employees:
Rewards & Benefits: Pathways for progression within the trust, ensuring you can grow and thrive in a supportive and inclusive environment.
• Pension Scheme - you will be enrolled in either the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) or the Teachers' Pension Scheme (TPS), both offering life cover and financial protection for your family.
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Cycle Scheme, Home Electronics Scheme and Car Lease Scheme)
• Employee Wellbeing - We support employee wellbeing with access to counselling, mental health support, generous leave, flexible working, and enhanced parental leave including Employee Assistance Programme, MyGym Discounts, Corporate Eyecare Scheme
• Employee Discounts (Blue Light Card, Costco Membership, Discounts for Teachers, and more)
• Other (Season Ticket Loan and Employee Referral Scheme)
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