Programme Area Leader, Public Services
Easton Campus
Permanent, Full Time
ACE E107
Job Description
Easton campus, Easton, Norwich, NR9 5DX
Telephone: (01603) 731200
Otley campus, Charity Lane, Otley, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP6 9NE
Telephone (01473) 785543
Job Description
Programme Area Leader
Job Title:
Reports To:
Responsible for:
Purpose:
Programme Area Leader (PAL)
Curriculum Manager
Lecturers and Associate Lecturers / Work Based Learning staff
To teach and manage a suite of programmes
Liaison With:
Curriculum Manager, Director, other teaching staff, support and technical staff
Job Summary
Each PAL is responsible, under the direction of the Curriculum Manager, for the line management of a
small group of academic staff.
In addition to the specific duties listed below, the Programme Area Leader will fulfil the role of a qualified
Lecturer, please see the Lecturer Job Description for full details.
The job description intends to incorporate within it the professional standards for Teachers and Trainers
in Education – England (2014).
Main Duties
1. To manage the quality of a suite of study programmes to achieve success at benchmark or above using
centrally held performance data.
2. To analyse programme performance data and provide self-assessment reports which identify clear
strategies for maintaining strengths and strengthening weaknesses.
3. To report as required in line with the college Quality performance requirements.
4. To manage a team of full, part time and sessional lecturers including agreeing key performance
indicators, completing their annual appraisal / six monthly review, managing their performance and
attendance / ensuring efficient and effective deployment. Ensuring complete compliance with all College
policies, procedures and protocols.
5. Managing / co-ordination of the internal verification and assessment processes.
6. Ensuring completion of student surveys.
7. Managing the student disciplinary process.
8. To advise the Curriculum Manager on the resource requirements for a suite of programmes and how
these resources can be effectively and efficiently utilised.
9. To design and deliver quality teaching / practical instruction using appropriate and effective methods with
enthusiasm, to cater for the needs of all students.
10.To monitor and assess student progress and provide prompt feedback to management, students, carers,
parents, guardians and employers as appropriate.
11.To maintain and develop technical competence within agreed subject areas.
12.To take an active role in curriculum development of existing and new course provision.
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13.To play an active role in cross-college activities, including marketing which will include participating in
direct marketing events and the attendance at open days, welcome events and information sessions, to
promote the College.
14.To provide individual tutorial and pastoral care to students as and when required and to act as personal
tutor to identified students.
15.To ensure compliance with both legislative and College requirements for Health & Safety ensuring safe
systems of work are provided and risk assessments are completed in a timely manner.
16.To interview and provide careers guidance to prospective students and liaise
with students’ parents / guardians carers / /employers as necessary.
17..To actively commit to Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all students
18.To promote Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in all activities
19. Any other reasonable duties as required by the Principal.
Other Duties
This Job Description sets out the major duties associated with this post, it is assumed that other duties of
a similar level / nature undertaken within the Team are not excluded simply because they are not itemised.
Duties of the post could vary from time to time as a result of new legislation, changes in technology or
policy / needs of the individual student, in this event appropriate training will be provided.
The post holder will be expected at all times to operate within the College’s Policies, Procedures and
protocols particularly in respect of:
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Equality and Diversity,
Health & Safety,
Risk Management,
Financial Regulations,
Safeguarding.
The College has a strong commitment towards the achievement of equality of opportunity and
‘safeguarding’ including promoting the welfare of all students in both service delivery and
employment. The College’s mission statement and strategic objectives directly support these aims. All
employees are required to actively support and implement the College’s Equal Opportunities Policy and
Safeguarding Policy.
The post holder will be expected to participate in the following areas:
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Continued development of the College Quality System,
Staff Appraisal Process,
College Marketing arrangements,
Continuous Professional Development,
Promoting a positive image of Easton and Otley College.
The post-holder will be required to undertake such duties as may reasonably be expected. All members
of staff are expected to be professional, co-operative and flexible within the needs of the post, the
department and the college.
