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• Lead the strategic development and revision of academic curricula to ensure relevance, rigor, and alignment with institutional goals and industry needs.
• Oversee the entire curriculum development lifecycle, from needs assessment and design to implementation and evaluation.
• Manage and mentor a team of curriculum developers, instructional designers, and subject matter experts.
• Ensure all curricula adhere to quality assurance standards, accreditation requirements, and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with faculty, academic departments, and external stakeholders to gather input and ensure program effectiveness.
• Develop and implement frameworks for assessing student learning outcomes and program success.
• Integrate innovative teaching methodologies and educational technologies into curriculum design.
• Conduct regular reviews of existing programs to identify areas for improvement and adaptation.
• Manage budgets and resources allocated to curriculum development initiatives.
• Stay abreast of current trends and best practices in higher education pedagogy and curriculum design.

• Doctoral or Master's degree in Education, Curriculum Development, or a related academic field.
• Extensive experience (7+ years) in curriculum design and development within a higher education setting.
• Proven leadership experience managing academic or instructional design teams.
• Deep understanding of learning theories, instructional design principles, and assessment strategies.
• Experience with quality assurance processes and accreditation standards in higher education.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS) and educational technologies.
• Excellent project management, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to foster collaboration and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Demonstrated commitment to academic excellence and student success.

• Develop and implement engaging, play-based curricula for early years settings, aligned with the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) framework.
• Create a variety of age-appropriate learning materials, resources, and activity plans.
• Provide expert advice and support to educators on curriculum implementation and best practices.
• Conduct research into current trends and advancements in early childhood education.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing programs and make recommendations for improvement.
• Organise and deliver training sessions and workshops for early years practitioners.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including designers and content creators, to produce high-quality educational resources.
• Stay up-to-date with relevant legislation, policies, and research in the early years sector.
• Observe and assess child development to inform curriculum design.
• Foster a positive and stimulating learning environment through well-designed educational content.

• Bachelor's degree in Early Childhood Education, Primary Education, or a related field. A Master's degree is a plus.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience working directly with young children in an early years setting.
• Thorough knowledge of the EYFS framework and child development principles.
• Experience in curriculum design or development is essential.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
• Strong research and analytical abilities.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently.
• Proficiency in using educational technology and digital resources.

EDUCTION / CHARITIES SOLICITOR - EXCELLENT LEGAL 500 FIRM - MANCHESTER

Education Solicitor (NQ+) - Manchester

An exciting new opportunity has arisen for a Solicitor with experience in Education to join an expanding Charities department at a top Legal 500 practice in the Manchester area.

The firm is looking for an ambitious candidate from recently qualified to mid-level, with a good grounding in employment law and HR, who wishes to specialise in the charities field and more specifically within education. You will ideally have experience in advising charities in both contentious and non-contentious matters and have sound knowledge of, and a genuine interest in, the education sector.

The team successfully retains and attracts a diverse range of clients in the education sector, assisting them with high quality work. The firm has a client base with some notable educational institutions at its heart and therefore this position is an excellent opportunity for progression. The successful candidate will be well supported in developing their own caseload and career.

The position is full time. There will be the opportunity to work from home, if desired, in line with the Firm's flexible working guidelines.

For more information on this role, apply here or contact Charlotte at Austen Lloyd as soon as possible, Reference; CW 55395; (Education Lawyer - Manchester)

Austen Lloyd Limited is a Specialist Legal Recruitment Agency operating nationally . Please Note: our advertisements may use PQE/salary levels purely as a guide. The role; CW 55395 (Education Lawyer - Manchester).

Senior Education Health & Care (EHC) Co-Ordinator

Location - Sale Waterside, Waterside Plaza, Sale, M33 7ZF

Salary range Band 8 (£40,777 - £42,839)

Working Pattern Full time

Working hours 36.25 hours per week

We will offer flexibility where we can if you are interested in a role, please speak to the recruiting manager about what flexibility they might consider.

Many of our colleagues can work from home for one or more days a week and/or they flex the hours they work. We call this SMART working, and it gives you the option to flex your days and hours so you can fit your work around your life and life around your work.

