Programme Manager, Engineering

Programme Manager

Engineering

Salary: £49,721 per annum

Contract Type: Permanent Full time 37 hours per week

Reference: REC2131 | Closing Date: Monday, 28th April 2025

The Opportunity

As our Programme Manager in the Engineering department, you’ll play a key role in leading and shaping a dynamic and future-focused curriculum. Based at our STEM Centre, and with responsibilities across both Engineering and Automotive Technologies (including time at our Automotive Technologies Centre), you’ll have the chance to make a real difference to both our students and staff. 

You’ll lead and inspire a dedicated team of educators, creating a culture where high standards, collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything you do. Through effective line management, mentoring and development, you’ll support your staff to deliver engaging, high-quality teaching and learning experiences that stretch and support every student. 

You’ll take the lead on curriculum planning and development, ensuring your programmes are innovative, relevant, and meet the needs of our learners, employers and industry. Managing resources efficiently, you’ll keep a close eye on performance indicators such as attendance, retention and achievement – always looking for ways to improve outcomes and enrich the learner journey. 

Your role will also involve quality assurance, internal verification, and overseeing key processes such as timetabling and assessment planning. You’ll support our students from day one through to progression, playing an active part in induction, guidance, and monitoring progress. You’ll work closely with other teams to make sure every learner has access to the support they need. 

Beyond the classroom, you’ll help raise the profile of the department through employer engagement, student recruitment activities, and external partnerships. You’ll bring energy, direction and a solution-focused approach, helping to drive the department forward. This is a fantastic opportunity to take the lead in a well-established department and to be part of a college that’s committed to excellence, innovation and learner success. 

About You 

You are an experienced education professional with a strong background in engineering – whether in mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, or automotive disciplines – and you are confident in your ability to lead, develop and manage curriculum delivery effectively. You’ll have a solid understanding of the further education sector and are committed to delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences that meet the needs of our students, employers, and industry. 

You’ll be ready to take on a leadership role where you can contribute to strategic planning and operational delivery. You have experience managing or coordinating programmes and understand the importance of aligning curriculum with industry standards and qualification frameworks. You are proactive, well-organised, and capable of managing competing priorities with a clear focus on outcomes. 

You can lead and motivate a team, setting high standards and providing clear direction. You are confident in managing performance, providing constructive feedback, and supporting staff development. Your leadership style promotes collaboration, professionalism, and continuous improvement. 

You are also comfortable managing the day-to-day operations of a curriculum area, including timetabling, quality assurance, internal verification, and budget monitoring. You understand how to use data to track and improve performance, and you approach challenges with a solution-focused mindset. 

Your communication skills enable you to build strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, including students, colleagues, employers and external partners. You are confident representing your curriculum area internally and externally and take pride in contributing to a positive and professional learning environment. 

Above all, you are learner-centred in your approach. You are committed to raising standards, supporting progression, and ensuring all our learners have access to the support and guidance they need to succeed. You act with integrity, show a strong commitment to safeguarding, and consistently uphold the College’s values. 

Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity. 

Required 

• Degree or Level 4 qualification in a relevant engineering discipline 
• Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards a Level 6 PGCE) 
• GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent Level 2 qualifications) 
• Evidence of recent and relevant CPD 
• Minimum five years’ teaching experience, including course coordination 
• Proven track record of effective teaching and reflective practice 
• Experience in curriculum and programme development 
• Involvement in quality assurance and improvement processes 
• Strong commitment to student support and achievement 
• Experience in appraisals or providing performance feedback 

Reasons to join us

• We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays)
• Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days
• Teachers’ Pension Scheme
• We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress 
• Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval)
• 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP
• Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of YouatWork
• Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• Discounted college gym membership with onsite facilities
• Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App
• Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon
• On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options
• Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members
• Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff

Closing date for applications is Monday, 28th April 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest. 

Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The 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 undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS. 

Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.