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Assistant Academy Manager - Visual Arts
Starting salary £47,365 per annum
Harlow College
Full time
About the Role
We have an Assistant Academy Manager vacancy in Visual Arts due to the existing manager retiring. Presently the team delivers qualification from level 1-3 with the University Art London (UAL) awarding body for Art and Design, Fashion and Photography. All of the college creative areas follow UAL and we have strong outcomes as a result. We are looking for a manager to continue the great work of the team, including strong links with local employers and community groups through live briefs and drive forward the new curriculum post the government reforms.
To do well in this role, you'll need good attention to detail, a solid track record of following processes, and experience in managing people effectively. You should be a great communicator, a team player, and confident working with others. We're looking for someone who lives our values - putting students at the heart, working well in a team, being ambitious for the future, and showing respect in the way that you work.
To be considered for this role you must have:
• A teaching qualification at Level 4 or above
• A relevant qualification at Level 4 or above, or vocationally relevant industry standard
qualifications; ideally in the team area for which you are applying, desirable but not essential.
• Experience in curriculum development and or developing teaching and learning
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A growth mindset and strong emotional intelligence
What we can offer
The successful candidate can expect the College to fund any training required for the role, investment in their professional development, as well as an excellent benefits package including 35 days annual leave, a day off for your birthday, bank holidays and for this year additional time off at Easter and Christmas.
Still unsure if this is the right role for you?
If you would like the opportunity to discuss a potential application, please contact HR services on: hrservices@harlow-college.ac.uk
Please apply by clicking the apply button below or copying and pasting this link into your browser: https://tinyurl.com/bdh2whaf
Your supporting statement section of the application form must address the items listed in the 'Be the Expert' section of the role profile only, please provide examples.
Please ensure that your statement is no more than 1500 words
Closing date is Thursday 28th May 2026 @ 10 a.m.
Assessment Day: Thursday 4th June 2026
Dependant on the number of applications this may span more days.
The assessment process will consist of testing your ability to teach a lesson in a given subject, analysing data using a computer and a formal interview. If you require any additional support as part of this process, please do not hesitate to contact us.
This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
We are an equal opportunities employer and an Investors in Diversity Silver award holder, dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and communities.