Further Education
Education for Industry Group (Fashion Retail Academy and London College of Beauty Therapy)
Fixed-term Contract until 30 September 2026
Part-Time - 0.5FTE
Working Pattern: Days TBC, to be discussed at interview
FRA Academy: Electra House – London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE or LCBT Academy: 3-5 Fashion Street, London, E1 6PX
About EFI Group
EFI Group has a bold mission to transform lives, careers and industries through pioneering, industry-led education in fashion, beauty and apprenticeships. Our vision is to deliver exceptional learning experiences, driven by innovation, inclusion, employability, and excellence.
About the role
EFI Group is developing a new generation of Level 4 programmes across the Fashion Retail Academy (FRA) and London College of Beauty Therapy (LCBT) and we are looking for Programme Development Managers to help bring this work to life. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of:
- Industry need
- Curriculum innovation
- Ofqual-regulated qualification design
We are seeking Programme Development Managers for the FRA and LCBT to play a key role in translating emerging programme concepts into fully structured, qualification-ready designs, ensuring alignment between delivery, qualification frameworks, and labour market insight. Working closely with curriculum leaders, industry partners, and EFI Awards, you will help ensure that what we design is not only engaging and industry-relevant, but also robust, scalable, and governable. This is a fast-moving development project, with key milestones over the coming months.
What you'll be doing:
- Designing Level 4 programmes aligned to real industry skills needs
- Structuring units, learning outcomes, and assessment approaches
- Working with EFI Awards to ensure qualification compliance
- Supporting employer engagement and industry working groups
- Using labour market insight to shape curriculum content
- Embedding both technical and broader skills into programme design
- Contributing to how student skills are tracked and evidenced
We’re looking for individuals who:
- Have experience delivering or designing Level 4+ provision
- Understand curriculum design and assessment at this level
- Can translate ideas into clear, structured programme content
- Are confident working with industry stakeholders
- Can balance innovation with regulatory requirements
- Bring expertise in fashion, beauty, retail or related sectors
Why Join Us:
- Be part of a strategic curriculum and qualification build
- Work on a high-profile development project with industry partners
- Help shape new qualifications
- Influence how future skills are defined, delivered and assessed
Why The EFI?
We foster a culture where our team members can lean on each other, recognise each other, and celebrate together! At EFI, we prioritise your growth and wellbeing with a range of fantastic benefits, including:
Funded Professional Qualifications: Support for personal and professional development, including a personal growth allowance of £400 annually, paid for professional qualifications, LinkedIn Learning access and annual CPD.
Generous and Flexible Leave Options: A range of enhanced leave options, including birthday and celebration leave.
Market-Leading Family-Friendly Pay: Including six months of fully paid maternity, adoption, and shared parental leave.
Monthly Wellbeing Allowance: Including a customisable monthly wellbeing allowance of £50, and funded counselling/CBT through Education Support Employee Assistant Programme.
Pension: We offer a 5% employer pension contribution, supporting you in planning for your future.
To explore the full range of our benefits, please click here.
Salary:
Pro rata of up to £46,000 per annum (full-time equivalent), depending on qualifications and experience.
How to apply/Next Steps:
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Closing Date:
8am on Monday, 13 April 2026. Please note that we will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis, so early applications are encouraged.
Interviews/Recruitment Day:
Interviews will take place on a rolling basis and will be held in person at FRA, Electra House, London, Moorgate EC2M 6SE.
More Information/Contact us:
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For more information about the EFI Group, visit our EFI, FRA and LCBT websites and refer to the job description.
Please contact [email protected] for further information.
The EFI is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. Candidates offered positions will be required to undergo thorough safeguarding background checks as a condition of the offer.
Thank you for sharing our values and commitment to student safety.
