Education Quality Assurance Specialist

3 weeks ago

Co West Midlands, United Kingdom Teaching Personnel Full time
About Us

We are a leading provider of education and training solutions, dedicated to supporting the development of educational professionals. Our mission is to empower educators to deliver high-quality learning experiences that transform the lives of children and young people.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Internal Quality Assurance Lead to join our team. As a key member of our quality assurance team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the high quality of our apprenticeships, particularly in Early Years education. Your primary responsibility will be to conduct quality assurance and improvement activities, focusing on formative assessment and ensuring compliance with awarding body requirements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Conduct quality assurance and improvement activities in line with the IQA strategy and awarding body requirements, focusing on formative assessment.
  • Develop and implement risk-based sampling plans, ensuring alignment with IQA strategy.
  • Ensure compliance with DfE funding rules and internal quality standards, driving continuous improvement throughout the learning journey.
  • Participate in External Quality Assurance (EQA) visits and maintain Awarding Organisation compliance.
  • Provide mentoring and coaching to Apprenticeship Tutors, focusing on innovative formative assessment practices.
  • Facilitate ongoing development for Apprenticeship Tutors and delivery team, including induction training and continuous professional development (CPD), ensuring they meet teaching and assessment standards.
  • Support tutors in completing Assessor and IQA qualifications, helping to develop their professional practice and ensuring compliance with teaching and assessment standards.
  • Engage in reflective practice and seek feedback for personal and professional growth.
  • Work collaboratively across departments to develop and implement quality improvement strategies.
  • Share best practices and innovative assessment approaches through team meetings, cross-departmental projects, and external collaborations.
  • Engage in regular CPD events, standardisation activities, and professional development to keep up with industry changes and regulatory updates.
  • Contribute to the development of the Self-Assessment Review and Quality Improvement Plan, ensuring the provision consistently meets the needs of learners and employers.
Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding

We are committed to promoting equality, diversity, and safeguarding in all our interactions with learners, staff, and visitors. As an Internal Quality Assurance Lead, you will support and promote our commitment to these values, acting as the Designated Safeguarding Officer for your regional team of Apprenticeship tutors.

Requirements
  • Teaching and Learning qualification (Level 4 or above).
  • Occupational Competence at Level 5 in Early Years Education and/or Teaching.
  • Extensive experience in quality improvement and assurance within apprenticeships.
  • Strong communication, and coaching skills, with an ability to provide motivational and developmental feedback.
  • Familiarity with regulatory bodies such as Ofsted and the ESFA/DfE.
  • Commitment to professional development and staying updated on best practices and regulatory standards.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of ESFA funding rules, Ofsted's Education Inspection Framework, and other relevant quality standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Ability to analyse and interpret data effectively, identify trends, and make evidence-based recommendations for improvement.
  • Proficiency with digital learning platforms and assessment tools, with experience in technology-enhanced learning.
Benefits
  • 28 days holiday and an extra day for each year you stay with us, up to a maximum of 33 days, plus bank holidays.
  • We pay for a Healthcare Plan once you've passed probation, which includes access to a private GP.
  • From day 1, free life insurance covering up to x4 your salary.
  • We'll both add money into your pension pot after 3 months.
  • Get 25% off online learning resources for year 1 to GCSE with EdPlace.
  • Choose what flexible benefits you want after you've passed probation - this could be buying extra holiday, dental, topping up your healthcare plan, bikes, gym membership, electric cars, and give as you earn.

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