Contract type Permanent

Application deadline 6th October 2025

Interview type In person

About the Role

Working as part of a busy team who are committed to improving outcomes for children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEND), you will be central in supporting the EHC Team to meet its statutory duties through co-ordinating Education, Health and Care (EHC) Assessments and issuing EHC Plans in accordance with the Children and Families Act 2014, the SEND Regulations 2014 and subsequent legislation, as well as responding to Annual Reviews whilst monitoring the team's performance. You will also have responsibility for supervising EHC Co-ordinators and managing complex casework.

About you

You will have a good understanding of the SEND framework as well as services across Education, Health and Social Care. You will foster positive relationships with families and partner agencies, managing or providing support for specific children or young people on your caseload. You will be required to work in a person-centred way supporting families and professionals through the Education Health and Care Needs Assessment process. You will have strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities to ensure deadlines are met. You will be able to demonstrate experience in managing and developing staff in order to ensure timeliness.

About us

Trafford Council and its partners in the public, private and third sectors have a Vision which sees us working together to close inequality gaps and maximise Trafford's huge potential.

Our vision: Trafford where all our residents, businesses and communities thrive.

Trafford is a lively, prosperous place to put down roots and build a career. The council and Trafford schools employ around 8,000 people, who are central to making the area great. In return for their commitment, the council offers its employees development opportunities, as well as a fair and flexible workplace. The council is a Living Wage Employer.

Additional Information

Please note the advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications so, please do not delay in submitting your application.

This role requires occasional travel to different sites across Trafford and neighbouring authorities to attend meetings.

Contact Details

Chloe Mortlock- EHC Team Manager

About the benefits

You will be welcomed into a friendly environment where your personal and professional development will be encouraged. You will have the opportunity to work and grow in a people-centered and values-based organisation that promotes a positive permission culture. Your opinions matter so you will have the opportunity to shape how we do things here at Trafford.

To learn more about Trafford as a place to work visit and to view more about our awards and benefits please visit: Trafford - Benefits | )

OTHER RELEVANT INFORMATION

Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment - |

For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK - if in doubt please visit the following link Employers' right to work checklist - GOV.UK ). Please note we are not a licensed sponsor and we won't be able to support with your work visa.

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Education Recruitment Consultant

£26,984 - £9,186 base salary plus 0,000 to 8,000 OTE

At Teaching Personnel, the UK's market leading education recruitment agency, we don't just match educators to jobs - we create opportunities that transform lives. Our mission is simple: to connect passionate educators with the schools that need them most, making a meaningful difference in classrooms across the UK.

Whether you're new to recruitment or an experienced consultant, we offer clear career progression, hands-on training, and regular opportunities for promotion. So, if you're passionate about education, thrive in a fast-paced sales environment, and want to make a real difference to thousands of teachers and pupils every day, this could be the opportunity for you!

What's in It for You?

• Uncapped commission - the more impact you create, the more you earn.
• Generous holiday allowance - 28 days increasing with service up to 33, plus bank holidays and shorter working hours in school holidays.
• A flexible benefit package including Cash Plan health cover, virtual GP, the chance to buy more holiday and much more.
• Amazing incentives - cash bonuses, holiday/prize draws and team events.
• Recognition & celebration - be part of company-wide initiatives and bi-annual award nights.

Plus…

• World-class training & mentoring - learn from the best and take your career to the next level.
• Continuous career development - regular opportunities for promotion, hands-on training and personal growth.

• Supportive team culture - we celebrate success, champion each other, and provide the tools you need to thrive.
• Flexibility - work from home one day a week once established.

Who You Are

• Sales focused - your experience in recruitment, direct sales or customer service, means you excel in a performance-driven environment to meet targets.
• People-centric - you love building strong, lasting relationships by talking to people and thrive in a social, dynamic, goal-oriented environment.
• Resilient - you see obstacles as opportunities and stay motivated and proactive in a fast-paced setting.
• Agile - you can manage multiple priorities and juggle tasks efficiently while delivering outstanding service.
• Passion - while working in Education previously isn't a deal breaker, having good knowledge or experience of the sector would be ideal as we're recruiting across our Primary, SEN and Secondary teams.

