Programme Leader- Digital and Creative

Oldham College • Full-time • Oldham, Greater Manchester, England, United Kingdom • £47,426 - £48,808 / year • 1d ago

ABOUT OLDHAM COLLEGE

Oldham College is one of the largest further education providers in Greater Manchester, supporting thousands of students each year to develop the skills, knowledge, and confidence they need for their future.

We work closely with local employers, universities, and community partners to deliver education and training that meets the needs of our region. Our staff play a vital role in creating a supportive, inclusive environment where students and colleagues can thrive.

Every role at the College contributes to helping people achieve their potential.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and inspiring Programme Leader to join the Digital and Creative team at Oldham College. This role will provide leadership across the Digital Technologies curriculum area, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, assessment, student achievement, and progression.

Working closely with the Head of Faculty, you will support curriculum development, quality assurance, staff mentoring, and continuous improvement activities while ensuring programmes meet the needs of learners, employers, awarding bodies, and the wider College priorities.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate education professional with strong industry knowledge and leadership experience within Further Education or a related setting.

Interviews are planned for week commencing 8th June 2026.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

In this role you will:

Lead and coordinate teaching, learning, and assessment activities across the Digital Technologies curriculum area
Monitor attendance, retention, achievement, progression, and other key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement
Support and develop Programme Tutors to maintain high standards of teaching, learning, and assessment
Lead curriculum planning, assessment processes, standardisation, internal verification, and quality assurance activities
Contribute to learner recruitment, open events, curriculum promotion, and wider College activities, including occasional evenings and weekends
Carry out duties in line with College policies and procedures, including safeguarding and equality commitments

SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

We are looking for someone who can demonstrate:

A recognised teaching qualification at Level 5 or above
Significant industry experience within a relevant Digital or Computing discipline
Experience of leading or coordinating curriculum delivery within Further Education or a similar environment
Strong understanding of curriculum planning, quality assurance, assessment, and verification processes
Excellent communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to inspire and support learners and colleagues alike

WHY JOIN US

We offer a supportive working environment with opportunities to develop and progress. Benefits include:

54 days’ holiday, supporting work–life balance, including 35 bookable days plus bank holidays, efficiency days, and Christmas closure
Pension contributions of 26.48%
Free counselling and wellbeing support
Retail discounts through our benefits platform
Enhanced family-friendly policies
Paid special leave
Training and development opportunities
Free breakfast Fridays
On-site facilities including canteens and a day nursery
Free parking and electric car scheme
Cycle to work scheme

INCLUSION AND FLEXIBILITY

We are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

We are a Disability Confident employer and guarantee an interview to disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria.

We support the Armed Forces Covenant and welcome applications from serving personnel, veterans, and military families.

Flexible working options may be available depending on the role.

SAFEGUARDING

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults.

This role is subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an enhanced DBS check, DfE barred list check, online searches, and references.

It is a criminal offence under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 to apply for regulated activity roles if barred from working with children or vulnerable adults.

USE OF AI IN APPLICATIONS

We recognise that candidates may choose to use AI tools to support their application. If you do use AI, please ensure the information you submit accurately reflects your own skills, experience, and achievements. You may be asked to discuss your application during the recruitment process.

HOW TO APPLY

Please review the job description and person specification and submit your application by the closing date.

Join us and be part of a College where together, we invest in your future.

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