Curriculum Developer
28AI USED FOR28%moving to73%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£22,000 - £28,000
NO MOATNo physical, legal or personal barrier protects this work from software.
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Curriculum Developer
As a Curriculum Developer, you play a pivotal role in shaping the educational landscape, ensuring that learners receive high-quality, engaging content tailored to their needs. Your expertise not only enhances student outcomes but also contributes to the broader mission of fostering a skilled and knowledgeable workforce in the UK and beyond.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
AI helps here, but has not taken over
AI is already used for some of this job, but the day-to-day work still leans on a person to decide, check and take responsibility. Nothing formally protects this job though, so the safest move is to keep building the judgement AI cannot yet copy.
Career progression path
1FIRST STEPJunior Curriculum DeveloperIn this entry-level role, you will assist in the development of curriculum materials, support experienced developers, and gain hands-on experience in educational settings.£22,000 - £28,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Curriculum DeveloperAs a mid-level developer, you will take on more complex projects, lead curriculum development initiatives, and mentor junior staff.£35,000 - £45,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Curriculum Developer/Head of CurriculumIn this peak career role, you will oversee curriculum strategy, lead large teams, and influence educational policy at a national level.£55,000+
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The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Physical Education and School SportSheffield Hallam University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Education 3-7 years (Lpr)York St John University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Education with QTSUniversity of Sunderland · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
🎓Primary Teacher Education (Campus-Based)Global Banking School Limited · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£30,000 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
Recommended UK degrees
Real courses that qualify you for this career, from the same register that priced the degree above.
Physical EducationUniversity of Edinburgh · DegreePhysical Education and School SportSheffield Hallam University · DegreePrimary Education 3-7 years (Lpr)York St John University · DegreePrimary Education with QTSUniversity of Sunderland · DegreePrimary Teacher Education (Campus-Based)Global Banking School Limited · DegreeEducationQahe (Lm) Limited · Degree