Head of Curriculum & Assessment
CV-LibraryEdinburgh, City of EdinburghpermanentPosted: 18 June 2026
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Salary: Up £70,000 + excellent benefits
Join ICAS, one of the world's leading professional membership bodies, and play a key role in shaping the future of Chartered Accountancy education and assessment.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced curriculum and assessment leader to drive qualification standards, oversee curriculum governance, and ensure assessments remain robust, innovative and fit for the future.
Overview:
As a key member of the Learning leadership team, you will lead the development and governance of curriculum frameworks, learning outcomes and assessment standards across the ICAS qualification suite.
Key accountabilities:
* Future focused qualification development
* Curriculum & learning outcomes governance
* Assessment framework & standards
* Stakeholder engagement
* Leadership of technical assessment team
What we're looking for:
* Chartered Accountancy qualification or equivalent
* Curriculum & assessment leadership experience
* Professional body, awarding or HE background
* Experience of governance & quality assurance
* Confident leading technical specialists & teams
Why this opportunity:
* Shape accountancy professional standards
* Influence a globally recognised qualification
* Lead curriculum & assessment innovation
* Work with senior leaders across the profession
NOT FOR YOU - Refer & receive £300 when we place!
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Salary: Up £70,000 + excellent benefits
Join ICAS, one of the world's leading professional membership bodies, and play a key role in shaping the future of Chartered Accountancy education and assessment.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced curriculum and assessment leader to drive qualification standards, oversee curriculum governance, and ensure assessments remain robust, innovative and fit for the future.
Overview:
As a key member of the Learning leadership team, you will lead the development and governance of curriculum frameworks, learning outcomes and assessment standards across the ICAS qualification suite.
Key accountabilities:
* Future focused qualification development
* Curriculum & learning outcomes governance
* Assessment framework & standards
* Stakeholder engagement
* Leadership of technical assessment team
What we're looking for:
* Chartered Accountancy qualification or equivalent
* Curriculum & assessment leadership experience
* Professional body, awarding or HE background
* Experience of governance & quality assurance
* Confident leading technical specialists & teams
Why this opportunity:
* Shape accountancy professional standards
* Influence a globally recognised qualification
* Lead curriculum & assessment innovation
* Work with senior leaders across the profession
NOT FOR YOU - Refer & receive £300 when we place!
By applying, you consent to Newtons using your personal details to contact you