Job title
PC - HE Provision in the Social Science, Counselling & Childhood Studies Section
Job reference

REQ002815

Date posted
04/07/2025
Application closing date
18/07/2025
Location
Paignton
Salary
£39,433 to £43,071 (£19,716.50 to £21,535.50 pro rata)
Package
Plus excellent benefits
Contractual hours
18.5
Basis
Fractional
Job category/type
Academic
Attachments
Blank
Job description

LOCATION: PAIGNTON, DEVON

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking individual to lead the development, coordination, and delivery of a diverse portfolio of programmes within the Social Science, Counselling & Childhood Studies team. This includes, but is not limited to, Higher Level Apprenticeships, Foundation Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees, Micro-Credentials, Short Courses, and Professional Programmes.
As Programme Lead, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the academic direction of the department. You will support HE Leads and lecturers in designing and delivering high-quality, evidence-informed programmes, and bring a strong track record of leading and coordinating teams across Level 4 and above provision.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Academic Leadership: Drive the development and delivery of innovative, industry-relevant programmes. Champion evidence-informed teaching practices and ensure alignment with academic standards and university policies.
• Team Development: Inspire and coordinate a collaborative team culture. Mentor new HE staff, lead CPD initiatives, and chair regular team meetings to ensure consistent communication and high standards across the board.
• Curriculum Innovation: Work closely with employers and industry experts to ensure our curriculum meets current and future sector needs. Draw on your own industry experience to enrich programme content and student learning.
• Strategic Planning: Collaborate with the Head of Faculty to contribute to business planning and curriculum timetabling. Ensure efficient use of resources and a high-quality student experience across all programmes.
• Quality Assurance: Uphold rigorous assessment practices and support the team in delivering engaging, inclusive, and effective learning experiences.
• Research & Scholarship: Engage in applied research and scholarly activity that supports the College’s academic development and enhances your own professional practice.
• Cross-Sector Collaboration: Navigate a range of funding streams and work across both further and higher education to ensure seamless learner progression.
  This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate educator and leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and is committed to delivering outstanding learning experiences. If you’re ready to shape the future of Social Science, Counselling & Childhood Studies education, we’d love to hear from you.

THIS ROLE WILL IS OPEN TO INTERNAL AND EXTERNAL APPLICANTS.

For internal applicants, this advert closes at 12pm on Tuesday 8th July.
For external applicants, this advert closes midnight on 18th July.
To apply and for a full job description please visit the Jobs page of the South Devon College website www.southdevon.ac.uk/jobs. Please do NOT send CVs, we only accept applications via the relevant form on our dedicated recruitment website.
We offer hybrid and flexible working patterns and welcome applications from people who wish to apply using these options.
Please note that you will be required to be in possession of an Enhanced DBS Certificate or be willing to undertake an Enhanced DBS check as a condition of employment at the College.
This College is committed to Safeguarding/Prevent and promoting the welfare of students, including children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The College is committed to applying its Single Equality Scheme at all stages of recruitment and selection. Shortlisting, interviewing and selection will always be carried out without regard to gender, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion/belief, age, pregnancy or maternity leave, or union membership.
Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate the particular needs of any candidate who has notified us of a disability. This may include changing the timing or location of any interview to enable the candidate to attend, providing information in different formats or larger type, etc.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020)