10 Education jobs in Denbeath

Venesky-Brown’s client, a public sector organisation in Dundee, is currently looking to recruit an Senior Education Officer (Modern Languages) for an initial 3 month contract on a rate of £350/day (Inside IR35).

Responsibilities:

- Support languages nationally including existing national priorities and leading Curriculum Improvement Cycle work relating to languages including organising engagement with core and collaboration groups.

- The post holder would support wider work nationally on Modern Languages, engaging with key stakeholders.

Essential Skills:

- Strategic Vision, Influencing & leading on policy, implementing curriculum change and mentoring staff.

Desirable Skills:

- Interpersonal, Communication, Emotional Intelligence maintaining national networks.

If you would like to hear more about this opportunity please get in touch.

• Lead the development and review of academic curricula across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Ensure curriculum content is current, relevant, and aligned with industry trends and research advancements.
• Collaborate with faculty members, department heads, and external advisors to design course structures and learning outcomes.
• Develop engaging and effective learning materials, including syllabi, lesson plans, and assessment strategies.
• Provide training and support to faculty on curriculum design principles and instructional methodologies.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing curricula and recommend improvements.
• Ensure compliance with institutional academic policies and accreditation requirements.
• Research and integrate innovative pedagogical approaches and educational technologies.
• Manage curriculum development projects, ensuring timely completion and adherence to quality standards.
• Contribute to the strategic planning of academic programs and offerings.

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in a relevant academic field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in curriculum development, instructional design, or academic program management within higher education.
• Deep understanding of pedagogical theories, learning design principles, and assessment methods.
• Experience with online learning platforms and educational technologies (e.g., LMS, virtual classrooms).
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Proven ability to lead and influence teams.
• Experience in educational quality assurance and accreditation processes.
• A commitment to fostering student success and academic excellence.

• Lead the design and development of innovative curricula for higher education programs.
• Oversee the creation of course materials, learning objectives, assessments, and instructional strategies.
• Ensure alignment of curricula with institutional goals and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and subject matter experts to ensure content accuracy and relevance.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of existing curricula and implement improvements.
• Manage curriculum projects from conception to completion, ensuring timely delivery.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to curriculum development team members.
• Integrate educational technologies and best practices into curriculum design.
• Conduct research on emerging trends in education and learning.

• Master's degree or PhD in Education, Instructional Design, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in curriculum development and instructional design, preferably in higher education.
• Proven leadership experience managing educational projects or teams.
• Deep understanding of adult learning theories and pedagogical principles.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and educational technologies.
• Excellent project management and organizational skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Lead the design and development of STEM curricula.
• Create engaging learning materials and assessments.
• Conduct research on educational best practices.
• Manage curriculum development projects and timelines.
• Collaborate with subject matter experts and educators.
• Ensure alignment with educational standards.
• Oversee the review and revision process for curricula.

• Master's degree in Education or Curriculum Design.
• 5+ years of experience in curriculum development.
• Demonstrated expertise in STEM education.
• Experience leading educational projects or teams.
• Strong understanding of instructional design principles.

• Master's or PhD in Education, Curriculum Development, or a STEM field.
• Minimum of 8 years of experience in curriculum design and development, with a strong focus on K-12 STEM education.
• Proven track record of creating engaging and effective learning materials.
• In-depth knowledge of educational standards (e.g., National Curriculum, IB, Common Core).
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and educational technology tools.
• Excellent writing, editing, and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and research skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote team environment.
• Experience with project-based learning and inquiry-based learning methodologies.
• Understanding of assessment design and evaluation.

Location: Scotland (Fully Remote / home based) (Must permanently live & have the right to work in the UK, Ideally Scotland)   

Annual Salary:  £23,000 GBP Per year (Pro-rata / FTE) (Circa £11.79 per hour)

Contract: Permanent (6 months probationary period)

Hours: 15 hours per week

Line Manager: Michele McGarvey 

Recruiter: Sarah Jane Dalzell 

About Us:

At Twinkl Scotland, we pride ourselves on creating quality content for all ages and stages of Scottish education. From ELC, through Primary and now into Secondary, we aim to provide content that engages learners and supports Scottish educators in getting it right for every child. We are always looking for opportunities to further support our users and respond to current educational initiatives and, as such, we are now delighted to be focusing on developing our Conduit, Secondary Scotland resources and team.

