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Motor Vehicle Curriculum Leader

Dovetail Ref: 4658939
FE & HE £44,000 - £49,000 per annum (including £4,000 market premium) permanent lead Level 6 May 2026
Accrington, England

Education Details

Motor Vehicle Further Education fe college
Levels: Level 3
Also teaches: Automotive TechnologyElectric and Hybrid Vehicles

Job Description

Curriculum Leader – Motor Vehicle

Salary: £44,000 + £4,000 market premium
Hours: 35 per week | Contract: Permanent, full time

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a student-focused Curriculum Leader in Motor Vehicle to lead a dynamic and forward-thinking Automotive department within a well-established further education provider.

About the Role

You will lead and manage the Motor Vehicle provision, supporting a team of lecturers to deliver high-quality teaching and training. The role involves shaping the curriculum, maintaining quality standards, and ensuring students achieve strong outcomes and progression into industry.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and support a team of Motor Vehicle lecturers
  • Oversee curriculum planning, delivery, and quality assurance
  • Monitor teaching, learning, and assessment standards
  • Track student progress, achievement, and retention
  • Build and maintain links with employers and industry partners
  • Ensure compliance with safeguarding, health and safety, and internal procedures

About You

  • Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Motor Vehicle or related field
  • Recognised teaching qualification
  • GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent)
  • Experience teaching or training in Motor Vehicle (FE or industry)
  • Experience leading, mentoring, or managing staff

What's on Offer

  • Teacher Pension Scheme
  • Generous annual leave, including Christmas closure
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Family-friendly policies and enhanced sick pay
  • Staff recognition scheme
  • Free on-site parking

You'll be joining a supportive team with strong industry links, modern workshop facilities, and a focus on innovation, including electric and hybrid vehicle technologies.

If you're ready to lead, inspire, and make a real impact on the next generation of automotive professionals, this role offers a great opportunity to do so.

What's on Offer

  • Teacher Pension Scheme
  • Generous annual leave
  • Christmas closure
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Family-friendly policies
  • Enhanced sick pay
  • Staff recognition scheme
  • Free on-site parking

Dovetail and Slate Limited (11351060) acts as an Employment Agency and an Employment Business under the Conduct of Employment Agencies and Employment Businesses Regulations 2003. We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting. Because education matters. © Dovetail and Slate Limited.

Your Recruitment Consultant

Tiana-Destiny Hill

Tiana-Destiny Hill

Senior Recruitment Consultant

Pension

Teacher Pension Scheme

Requirements

  • Level 3 (or higher) qualification in Motor Vehicle or related field
  • Recognised teaching qualification
  • GCSE Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent)
  • Experience teaching or training in Motor Vehicle (FE or industry)
  • Experience leading, mentoring, or managing staff

Benefits

  • Teacher Pension Scheme
  • Generous annual leave
  • Christmas closure
  • Health and wellbeing support
  • Family-friendly policies

Skills & Qualifications

Motor Vehicle teachingCurriculum leadershipTeam managementQuality assuranceEmployer engagementSafeguardingHealth and safety compliance