Head of Curriculum and Quality – SEND

Vac Description

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated Head of Curriculum & Quality SEND Manager to lead and manage a team of teachers and support staff within our SEND provision.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing a range of programmes across the curriculum, ensuring they align with key performance indicators (KPIs), the College’s strategic priorities, and the mission of both the College and the Council.

The postholder will lead, contribute to, and drive the improvement, growth, and development of our SEND curriculum. They will play a key role in ensuring the sustainability and delivery of allocated curriculum areas.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development, growth, and sustainability of a viable SEND curriculum, with a focus on driving improvements across the allocated areas and contributing to the overall success of the College.
• Ensuring quality control in allocated areas by managing Tutors, Assessors, and IQAs (including sessional tutors), and supporting them to consistently deliver exceptional learning experiences.
• Building and maintaining partnerships with employers, community organisations, and other stakeholders to support the Curriculum Mission and Vision, the College’s Strategic Plan, and the Council’s Corporate Plan.

This is an exceptional time to join the team at Sutton College. We are proud to be a ‘Good’ College, as rated by Ofsted in May 2025, reflecting our commitment to high-quality education and community service.

Looking ahead, we are entering a transformative phase with an exciting new College site currently being developed on the High Street. We are looking for a dedicated HR professional to help support, shape, and grow the College as we move into this new chapter.

Start date: ASAP

Please note that we are unable to accept CVs directly. All applications must be submitted through our official recruitment portal by clicking ‘Apply’.

Sutton College is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we actively welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and are committed to making the recruitment process as accessible as possible. We will provide reasonable adjustments where necessary to ensure candidates can perform at their best during the selection process and, if appointed, throughout their employment.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please contact us at: hr@suttoncollege.ac.uk

Sutton College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Applicants must currently reside in the UK and have the legal right to work here at the time of application. Sutton College is not able to offer sponsorship for work visas, and as such, we cannot consider applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Closing Date: 27 February 2026 @ 9am

‘The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Interview Date: Week commencing 9 March 2026

About the Role and Our Ideal Candidate

We are seeking to appoint an inspiring and dedicated Head of Curriculum & Quality SEND Manager to lead and manage a team of teachers and support staff within our SEND provision.

The successful candidate will be responsible for overseeing a range of programmes across the curriculum, ensuring they align with key performance indicators (KPIs), the College’s strategic priorities, and the mission of both the College and the Council.

The postholder will lead, contribute to, and drive the improvement, growth, and development of our SEND curriculum. They will play a key role in ensuring the sustainability and delivery of allocated curriculum areas.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the development, growth, and sustainability of a viable SEND curriculum, with a focus on driving improvements across the allocated areas and contributing to the overall success of the College.
• Ensuring quality control in allocated areas by managing Tutors, Assessors, and IQAs (including sessional tutors), and supporting them to consistently deliver exceptional learning experiences.
• Building and maintaining partnerships with employers, community organisations, and other stakeholders to support the Curriculum Mission and Vision, the College’s Strategic Plan, and the Council’s Corporate Plan.

This is an exceptional time to join the team at Sutton College. We are proud to be a ‘Good’ College, as rated by Ofsted in May 2025, reflecting our commitment to high-quality education and community service.

Looking ahead, we are entering a transformative phase with an exciting new College site currently being developed on the High Street. We are looking for a dedicated HR professional to help support, shape, and grow the College as we move into this new chapter.

Start date: ASAP

Please note that we are unable to accept CVs directly. All applications must be submitted through our official recruitment portal by clicking ‘Apply’.

Sutton College is committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion, and we actively welcome applications from all sections of the community. We particularly encourage applications from individuals with disabilities and are committed to making the recruitment process as accessible as possible. We will provide reasonable adjustments where necessary to ensure candidates can perform at their best during the selection process and, if appointed, throughout their employment.

If you require any reasonable adjustments to support you during the recruitment process, please contact us at: hr@suttoncollege.ac.uk

Sutton College has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK. Applicants must currently reside in the UK and have the legal right to work here at the time of application. Sutton College is not able to offer sponsorship for work visas, and as such, we cannot consider applications from individuals who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.

Closing Date: 27 February 2026 @ 9am

‘The closing date is given as a guide. We reserve the right to close this vacancy once a sufficient number of applications has been received. Therefore, it is strongly advised that you complete and submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.

Interview Date: Week commencing 9 March 2026