Programme Area Manager – Maths and English

About the Role

The post holder will have responsibility for the curriculum development and operational management of a programme area that includes English, maths and basic ICT at the North Kensington centre for skills. We are particularly interested in applicants with a strong FE background in either English or maths, or both, at GCSE level. Experience managing a team of lecturers is essential. Evidence of involvement in teaching and learning through staff development or research would be an advantage as the current post-holder has overseen two maths research projects: one for GCSE resit students and one for functional skills.

This role includes overseeing and enhancing an engaging and innovative maths and English curriculum for 16–18-year-olds as well as for adult GCSE and Functional Skills courses. The programme area manager will advise students, oversee quality assurance, and manage tutors. Candidates should be familiar with examination board specifications and standardisation. Experience as an exam marker or internal verifier would be an advantage. We are looking for someone who would be able to develop extra-curricular activities for adult students in the Essential Skills department and who can liaise with other curriculum areas to develop learners' employability and educational opportunities beyond the English and maths curriculum.

The post holder will also support the Head of School in providing strategic leadership and management in line with the College's strategic priorities and will contribute to cross-college initiatives to support whole College development. They will contribute to the teaching of programmes/courses within the subject area, with the hours to be taught reviewed on an annual basis by the Head of School as required by the college-wide curriculum plan, up to a maximum of 500 hours.

If you would like to discuss this role in advance of applying, please contact the Head of School via email at Melissa.Score @morleycollege.ac.uk.

About Morley College London

Established in 1889, and with our roots stretching back even further, Morley College London is one of the country's oldest and largest specialist providers of adult education. We provide long-term, sustainable and affordable programmes of lifelong learning across three centres – North Kensington, Chelsea and Waterloo – including 16-19 provision at North Kensington and Chelsea.

As one of only nine Specialist Designated Institutions (SDIs) in the UK, we serve more than 17,000 students through a coherent, student-centred course offer, underpinned by our mission to empower individuals and strengthen communities through education in Arts, Culture and Applied Sciences. Whether studying for personal development and well-being, to gain essential skills (English, Maths, IT), to access higher education, or for career development or change, our vision is for ambitions to be inspired and achieved through learning.

As well as joining a creative, innovative leading London College focused on social justice and providing excellent teaching and learning opportunities for all, there are plenty of other rewards for working at Morley College London:

• Generous annual leave allowance (38 days prorated) plus Bank Holidays
• Christmas closure period
• Excellent pension scheme with generous employer contributions
• Access to an employee retail savings platform, offering significant discounts at most major retailers
• 100% discount on the cost of undertaking a Morley course of your choice
• Season ticket loans and cycle to work scheme
• On site cafeterias
• A busy events calendar, offering you the chance to attend regular Morley creative exhibitions, student awards, dances, concerts and more
• A lovely work environment, surrounded by creative arts, music and friendly, helpful colleagues

How to Apply

Closing date: Friday 19th September 2025 at 9am

Interview date: Week commencing 29th September 2025

Please download the job description and application form below. Please email your application to recruitment@morleycollege.ac.uk

Please note that applicants should apply using the application form and CVs will not be considered. We are happy to accept applications in alternative formats from applicants, who, for reasons of disability, may find it difficult to fill in our standard form. Please contact the People Operations team by e-mail at recruitment@morleycollege.ac.uk  for further details. If you wish to apply for more than one job you will need to complete a separate application form for each position.

Important information 

Morley College London is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children at all times. As such we undertake safeguarding checks on the suitability of all prospective staff, including their online presence and social media accounts. It is a requirement that all successful candidates disclose all social media platform accounts that they hold.

Morley College London is an Equal Opportunities employer. The College aims to reflect the diverse community it serves and welcomes applications from suitably qualified candidates from all backgrounds.

Important Information: The safety and welfare of our learners and staff is extremely important to us and this is why we pride ourselves on our safeguarding procedures. As part of our commitment to safeguarding, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and Social Media background checks. Please note, it is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activities relevant to children.