Kingston College
Curriculum Manager – Performing & Production Arts
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Creative Industries School Curriculum Manager
The Creative Industries School at Kingston College is seeking an experienced educator with specialist knowledge and practical expertise in one or more areas of the Performing and/or Production Arts industry.
To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is fully in line with the job specs as found below.
About the Role
As Curriculum Manager, you will provide strategic and operational leadership and play an active role as a member of the School Management Group (SMG). Alongside fellow SMG members, you will ensure the effective implementation of college policies and procedures, including student progress monitoring, staff appraisals, and the consistent delivery of high-quality teaching and learning.
Responsibilities
- Lead curriculum development and growth, adapting course offerings in response to industry demand.
- Ensure full compliance with funding regulations.
- Act as a Safeguarding Officer for the School.
- Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in using College systems, alongside a thorough understanding of institutional policies and procedures.
Requirements
- Degree or equivalent in an applicable performing and/or production arts subject.
- Management qualification (or willing to work towards).
- Recognised as an effective teacher, you will hold a teaching qualification.
- Proven track record of improving and managing a high-quality curriculum.
- Sound knowledge of performing and production arts curriculum and a firm grasp of current and impending national changes.
- Proven record of effective curriculum development and growth.
- Demonstrable leadership and management skills.
- Previous experience in the context of curriculum and staff management.
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Benefits
- Eligible for any increase in salary as a consequence of the annual cost of living review that will be implemented in the new academic year.
- Generous annual leave of 37 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year.
- Additional 5 days Wellbeing leave to enhance employees’ physical and mental health.
- Excellent pension scheme that receives a significant financial contribution from the employer (Teachers Pensions or Local Government Pension Scheme).
- Subsidised sports facilities and professional development and training.
- Salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.
Equal Opportunities
South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, and marriage and civil partnerships.
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Due Diligence
As part of our due diligence checks on prospective employees, successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search, and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.
About South Thames Colleges Group
The South Thames Colleges Group is made up of Carshalton College, Kingston College, Merton College, and South Thames College, which merged on 1 August 2017. South Thames Colleges Group is one of London’s largest providers of post-16 education and training and is an ongoing and significant contributor to its local communities. We aim to put students’ success at the heart of everything we do.
We are looking for hard-working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.
Closing Date
Closing date for the return of completed applications is 3rd July 2026.
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