Education Quality Manager

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Learning Provider in Birmingham seeks a Curriculum Quality Manager to enhance quality assurance in Early Years education. This role offers a hybrid working model and a competitive salary, with opportunities to influence learner outcomes and work within a supportive team.

Benefits

25 days holiday + Bank Holidays

Early finish on Fridays

Two seasonal company parties per year

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years' experience in Quality Assurance within FE or apprenticeships.
• Confident in preparing for and contributing to Ofsted inspections.

Responsibilities

• Leading QA activities aligned to Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework.
• Managing and developing the SAR and QIP.
• Overseeing complaints, appeals, and learner feedback processes.

Skills

Quality Assurance

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Education

Experience in Early Years Education

Knowledge of Apprenticeship Standards

Job description

An excellent opportunity has arisen for a Curriculum Quality Manager to join a growing Learning Provider, specialising in Early Years education. Based in a vibrant part of central Birmingham, with excellent transport links, you will have the flexibility of 1-2 days WFH. This business champions a strong work-life balance, so if you’re an experienced Curriculum Quality Manager or an ambitious Lead IQA ready to step into a strategic leadership role, then we want to speak with you!

Do you thrive in a purpose-driven environment where your expertise directly improves learner outcomes? If so, I’m currently looking for a confident and knowledgeable Quality professional who wants the opportunity to help shape the future of the Quality and Compliance provision. Ideally, you’ll bring experience from within the Early Years education sector and a strong understanding of the unique challenges and standards of independent training providers. However, if you feel you meet most but not all these requirements, we would still love to hear from you!

The Role

As a Curriculum Quality Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in driving quality assurance across the organisation. You’ll have a passion for continuously monitoring and improving standards, ensuring compliance with Ofsted and funding requirements, and supporting curriculum development to enhance the learner experience.

Key responsibilities include

1. Leading QA activities aligned to Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework
2. Managing and developing the SAR and QIP
3. Working closely with Awarding Bodies and internal teams to maintain high standards
4. Supporting QAR performance through data analysis and improvement planning
5. Leading curriculum reviews and resource enhancements
6. Taking ownership of the Matrix accreditation process
7. Occasional travel to other office locations to collaborate with colleagues
8. Overseeing complaints, appeals, and learner feedback processes

What we’re looking for

1. Minimum 3 years' experience in Quality Assurance within FE or apprenticeships
2. Strong working knowledge of apprenticeship standards and ESFA funding rules
3. Confident in preparing for and contributing to Ofsted inspections (Nominee experience is a bonus)
4. Strategic thinker with excellent communication skills
5. Previous experience in Early Years education is highly desirable
6. Hybrid working model

What’s in it for you

1. A chance to genuinely influence quality and learner outcomes in a respected, rapidly growing organisation
2. Salary between £45,000 – £50,000 (depending on experience)
3. 25 days holiday + Bank Holidays
4. Hybrid working (1-2 days from home each week)
5. Early finish on Fridays
6. Two seasonal company parties per year
7. Working within a collaborative and supportive team environment

If you’re passionate about quality in education and ready to join a provider that values your contributions, contact Ross Murray-Smith, Work Based Learning Recruitment Consultant.