Assistant Head - Health & Behavioural Studies

Overview

Assistant Head of Curriculum - Health T-Levels & Behavioural Science

Location:

Newcastle upon Tyne

Terms and

Conditions:

Full-Time (37 hours a week), Permanent

The Vacancy

One of our colleges is seeking an experienced and motivated curriculum leader to join there Health and Science department as Assistant Head of Curriculum - Health T-Levels & Behavioural Science.

This is a key leadership role with responsibility for their Health T-Level provision, including Adult Nursing, Mental Health and Children's Nursing, alongside their Behavioural Science portfolio, comprising Psychology, Criminology and Mental Health programmes.

The post holder will work closely with the Head of Curriculum to shape, lead and grow high-quality, employer-responsive provision that delivers strong learner outcomes and meets the demands of a rapidly evolving skills landscape. The successful candidate will play a central role in ensuring the effective delivery, quality and sustainability of Health T-Levels, including oversight of curriculum intent, compliance requirements, employer engagement and industry placements.

Alongside this, they will provide leadership across Behavioural Science programmes, driving curriculum coherence, quality improvement and progression routes for learners.

• Provide strategic and operational leadership for Health T-Levels, ensuring high-quality delivery, compliance with national requirements, and readiness for inspection.
• Lead and develop strong employer and industry partnerships to secure high-quality placements and ensure curriculum relevance.
• Oversee performance, quality improvement and curriculum development across Behavioural Science programmes, including Psychology, Criminology and Mental Health.
• Support curriculum planning, staffing and resource management to ensure sustainable and impactful delivery.
• Contribute to business planning, staff development and continuous improvement in line with departmental and College priorities.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues, employers and external partners to support recruitment, retention, progression and positive learner destinations.

• You will be an inclusive and credible leader with a strong understanding of Further Education quality frameworks and a clear grasp of the demands of T-Level delivery.
• You will be confident translating strategy into practice, developing staff, and using data and insight to drive improvement.
• Applicants should hold a relevant degree (or equivalent professional qualification), a recognised teaching qualification, and have proven experience of leading curriculum delivery and quality within an FE or training setting.
• Experience of Health T-Levels, employer engagement and/or Behavioural Science provision will be a significant advantage.

• Competitive hourly pay of pay, paid weekly
• Full-time, consistent work in Gateshead schools
• 24/7 access to the easy-to-use Humly app to browse and book roles that suit you
• Friendly, dedicated support from an experienced education team
• Opportunities for long-term placements and permanent roles
• Gain experience across a variety of school settings to build confidence and develop your career

At Humly, safeguarding children is our top priority. All applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS and reference checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSiE) guidance.

If you’re ready to support young learners and make a meaningful impact in the classroom, apply now and become part of the Humly community today