What You'll Be Doing

• Building strong relationships - engage with schools and educators to understand their needs and create the perfect matches.
• Expanding your network - grow a strong database of talented educators and trusted school partnerships.
• Becoming an expert - stay ahead of education trends to provide market-leading recruitment solutions.
• Delivering exceptional service - ensure the highest quality standards in matching educators to schools.
• Achieving success - hitting and exceeding targets where your successes and results are rewarded.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to thrive in a high-energy, sales role with unlimited rewards and potential for growth, we want to hear from you. Apply now and start your career journey with us today!

• Uncapped commission - the more impact you create, the more you earn.
• Generous holiday allowance - 28 days increasing with service up to 33, plus bank holidays and shorter working hours in school holidays.
• A flexible benefit package including Cash Plan health cover, virtual GP, the chance to buy more holiday and much more.
• Amazing incentives - cash bonuses, holiday/prize draws and team events.
• Recognition & celebration - be part of company-wide initiatives and bi-annual award nights.

Plus…

• World-class training & mentoring - learn from the best and take your career to the next level.
• Continuous career development - regular opportunities for promotion, hands-on training and personal growth.

• Supportive team culture - we celebrate success, champion each other, and provide the tools you need to thrive.
• Flexibility - work from home one day a week once established.

Who You Are

• Sales focused - your experience in recruitment, direct sales or customer service, means you excel in a performance-driven environment to meet targets.
• People-centric - you love building strong, lasting relationships by talking to people and thrive in a social, dynamic, goal-oriented environment.
• Resilient - you see obstacles as opportunities and stay motivated and proactive in a fast-paced setting.
• Agile - you can manage multiple priorities and juggle tasks efficiently while delivering outstanding service.
• Passion - while working in Primary Education previously isn't a deal breaker, having good knowledge of the sector would be ideal.

What You'll Be Doing

• Building strong relationships - engage with schools and educators to understand their needs and create the perfect matches.
• Expanding your network - grow a strong database of talented educators and trusted school partnerships.
• Becoming an expert - stay ahead of education trends to provide market-leading recruitment solutions.
• Delivering exceptional service - ensure the highest quality standards in matching educators to schools.
• Achieving success - hitting and exceeding targets where your successes and results are rewarded.

Ready to Take the Next Step?
If you're ready to thrive in a high-energy, sales role with unlimited rewards and potential for growth, we want to hear from you. Apply now and start your career journey with us today!

Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Lancashire.

At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.

This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.

• Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
• Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
• A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
• We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
• A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better

• This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
• These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
• If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

• Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
• Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
• Two professional references
• You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments

It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

• This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
• You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
• We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
• Our insurance covers the work you do for us
• This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position

We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.

We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.

Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.

Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher

Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Educational Therapist
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Educational Psychologist
• Inclusion Coordinator

If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.

Multiple positions are available and hiring is ongoing to meet the wide variety of needs we support.

We are on a mission to transform the quality of education provided to young people with SEN (Special Education Needs) / SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities), as well as other needs such as SEMH needs (Social, Emotional and Mental Health). We are increasingly supporting children and young people with MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties) and SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties).

We are looking for SEN / SEND tutors with a genuine passion for transforming the lives of disengaged, at-risk, and vulnerable learners in Lancashire.

At Targeted Provision our mission is to raise the standard of educational support offered to vulnerable young people in the UK. We keep the team around the child, and you will be supported throughout every placement by our team of SEN / SEND Support Specialists.

This role is perfect for qualified SEN / SEND teachers who are eager to work via 1:1 tutoring with children and young people with a variety of learning needs, in a creative, flexible, holistic, and trauma-informed manner, to raise their engagement and drastically improve the outlook of their educational journey.

