Pre 16 Study Programme Manager Location: St Austell & Stoke Climsland
Salary: £27,846 to £33,865 FTE (SPM 1 to SPM4)
Terms & Conditions: Full Time (37 hours/52 weeks), Teaching Contract
Closing Date: 17 June 2026
Interview Date: 25 June 2026
About the Role Working for Cornwall College and based primarily at the Cornwall College St Austell and Duchy College Stoke Climsland campuses, this role is responsible for managing all aspects of the Pre-16 Study Programme and ensuring a positive, inclusive, and engaging experience for all learners, enabling them to achieve their maximum potential.
The postholder will lead a
brand-new Pre-16 provision for Year 11 learners, developed in partnership with Cornwall Education Learning Trust, delivering an innovative curriculum that reflects the industries and sectors supported across the College Group.
Working closely with Curriculum Area Managers, the role will involve developing a broad and diverse timetable that removes barriers to learning and supports participation, confidence, achievement, and progression for young people. A key part of the role will be creating a practical, hands-on, and enjoyable learning experience that inspires learners through meaningful real-world activities and active learning approaches.
The role will include teaching for up to two days per week, with the remaining time focused on curriculum planning and development, collaboration with curriculum teams, partner schools, and external stakeholders, alongside the effective management and coordination of the programme to ensure a high-quality learner experience.
Skills & Experience The successful candidate will have experience of working across a range of funded provision, including 14-16, 16-18, Adult, Community, Apprenticeship, and Higher Education programmes, together with experience of teaching or training within a relevant subject area and Study Programme Management in the Further Education sector.
They should have an understanding of financial and business management relating to curriculum delivery and hold a recognised teaching qualification, such as AET, DET, PGCE, or Certificate of Education (or be willing to achieve this within three years), alongside a minimum Level 3 qualification in a relevant subject area and Level 2 English and maths. A degree, Master's qualification, and Level 3 English and maths would be advantageous.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate honesty, integrity, excellent communication skills, a strong work ethic, teamwork, resilience under pressure, commitment to continuous learning, and the ambition to support learners and contribute to the success of the provision.
Benefits We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer:
- Generous annual leave schemes: 42 days* per annum for teaching roles (pro-rata for part-time), plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles. *37 days annual leave at commencement of employment, increasing to 42 days after successful completion of probationary period.
- Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
- Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
- A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
- A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
- Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme - discounts with major retailers.
- Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.
How to apply Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select 'Apply Now'.
Contact us If you require further information please contact our Recruitment Team -
[email protected] The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.
We are dedicated to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of our mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively.
Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco-friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.
No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.
