HE Curriculum Leader - English and Creative Writing: BA & MA, University Centre Peterborough
Inspire the next generation of writers and academics while shaping a vibrant HE curriculum in English and Creative Writing! In this busy and exciting role, you will lead the development, coordination, and delivery of the BA (Hons) English Literature and Creative Writing and MA Creative Writing programmes at University Centre Peterborough.
You will play a pivotal role in maintaining high-quality academic standards, driving student recruitment, and fostering an innovative, supportive learning environment that ensures student success and satisfaction across all study levels.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver high-quality, engaging teaching and learning across undergraduate and postgraduate creative writing and literature modules.
• Lead the day-to-day operational coordination, quality assurance, and ongoing development of assigned HE programmes, including managing a team of Lecturers.
• Manage the validation and re-validation of courses, ensuring alignment with QAA benchmarks and regulatory standards.
• Oversee student recruitment, applicant conversion, interviews, open days, and outreach activities for the curriculum area.
What we're looking for:
We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced academic with a strong background in English Literature and Creative Writing, as well as proven higher education teaching experience (minimum qualification to teach required; a PhD or working towards one is required for MA module delivery).
You will possess excellent communication, organisational,and leadership skills,with a track record of inspiring students and driving academic quality. E-learning expertise,a commitment to ongoing professional development, and a passion for student success, equality and safeguarding are essential.
Why work for IEG?
• Generous Leave: Up to 50 days of annual leave, inclusive of Bank Holidays and Christmas close down. (Pro-rata for part time staff)
• Competitive Pension: Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS), including life assurance and death-in-service benefits
• Health and Wellbeing: Benefit from a gym, free on-site parking, access to employee assistance programme and a friendly team atmosphere
• Professional Development: Ongoing training and development opportunities, including sponsorship for HE/professional qualifications
• Employee Benefits and Rewards: Vivup employee benefits, including lifestyle savings, eligibility to apply for a Blue Light Card, providing access to a wide range of national discounts
Salary: £38,627 – £42,163 per annum
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract: Permanent
Contract Type: All year round
Location: University Centre Peterborough
Find out more here
Deadline: 13 November 2026