Curriculum Leader, Sport and Science

South Essex College Group; Southend-on-Sea; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking a Curriculum Leader for Sport & Science to join their Southend City campus. In this key role, you will provide operational leadership, develop innovative curricula, and enhance the student experience. The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a strong understanding of Further Education, driving excellence through effective leadership and teamwork. This position also offers generous benefits including 40 days of annual leave and a Teachers' Pension Scheme.

Benefits

40 days annual leave

Bank holidays + college closure days

Teachers’ Pension Scheme – generous employer contribution

Employee Assistance Programme

Continued Professional Development opportunities

Free breakfast at campuses (term time only)

Free parking (with permit)

Access to additional benefits (varies by campus)

Qualifications

• Experience in leading and supporting a team in education.
• Commitment to professional development and innovation in teaching.
• Strong understanding of Further Education priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead a dedicated team to deliver high-quality teaching.
• Ensure effective curriculum planning for learner success.
• Enhance the student experience through positive leadership.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Teaching techniques

Industry insight

Job description

The details for the selected vacancy are shown below.

Advert Title: Curriculum Leader, Sport and Science

Job Summary: Join Our Team as Curriculum Leader for Sport & Science. Location: Southend City Campus. South Essex College is excited to offer a fantastic opportunity for an inspiring and dynamic Curriculum Leader of Sport & Science to join our Southend City campus. In this pivotal role, you will help drive the operational leadership, development, and performance of our Sport & Science curriculum. Working closely with the Head of School and Southend City Management Team, you will play a key part in shaping innovative and ambitious programmes that deliver an outstanding learner experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a dedicated team to deliver high-quality, engaging, and forward-thinking teaching, learning and assessment.
• Champion excellence by modelling outstanding practice within your own teaching specialism.
• Oversee effective curriculum planning to ensure all learners progress, achieve and exceed expectations.
• Enhance the student experience through positive leadership, ensuring learners feel supported, motivated, and equipped for the future.
• Bring current industry insight and a clear understanding of national priorities within Further Education to support skills development and learner success.

Qualifications

We are seeking a committed and enthusiastic individual who thrives on developing others, embracing innovation, and raising aspirations. If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear about your experience, achievements, and professional strengths through our online application platform.

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave
• Bank holidays + college closure days
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme – with a generous 28.68% employer contribution
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Continued Professional Development opportunities
• Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only)
• Free parking (with permit)
• Access to a range of additional benefits including subsidised eye tests, flu jab contributions, gym access, cycle‑to‑work scheme, RAC discounts, and more (availability varies by campus)

Only applications made via our college e‑recruit website will be considered.

Please note: South Essex College is closed for the festive period from Wednesday 24th December 2025, reopening on Friday 2nd January 2026. During this time, emails will not be monitored. If you are having difficulties logging onto our system please email [e-mail] and a member of the team will respond to any enquiries upon our return.

Latest Application Date: 01-Jan-2026