Weston College is the regional provider for the Prison Education Framework (PEF) across the southwest of England and is now seeking to recruit an outstanding and hightly motivated Assistant Curriculum Manager, to assist in delivering an innovative and relevant curriculum that meets the PEF contract requirements at HMP The Verne.

Day to day duties

• Assisting with the recruitment, scheduling and utilisation of staff whilst assuring the quality of their work.

• Positively contributing to the effective monitoring and delivery of all targets.

• Working with the Curriculum Manager to ensure compliance with and implementation of Weston College HR policies.

• Successful delivery of the contracted curriculum through regular monitoring, promoting and exceptional deployment of resources.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• A Degree or Professional Qualification, which is appropriate to the work.

• A Teaching Qualification at Level 4 or above.

• Highly motivated and setting high standards for self and others

• Experience or able to demonstrate the ability to motive and lead others through exceptional interpersonal skills.

Benefits

• Generous Holiday Entitlement
• Dedicated Staff welfare officer and wellbeing champions
• Generous pension scheme
• Local and National staff discounts
• Free parking
• Various staff committees including Equality, Diversity and inclusion, Autism and Menopause
• Focus on staff wellbeing
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• Eye care including free eye test and contribution towards glasses
• Employee assistance programme - available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression

About HMP The Verne

HMP The Verne, a Category C men's prison on the Isle of Portland in Dorset, prioritises education through partnerships with Weston College and the Open University. Residents can access a robust curriculum, which includes distance learning and courses like painting, decorating and construction. Residents at HMP The Verne have diverse work opportunities, from working in the kitchens, gardens, recycling centre and barbershop to engaging in practical tasks at the woodmill, where furniture is assembled, or crafting and repairing goods within the system itself. Uncover new horizons for personal growth and transformation at HMP The Verne.

Weston College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to obtain the appropriate prison clearance before starting the role.

Please be aware that Weston College reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient applications be received.

Due to the volume of recruitment, we are unable to offer feedback to and unsuccessful candidates.