Assistant Head of Curriculum - Health T Levels & Behavioural Science

Think FE; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 49,000 - GBP 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Newcastle upon Tyne seeks an Assistant Head of Curriculum for Health T levels & Behavioural Science. This role requires a qualified teacher with a relevant degree and proven leadership in curriculum delivery. You will oversee curriculum planning, lead staff teams, and drive performance improvements while directly impacting student success. The position offers a full-time contract with a competitive salary between £49,805 and £54,194 per annum.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified teacher with a relevant degree.
• Proven leadership experience in curriculum delivery.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate curriculum planning to meet learner needs.
• Drive quality improvement through clear metrics.
• Lead teams of lecturers and staff effectively.

Skills

Qualified teacher (PGCE/Cert Ed)

Leadership in curriculum delivery

Excellent communication skills

Data literacy

Digital fluency

Education

Relevant degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Digital teaching tools

Job description

Assistant Head of Curriculum - Health T levels & Behavioural Science

Location: Newcastle

Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: £49,805 – £54,194 per annum

Are you an experienced curriculum leader ready to step into a key leadership role within a forward‑thinking educational institution? This is a rare opportunity to contribute to the strategic direction and operational excellence of a large, successful college in Tyne and Wear. With a strong focus on curriculum quality, staff development, and student success, this role offers challenge, influence, and career development.

The role: As Assistant Head of Curriculum you’ll be central to driving high‑quality curriculum planning, teaching and assessment across several subject areas. Reporting to the Head of Curriculum, you’ll take ownership of day‑to‑day leadership—ensuring your teams meet internal standards, boost learner outcomes and align to national benchmarks. With responsibility for resource management, recruitment strategy and operational oversight, you’ll help shape the curriculum offer to match local and regional priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate curriculum planning to meet learner and strategic needs
• Drive quality improvement and monitor performance using clear metrics
• Lead teams of lecturers, technicians and support staff with vision and clarity
• Deliver high‑impact CPD and performance management
• Support learner recruitment and promote departmental growth
• Maintain up to 430 hours per academic year of direct teaching

What We’re Looking For:

• Qualified teacher (PGCE/Cert Ed) with a relevant degree
• Proven leadership in curriculum delivery and team development
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills
• Strong data literacy and digital fluency (Microsoft 365, digital teaching tools)
• Working knowledge of Ofsted EIF and/or HE Quality Code
• A collaborative, dependable and learner‑focused professional

This college champions a positive and inclusive culture, with high expectations for both staff and students. Your leadership will directly influence the learner experience and educational outcomes, making this a pivotal role in the college’s ongoing success.

Next Steps: Once you’ve applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and we have a simple and concise interview process.