Curriculum Improvement Advisor

Job description

Post No. POSN004335 - Curriculum Improvement Advisor

The Education Service is seeking to recruit a Curriculum Improvement Advisor for Engagement and Learning.

This post holder will provide direct support to the Assistant Head of Education for Engagement and Learning to realise the Council's aims and objectives in relation to education and positive outcomes for children and young people. The post holder will have a specific focus on reducing the impact of poverty, securing effective destinations, developing community focused schools and Emotional Health and Mental Wellbeing.

Responsibilities are fully detailed in the attached job description, and include:

- Collaborate with the Assistant Head of Education for Engagement and Learning to lead key areas of the Education Service to secure positive education experiences for children and young people at all stages of education
- Line manage of a team of officers
- Set and monitor progress towards targets for key performance indicators within the annual service plan
- Identify and disseminate good practice through a range of initiatives, including the provision of training and support, at an LA, cluster, school and individual staff level
- Deputise for the Assistant Head of Education as and when appropriate and undertake any other dutes commensurate with the grade.
- Represent the Council in networking with a range of agencies, forums and partners at a local, regional and national level.

Possession of a current driver's licence is a necessary requirement for this post.

This position is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

If you would like more information about this post, please contact Rebecca Sims, Assistant Head of Education for Engagement and Learning ([email protected])

This document is available in Welsh / Mae'r ddogfen hon ar gael yn Gymraeg

Closing date: Monday 14th September 2026
Shortliating: Friday 18th September 2026
Interviews: Monday 28th September 2026

We welcome applications for all our jobs in either Welsh or English. An application submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application submitted in English.

Newport City Council is committed to working towards its workforce being more representative of the population that we serve and particularly welcomes applications from people from minority ethnic communities represented (or living) in the city. Selection will be made on ability and skills to undertake the role.

Newport City Council is not currently supporting applicants with sponsorship for right to work. In applying for a vacancy, applicants should already have the right to work in the UK.

Our values - Fairness for all, Making a difference, Being responsible, Working together
Ein gwerthoedd - Tegwch ar gyfer pawb, Gwneud Gwahaniaeth, Bod yn gufrifol, Gweithio gydan gilydd