Director of Quality Improvement

DN Colleges Group; Doncaster; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Doncaster is seeking a Director of Quality Improvement to lead strategic initiatives aimed at enhancing educational quality. The ideal candidate will possess a relevant degree and quality assurance qualification, alongside proven leadership experience in educational settings. Key responsibilities include collaborating with curriculum leaders and ensuring compliance with quality frameworks. The role offers a competitive salary, professional development opportunities, and various employee perks including gym access and annual leave benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

35 bookable annual leave days

Professional development opportunities

Access to same-day GP appointments

On-site gym

Discounted hair and beauty treatments

Qualifications

• Proven experience of leading teaching and learning functions across an organization.
• Demonstrable success in improving teaching and learning outcomes.
• Strong knowledge of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction for teaching, learning, and assessment across the group.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives with curriculum leaders.
• Embed a robust quality framework with the Director of Quality Assurance.

Skills

Leadership in teaching and learning

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant degree

Recognized quality assurance qualification

Job description

Director of Quality Improvement

Are you passionate about driving excellence in teaching, learning and assessment? DN Colleges Group is seeking a dynamic and experienced Director of Quality Improvement to lead strategic initiatives that enhance the quality of provision across our further education programmes.

Reporting to the Vice Principal Quality, this group‑wide role will be central to shaping the future of teaching and learning at DN Colleges Group. You will work collaboratively with curriculum leaders and quality colleagues to implement impactful training, support staff development and ensure high standards are consistently achieved across all provision types.

Essential Criteria

• A relevant degree and a recognised quality assurance qualification
• Proven experience of leading teaching and learning functions across an organisation
• Demonstrable success in improving teaching and learning outcomes
• Strong knowledge of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework and quality assurance requirements
• Excellent communication, analytical and organisational skills

Key Responsibilities

• Lead strategic direction for teaching, learning and assessment across the group
• Collaborate with curriculum leaders to implement quality improvement initiatives
• Work with the Director of Quality Assurance to embed a robust quality framework
• Champion student voice as a key measure of teaching and learning effectiveness
• Oversee training and development programmes informed by lesson visits and performance reviews
• Maintain awareness of pedagogical developments and build external networks to inform practice
• Support the transition to new regulatory frameworks ensuring compliance and excellence

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary
• 35 bookable annual leave days, bank holidays and two weeks off at Christmas
• Professional development opportunities
• Access to same‑day GP appointments, high‑street discounts, discounted hair and beauty treatments and an electric car scheme
• On‑site gym and florist (site dependent)
• Access to our in‑house food hall and coffee shops

Additional Information

• Safer Recruitment: As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment all employees undergo safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS.
• Right to Work: Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

Closing date: 26th October

Interview date: 1st week of November – TBC

For further details about the role please email ___.

About DN Colleges Group

At DN Colleges Group we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.

Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct high‑quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east / west corridor from the Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire across the UK and internationally.

Our Values

• Innovation – We use our initiative and are agile in finding creative solutions.
• Responsibility – We take individual and collective responsibility.
• Equality – We work with integrity and are open, honest and respectful of each other.