The Role:

Conduit is our Scottish Secondary brand, launched in August 2022. We began with a small team of English teachers to develop teaching and learning resources as well as materials to support skills development to help bridge the gap between the BGE and Senior Phase. We now work on additional subject areas too, with more coming online soon. The Conduit team has become so successful that we are ready to grow and develop our Secondary offering further. We are seeking candidates for multiple subjects to write and edit BGE and Senior Phase content for Scottish Secondary teachers and students.

You can apply as a Content Writer & Editor for any of the following secondary subjects: (Please make it clear by using the drop down list on the application form, which subject you are applying for) 

• Maths
• Science
• Business Education

How you will spend your week:

• Meeting with other Twinkl writers and editors, the Conduit Product Owner and Secondary Segment Manager to discuss new ideas;
• Writing and editing CfE content for the Scottish Secondary market;
• Identifying and developing new project ideas within your chosen subject and wider Conduit Team;
• You may also do some editing work for other subject areas across the Conduit Team;

In this role, you will learn :

• How to create and edit new teacher content for our Scottish team, from ideation stage to publication on the site; 
• Remote collaboration, working closely with writers and editors across the country;
• How to develop greater commercial awareness so we can understand the needs of those we want to help.

Requirements

To succeed in the role, you will:

• Be a fantastic communicator who thrives when working in a close-knit team;
• Be focused on collaboration, using feedback to make our resources the best they can be;
• Have detailed knowledge of your chosen subject within the Curriculum for Excellence;
• Be confident at creating resources for the Senior Phase, as well as the BGE;
• Have an excellent understanding of the needs of Scottish teachers and support staff delivering learning within the classroom or at home;

We're interested in anyone who meets the following: 

• Minimum of 3 years recent secondary teaching experience in your chosen subject and also the BGE and Senior Phase within the Curriculum for Excellence; 

• Qualifications: PGDE, BEd or equivalent;
• Access to a fast and reliable internet connection.

Benefits

In return for everything you can bring, we can offer you an exciting role in a fast-growing and dynamic business, with plenty of career opportunities.

Here’s a couple of the things that make Twinkl a great place to be:

• A friendly, welcoming and supportive culture. We believe work should be fun and always put people before process
• Diversity, inclusion and belonging - our Employee Network Program includes working groups for LGBTQ+, People of Colour, Disabilities (visible and invisible), Women in Tech and Working Parents.
• From day 1 - Westfield Health, 29 annual leave days per year (pro-rata) plus up to four additional days that may be awarded each year by the company, flexible working policy with opportunities to work from home and Twinkl subscriptions.
• After probation - company sick pay and cycle to work scheme.
• Long term service award - Life insurance, enhanced pension contribution, enhanced maternity pay, enhanced adoption pay and enhanced paternity pay.

Our Recruitment Process:

• Lead the design, development, and review of undergraduate and postgraduate curricula in line with current educational research and industry best practices.
• Deliver high-quality teaching and supervision across a range of modules, fostering a stimulating and inclusive learning environment.
• Conduct and publish high-impact research in education, contributing to the academic reputation of the institution.
• Mentor and support junior academic staff and postgraduate students.
• Develop and manage collaborative projects with external educational institutions and stakeholders.
• Contribute to the strategic planning and development of the Faculty of Education.
• Engage in administrative duties as required, including module coordination and committee participation.
• Supervise student research projects and dissertations.
• Promote innovative teaching methodologies and the integration of technology in education.
• Represent the university at academic conferences and professional development events.

• A relevant Master's degree; a Ph.D. in Education or a closely related discipline is essential.
• A strong record of teaching experience at university level, with demonstrated excellence in curriculum design and delivery.
• A significant portfolio of high-quality research and publications in reputable academic journals.
• Experience in supervising postgraduate research.
• In-depth knowledge of current educational theories, pedagogies, and curriculum frameworks.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and engage effectively with students.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and experience in academic administration.
• A commitment to fostering diversity and inclusion in higher education.