• Flexible part-time up to full-time hours to suit you schedule
• Occasional opportunities to take on remote jobs and online teaching assignments and work from home
• Extensive CPD and upskilling opportunities, including access to the full Tes CPD suite while working with us
• A SEN / SEND Support Team dedicated to keeping a team around the child, and ensuring that every placement is a success for the young person and you
• We invite every active tutor to join our tutor community, where our tutors and ourselves share best practice, resources, and tips
• A place as part of a child-centred company committed to transforming the world of support for vulnerable young people for the better

• This role will involve providing Maths, English, or Science tuition to young people with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND), Social, Emotional and Mental Health needs (SEMH), Moderate and Severe Learning Difficulties (MLD / SLD), or other Additional Educational Needs referred to Targeted Provision
• These young people are referred to us by local authorities and schools and will require some level of support in their educational and social-emotional journey
• If selected, your role will be to provide this support via flexible and holistic trauma-informed tutoring and mentoring

• Planning each session of teaching / tutoring / mentoring
• Providing the young person with holistic and engaging sessions which meet their needs and advance their educational and social-emotional journey
• Completing lesson reports and providing feedback on the young person's progress

• Professional Teaching Qualifications (Qualified Teacher Status / QTS / QTLS)
• Minimum 2 years teaching experience
• Experience working with young people with SEND, SEMH, MLD, SLD, and / or other Additional Educational Needs
• Experience, knowledge and understanding of safeguarding processes
• Enhanced DBS (we can help obtain this at cost if needed)
• Two professional references
• You must be based in the UK with the right to work in the UK, even for remote / online assignments

It is a strict requirement that you have the ability to work in a way that promotes the health, safety and wellbeing of children and young people and follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times.

• This position involves engaging with us as a Worker, to provide short-term engagements as and when they arise
• You will work through a contract for service and will be paid via PAYE
• We do not offer any set amount of work nor expenses coverage
• Our insurance covers the work you do for us
• This is not a self-employed tutoring / self-employed teaching position

We look forward to receiving your CV, outlining your relevant skills and experience that can help make a difference.

Due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to respond to every applicant. We aim to respond to all successful applicants within two weeks.

We are keen to hear from candidates from all backgrounds. The over 2 million vulnerable children in the UK are disproportionately constituted of minority and LGBTQIA+ communities, as well as people with disabilities, refugees and migrants, and people living with mental health conditions. It is integral to our mission of raising the standard of support for the UK's vulnerable learners that we engage tutors from all backgrounds so that our tutors can share/relate to the experiences of our students.

We take Safer Recruitment seriously. All candidates must pass through our strict processes to ensure their suitability to work with children and young people before being considered for work with us.

Interviews are being scheduled on a rolling basis.

Individuals with highly relevant experience from teaching background often have worked in the following roles:

• SENCo (Special Education Needs Coordinator)
• SLD / MLD Teacher
• Autism / ADHD Support Teacher
• Intervention Specialist
• Ex-Teacher

Other highly relevant roles from therapeutic and learning support background include

• Learning Support Assistant (LSA)
• Educational Therapist
• Speech and Language Therapist
• Educational Psychologist
• Inclusion Coordinator

If you hold one of these roles, meet our requirements, and are considering a career change please do consider applying with us.

• Provide strategic leadership and vision for the secondary school phase.
• Oversee curriculum development, implementation, and evaluation.
• Manage and support a team of teachers and administrative staff.
• Ensure the highest standards of teaching and learning.
• Promote student welfare, safety, and behaviour management.
• Develop and implement school policies and procedures.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment.
• Monitor student academic progress and identify areas for improvement.
• Collaborate with parents, guardians, and the wider community.
• Contribute to the overall leadership and management of the school.

• Recognised teaching qualification and QTS (Qualified Teacher Status).
• Significant experience in educational leadership and management.
• In-depth knowledge of secondary school curriculum and assessment frameworks.
• Proven ability to inspire and motivate students and staff.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding and child protection policies.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Strategic planning and problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in performance management and staff development.
• A commitment to promoting equality and diversity in education.
• Master's degree in Education or a related leadership field is desirable.