Deputy Head of Curriculum

Deputy Head of Curriculum for Business & Management, Floristry, Horticulture, Hospitality & Catering, and Leisure & Tourism

Location: Group role – Wakefield, Castleford and Selby

About the role

Interested in empowering both learners and staff to unlock their potential? Join our successful curriculum team and help students and staff develop their skills and achieve their goals.

As Deputy Head of Curriculum for Business, Management, Floristry, Horticulture, Hospitality & Catering, and Leisure & Tourism, you'll support the Head in managing staff, resources, and curriculum development. You'll track and inspire both staff and students to maintain high standards and improve outcomes, alongside an annual teaching commitment.

The role sits within one of three linked departments that cover the above curriculum areas alongside ESOL, English and maths. This breadth of provision and close working relationship between the leaders in the departments allows for sustained support from the wider leadership team and Head of Curriculum.

What ‘s involved?

As a key contributor to shaping and implementing the Group’s curriculum strategy, you’ll work closely with the Head of Curriculum on everything from development and delivery to assessment driving the quality within the department. You'll also lead the creation and introduction of dynamic provision and strategies that mirror current industry trends, foster both curriculum advancement and excellence in teaching and learning. Beyond this, you'll oversee resource allocation, staffing, and facility management to ensure the curriculum is delivered smoothly and successfully.

Who are we looking for? The ideal candidate will possess:

• GCSE English and Mathematics at grades A*-C/9-4 or an equivalent qualification
• A relevant degree or a professional qualification of comparable level
• A PGCE or an equivalent teaching qualification
• Demonstrated success in teaching roles
• Management experience within Further Education (FE)
• Working knowledge of the key curriculum areas

If your qualifications and experience meet our requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.

We are confident you will find the opportunity rewarding.

Closing date: 7th April 2026

Interview date: 14th April 2026

No agency CVs – Direct applicants only

The Heart of Yorkshire Education Group is committed to safeguarding the welfare of all students and this post will be subject to pre-employment vetting in accordance with Keeping Children Safe in Education, this includes an Enhanced Disclosure from the DBS. Sight of evidence of all essential qualifications as outlined in the Person Specification must also be provided.

All posts within the Group are exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. This means that applicants are not entitled to withhold information about any convictions that are not "Protected" which for other purposes are "spent" under the provisions of the act.

If you are currently living overseas or have lived / worked overseas in the last five years please be aware that you will be required to provide an overseas criminal record check from the country/countries you have worked/resided in if you are the preferred candidate for the post. Further details of how to obtain the additional check is here: Criminal records checks for overseas applicants - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk )

We are proud to be awarded the Investors in Diversity Silver accreditation by the National Centre for Diversity, for our successful implementation of FREDIE (Fairness, Respect, Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Engagement). We aim to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and positively encourage applications from all.