Southwark College, part of NCG, is seeking to appoint an ambitious and experienced Head of Curriculum – Maths to lead and further develop our maths provision for both adult learners and 16–18 study programme students. Based at our central London campus, opposite Southwark Tube station and within walking distance of Waterloo station, this is an exciting opportunity to shape a high-profile curriculum area, lead a committed team, and make a significant impact on learner achievement, progress and progression.
The successful candidate will manage a team of five maths teachers and 2 maths support staff and oversee the quality, performance and development of GCSE Maths and Functional Skills delivery for more than 500 study programme students, alongside an adult maths offer serving approximately 200 learners through daytime and evening classes.
You will be responsible for curriculum planning, staff deployment, timetabling, qualification management and close collaboration with vocational departments to ensure students are well supported to achieve ambitious outcomes. You will also play a central role in improving the quality of teaching, learning and assessment, raising achievement and attendance, and ensuring consistently high standards across the maths provision.
We offer excellent resources and a modern suite of maths classrooms. Our GCSE Maths provision follows the Eduqas specification, while Functional Skills is delivered through Pearson. As part of NCG, one of the UK’s leading college groups, Southwark College offers a collaborative and ambitious environment with a strong commitment to learner success, inclusion and staff development at its central London campus.
We are looking for a motivated and effective curriculum leader with a strong track record in maths education, experience of improving learner outcomes, and the ability to develop and inspire staff. If you have the experience, energy and commitment to drive the next phase of improvement in this important area, we would be delighted to hear from you.
This is a one year fixed term contract.
Safeguarding
NCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. All roles are subject to pre-employment checks, including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check with a check of the children’s barred list, where applicable.
Why work with us?
At NCG, we’re more than a group of colleges - we’re a community of educators and professionals working together to make a difference. We’re proud to be rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted, reflecting our commitment to high-quality teaching, learner support, and continuous improvement. We invest in our people, our facilities, and our communities - and we’re proud to offer a supportive, inclusive environment where you can thrive.
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:
- Generous Annual Leave
- Flexible Working
- Student Discount
- Government Pension Schemes
- Cycle to Work
- Employee Assistance Programme
For more information, please see our website – Our Benefits
NCG VALUES
Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share.
- Being both inclusive and diverse
- Trusting and respecting our communities
- Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively
- Inspiring excellence and curiosity
For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website – Values and Strategy
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