At MTC Training, our vision is to develop adaptable knowledge, skills and behaviours that future-proof UK manufacturing. As a multi-award-winning Independent Training Provider, we deliver outstanding engineering apprenticeships and commercial training programmes that support the next generation of engineering talent.
We are looking for an inspiring and ambitious Curriculum Leader to lead our apprenticeship delivery team and drive exceptional learner outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced education, training, or apprenticeship professional who is passionate about developing people, improving quality, and shaping the future of technical education.
About the Role
As Curriculum Leader, you will lead and manage a team of Engineering Trainers and Apprenticeship Skills Coaches, ensuring learners receive an exceptional learning experience from enrolment through to End Point Assessment (EPA).
You will oversee curriculum delivery, learner progress, quality assurance, staff performance and continuous improvement activities, ensuring that programmes meet apprenticeship standard requirements while achieving outstanding learner and employer satisfaction.
Working closely with the Centre Head, Curriculum Manager, Quality Team and Delivery Managers, you will play a key role in developing innovative, engaging and industry-relevant learning programmes that prepare apprentices for successful careers in engineering.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & People Management
Lead, motivate and support a team of Engineering Trainers and Apprenticeship Skills Coaches.
Set clear objectives and performance expectations, providing coaching and development support.
Mentor and onboard new team members to ensure delivery excellence.
Foster a positive, inclusive and high-performing culture aligned with MTC values.
Facilitate regular team meetings, communication and knowledge sharing.
Curriculum & Learner Performance
Monitor, track and report on learner, group and cohort progress.
Ensure curriculum delivery plans and teaching materials meet apprenticeship standards, Knowledge, Skills and Behaviours (KSBs), and qualification requirements.
Support learners throughout their apprenticeship journey, providing careers information, advice and guidance.
Work collaboratively with delivery teams to plan and continuously improve curriculum provision.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
Undertake Internal Quality Assurance activities in partnership with the Quality Team.
Ensure compliance with awarding organisation and apprenticeship requirements.
Drive improvements in teaching, learning and assessment through data analysis, feedback and quality reviews.
Promote innovative approaches to delivery, learner engagement and resource development.
Address quality concerns proactively and implement sustainable improvements.
What We're Looking For
We are seeking a professional who is passionate about learner success and educational excellence, with the ability to inspire both learners and colleagues.
Essential Experience & Skills
Significant experience within Further Education, Higher Education, apprenticeship delivery or training environments.
Experience managing and developing professional delivery staff.
Experience in lecturing, training, coaching or curriculum delivery.
Knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards, End Point Assessment (EPA) and awarding organisation requirements.
Understanding of quality assurance processes and educational compliance.
Excellent communication, stakeholder management and presentation skills.
Strong organisational skills with the ability to use data to drive performance.
Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.
Essential Qualifications
Full teaching qualification.
Full assessor qualification (TAQA Level 3 or equivalent), or willingness to achieve within 12 months of appointment.
Desirable
Internal Verifier qualification (TAQA Level 4 or equivalent).
Experience within engineering, manufacturing or technical education.
Qualification at Level 3 or above in an engineering-related discipline.
Why Join MTC Training?
At MTC Training, you'll be joining an organisation committed to transforming engineering education and developing future talent. You'll work alongside passionate professionals in a collaborative environment where innovation, quality and learner success are at the heart of everything we do.
Our values guide how we work:
One Team TogetherInsatiable CuriosityPursuit of the BestEnterprising Spirit
Safeguarding Statement
MTC Training is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All employees are expected to actively contribute to our culture of safeguarding and vigilance.
The successful candidate will be subject to safer recruitment checks, including employment history, right to work, identity verification, references, qualification checks, online activity checks and an Enhanced DBS check with Children's Barred List check.
The successful applicant will be expected to uphold our safeguarding culture, complete safeguarding and Prevent training, and adhere to our Code of Conduct.
Join us and help shape the future of engineering talent across the UK.
Please be aware that many roles working for MTC will be subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors including your nationality, any previous nationalities you have held, and your place of birth may limit those roles you can perform for the organisation.
All candidates must meet Right to Work in the UK criteria and achieve the required security and clearance requirements to undertake this role which will be shared with you upon application.