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Person Specification
Essential
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GCSE in English and Maths at ‘C’ or above, or
equivalent
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A degree/HND or level 4 professional or technical 
qualification relevant to the specific vocational
area
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Appropriate Assessor/Verifier awards (A1 & V1
for those assessing or verifying NVQ’s)
Education &
Qualifications
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Specialist
Knowledge,
Experience &
Skills
Personal
Qualities
Desirable
 QTLS – Qualified Teacher
Learning & Skills
Level 2 qualification in Health
& Safety
Level 2 qualification in IT
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Appropriate teaching qualification such as:
PGCE, Cert Ed or DTLLS or equivalent
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Relevant industry knowledge
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Knowledge of teaching and learning in an FE
environment
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Direct industry and practical experience in the
subject sector
 Knowledge of current
educational developments
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Experience of effective teaching in the subject
curriculum
 Previous experience of Line
Management
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Capable of delivering dynamic and effective
lessons to a range of abilities and levels
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An understanding of ‘Safeguarding’ and its
importance within the College
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Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
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Up to date Industrial / Vocational
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Experience of relevant practical skills
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Experience of effective teaching, with a good
track record of grade 2 lesson observations or
above
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Experience of effectively developing the
curriculum area
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Capable of delivering dynamic and effective
lessons to a range of abilities and levels
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Proven planning and organisational skills
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Highly motivated
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Experience of working effectively within a team
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Proven record of ability to manage time and work
independently, and collaboratively as a member
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 Hold TDLB Unit D34 or V unit
equivalent (for delivering nonNVQ programmes)
of the team / wider college cross functional teams
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Commitment to continuous professional
development.
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Commitment to valuing, engaging and supporting
students
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Ability to meet deadlines and work on own
initiative
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Ability to work with varying groups of students
and manage student behaviour.
 Able to communicate effectively with students,
staff and employers
Interpersonal &
Communication
Skills
Additional
Requirements
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Proven written and verbal communication
skills
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Proven organisational and planning skills
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Ability to work to deadlines and on own
initiative
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Ability to work with varying groups of students
and manage student behaviour.
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Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written
communication skills
Certificate of competence to operate relevant
machinery/plant in Subject Area
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Holds a current driving licence
Conditions of Service
Programme Area Leader
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Conditions of service will be based on those contained in the College’s Academic Contract.
Salary will be £28,236 per annum.
Hours of work will be 37 hours per week. The post holder will be expected to have a flexible
approach to working hours.
The person appointed has the right to take up the option of joining the Teachers’ Pension
Scheme. The College will assume that this is the case unless an opt-out form is completed
within the time limit allowed.
Annual leave entitlement will be 50 days per annum (pro-rata’d for part time employees)
which includes up to 5 days which the College may pre-determine and all bank holidays.
New entrants to the service are entitled to annual leave proportionate to the completed
months of service in a leave year, which runs from September to August.
The person appointed will be subject to a review period of no more than nine months.
During this time regular reviews will be undertaken and discussed with the employee.
The college operates policies on equal opportunities and the employment of disabled
persons.
Any offer of appointment will be subject to receipt of satisfactory references, medical
clearance and Disclosure and Barring Service check.
The college reserves the right to amend or change the Conditions of Service of this post at
any time after consultation with the employee or his representative.
The college reserves the right to amend or change the Conditions of Service of this post at
any time after consultation with the employee or his representative.
Application: Please complete an application form and provide a supporting letter of
application covering the following points:
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Details of your responsibilities in your current post.
Your recent major achievements.
How your skills and experience relate to the role advertised.
Completed application forms should be returned to by email to: hr@eastonotley.ac.uk
or the by post to HR Team, Easton & Otley College, Easton Campus, Easton, Norwich,
NR9 5DX.
Closing date 27th November 2014
If you require further information please do not hesitate to contact the college on (01603)
731200.
Due to the volume of applications we receive we regret it is not possible to respond to individual
candidates. Should you have not received an invitation to attend for interview 3 weeks after the closing
date please assume you have been unsuccessful.
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and
expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
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