HOC - Land Based - Plants, Environment & Adults (2025/LD100)

HOC - Land Based - Plants, Environment & Adults (2025/LD100)

East Durham College is seeking an ambitious and experienced Head of Curriculum - Land Based (Plants, Environment and Adults) to lead and develop an exciting area of provision that includes subjects such as Floristry, Arboriculture and Countryside. This is an outstanding opportunity for an innovative educational leader to drive curriculum excellence, student success and sector growth.

About the Role

Reporting to the Curriculum Director, you will take responsibility for the strategic leadership, development and performance of your curriculum area. You will ensure programmes are responsive to industry needs, local labour market demands and student aspirations while maintaining the highest standards of teaching, learning and assessment.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading curriculum design, implementation and continuous improvement.
• Managing and developing teaching teams to achieve outstanding learner outcomes.
• Monitoring student progress, achievement and satisfaction.
• Building strong partnerships with employers, industry stakeholders and professional bodies.
• Driving recruitment, curriculum growth and quality improvement.
• Ensuring compliance with awarding body, funding and regulatory requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• A degree or recognised industry qualification in a relevant land-based subject area (Floristry, Arboriculture or Countryside).
• A recognised post-16 teaching qualification.
• A successful track record of curriculum leadership and delivering high-quality educational provision.
• Experience of improving teaching, learning and assessment through effective coaching and mentoring.
• Strong knowledge of Ofsted requirements, curriculum planning and quality assurance.
• Excellent organisational, communication and data analysis skills.
• Experience of working with employers, awarding organisations and external stakeholders.

Benefits

• 40 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
• Teacher Pension Scheme with up to 28.68% employer contributions.
• Access to a Cash Healthcare Plan.
• Heavily discounted Gym Membership.
• Enhanced Maternity/Paternity and Adoption leave.
• 3 days paid emergency leave per year.
• Various paid and unpaid leave for other needs.
• Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate.
• Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon.
• Free onsite parking.
• On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 year old).
• Cycle to work scheme and much more.
• Access to free Beamish Tickets.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a diverse, inclusive community where everyone can be themselves and succeed. We encourage qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply and join our dynamic workforce.

As part of our commitment to equality and diversity, East Durham College operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria, as part of our status as a Disability Confident Employer.

At East Durham College, we uphold Safer Recruitment and Keeping Children Safe in Education standards. This role requires an enhanced DBS check. It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Although this role is advertised as full-time, the College is supportive of flexible working arrangements where possible. If you require flexibility, please discuss your needs with us.