What are the responsibilities and job description for the Programme Leader in Engineering position at Blackpool and The Fylde College?
The Role
The Engineering Department is looking for a dedicated Programme Leader in Engineering to lead and inspire our engineering department. This is a fantastic opportunity to guide curriculum development, foster academic excellence, and shape the future of engineering education at one of the UK’s leading colleges.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
As a Programme Leader in Engineering, you will play a central role in delivering and leading high-quality teaching and curriculum design. Key responsibilities include:
We welcome applicants from a variety of educational backgrounds—including those with experience in schools, Further Education (FE), and Higher Education (HE). What matters most is your passion for engineering education and your ability to inspire the next generation of engineers.
About The Engineering Team At B&FC
Our engineering team is committed to excellence in technical education and innovation, equipping students with the skills and expertise needed for a successful career in engineering. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic learning environment that blends theoretical understanding with hands-on practical skills.
Why Join Us?
At B&FC, you will be part of an innovative and supportive academic community, passionate about technical education and student success. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of engineering education and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students, all while advancing your own career in a progressive institution.
Interested? Apply Early!
If you are excited about this opportunity to lead the next generation of engineers, submit your application today. We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
This position attracts a competitive salary plus a potential non-contractual scarcity payment (T&Cs Apply). Please discuss at interview stage.
Rewards and Benefits
Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™
B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting Disclosure Calculator
The Engineering Department is looking for a dedicated Programme Leader in Engineering to lead and inspire our engineering department. This is a fantastic opportunity to guide curriculum development, foster academic excellence, and shape the future of engineering education at one of the UK’s leading colleges.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
As a Programme Leader in Engineering, you will play a central role in delivering and leading high-quality teaching and curriculum design. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading curriculum design, development, and delivery to ensure an exceptional student learning experience.
- Managing and coordinating the day-to-day operations of engineering courses, including monitoring quality indicators such as attendance, retention, and success.
- Developing learning resources and innovative teaching practices to enhance learning outcomes in both digital and face-to-face environments.
- Engaging in the through interviews, Open Days, and curriculum events.
- Contributing to the engineering academic community by staying current in your field and sharing knowledge through research and professional practice.
We welcome applicants from a variety of educational backgrounds—including those with experience in schools, Further Education (FE), and Higher Education (HE). What matters most is your passion for engineering education and your ability to inspire the next generation of engineers.
About The Engineering Team At B&FC
Our engineering team is committed to excellence in technical education and innovation, equipping students with the skills and expertise needed for a successful career in engineering. We pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic learning environment that blends theoretical understanding with hands-on practical skills.
Why Join Us?
At B&FC, you will be part of an innovative and supportive academic community, passionate about technical education and student success. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of engineering education and make a meaningful impact on the lives of our students, all while advancing your own career in a progressive institution.
Interested? Apply Early!
If you are excited about this opportunity to lead the next generation of engineers, submit your application today. We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications.
This position attracts a competitive salary plus a potential non-contractual scarcity payment (T&Cs Apply). Please discuss at interview stage.
Rewards and Benefits
Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™
- Enhanced leave allowance of 50 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
- Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
- Competitive pension scheme:
- Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
- Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 19.3% employer contribution
- Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
- Agile working opportunities
- Enhanced Family friendly policies
- Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
- Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
- Occupational Health
- FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
- FREE eye tests
- Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
- FREE healthy breakfast
- Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
- Health and beauty salon
- Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)
- Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
- FREE car parking
- Car lease scheme
- Cycle to work scheme
- Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks
B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting Disclosure Calculator