Plumpton College - -1 days remaining
Closing Date 21/09/2026 23:59:00
Ditchling Road, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex BN7 3AE
Up to £43,166 per annum

Plumpton College is seeking an ambitious and passionate Assistant Curriculum Manager – Equine to play a key role in shaping and delivering outstanding equine education.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced equine professional and high-performing teacher who is ready to take the next step into curriculum leadership. Working closely with the Curriculum Manager, you will help drive high-quality provision, support and develop staff, and ensure excellent outcomes for learners.

About the Role

As Assistant Curriculum Manager, you will:

• Design, develop and manage high-quality equine programmes that meet awarding body requirements and industry needs
• Line manage and mentor staff, supporting performance, development and wellbeing
• Deliver and model consistently high-quality teaching, learning and assessment
• Lead on quality improvement activity, including standardisation, internal verification and KPI monitoring
• Support student recruitment, progression, retention and destinations
• Work collaboratively with employers, stakeholders and internal teams to strengthen provision and learner opportunities
• Ensure safeguarding, equality, diversity, health and safety, and student welfare are embedded in all practice

You will also contribute to marketing and recruitment activity, employer engagement, and whole-college events.

About You

We are looking for someone who:

• Holds a degree or professional qualification in equine (or a related subject)
• Has a recognised teaching qualification appropriate to the level of delivery
• Has extensive equine industry experience and strong specialist subject knowledge
• Is an excellent teacher with a track record of good or outstanding practice
• Has the ability to support, motivate and develop a high-performing team
• Is highly organised, adaptable and confident using data and digital systems
• Is passionate about student success, inclusion and safeguarding
• Holds Level 2 (or above) English and maths, or equivalent

Supervisory or team leadership experience is desirable.

More Information: https://teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/jobs/assistant-curriculum-manager-equine