Head of Curriculum and Quality

Interim Head of Curriculum & Quality - SENDLocation: Sutton (on-site, 5 days per week)Contract: Interim - 3 months initially (potential extension)Rate: Up to £350 per day (Umbrella)Start: ASAPWe are seeking an experienced and impactful Interim Head of Curriculum & Quality - SEND to lead and strengthen our SEND provision during a key period of development and improvement.This is a senior leadership role, ideal for an accomplished SEND or FE professional with a strong background in curriculum leadership, quality assurance, and team management within post-16 education.Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the SEND curriculum, ensuring it is high quality, sustainable and aligned to strategic priorities.
• Drive improvements in teaching, learning and assessment across SEND provision.
• Oversee quality assurance processes including SARs, QIPs, internal audits and inspection readiness.
• Line manages tutors, assessors and IQAs, including performance management and professional development.
• Monitor and improve learner outcomes including attendance, retention, achievement and progression.
• Ensure compliance with Ofsted, funding body and safeguarding requirements.
• Build effective partnerships with employers, community organisations and key stakeholders.
• Contribute to strategic planning, curriculum development and quality improvement activity.

Essential Experience

• Significant leadership experience within SEND, Further Education, Adult Education or Post-16.
• Proven track record of managing curriculum and quality in an education setting.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted / Education Inspection Framework and quality improvement processes.
• Experience leading and managing teaching staff, including performance management.
• Strong understanding of SEND provision and supporting learners with additional needs.
• Confident working at senior level and driving improvement in a fast-paced environment.

Desirable

• Qualified teacher status (PGCE / Cert Ed / DTLLS or equivalent).
• Experience as a SEND Manager, Head of Curriculum, Quality Manager or similar.
• Experience acting as a Safeguarding Officer

Why Choose Ackerman Pierce?Ackerman Pierce calls upon over 15 years' worth of experience in recruiting directly into the Social Work Sector. We can offer a unique experience within recruitment where you have your own personal consultant, a DBS and Compliance service with a quick and easy registration process. We pride ourselves on a guaranteed weekly payment process.To discuss this vacancy further or any other opportunities, please contact Elise Revett or email in your updated CV to us at Ackerman Pierce.