HE Quality Manager

Education Partnership North East; Sunderland; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks a proactive leader for higher education quality assurance. The role includes leading quality improvement processes, enhancing teaching standards, and managing partnerships. The ideal candidate holds a First Degree, has at least 2 years of relevant experience, and is a Fellow of HEA. Salary ranges from £40,515 to £42,979, with generous benefits including 35 days' holiday and flexible working options.

Benefits

35 days holiday plus public holidays

Generous family leave and flexible working options

Teacher Pensions Scheme (23.68%)

Access to retail discounts

Dental, eye care, and health cash plans

Extensive wellbeing support

Free parking

Free Gym access at Bede Campus

Qualifications

• Minimum Level 2 Maths and English qualification.
• At least 2 years experience in the higher education sector.
• Experience of programme development and validation.
• Experience working with University or Higher Education awarding organisations.
• Experience leading or contributing to HE quality assurance processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the implementation and monitoring of HE quality assurance processes.
• Work closely with HE teaching staff to enhance the quality of teaching.
• Manage partnerships with Higher Education awarding organisations.
• Support faculties in producing annual monitoring reports.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Collaboration

Data analysis

Education

First Degree or equivalent

Fellow of HEA and/or Teaching qualification

Tools

Management information systems

Job description

Our Journey & Values

We nurture our very special culture. Our unifying values framework, "The actions we take, the choices we make," represents the character of our college group. It is grounded in the belief that every action, by every individual, contributes to our success. We encourage empowered individuals, personal accountability, and growth. Building on our remarkable past, creativity, and pioneering spirit, we move forward with courage into the future, continuously improving, remaining action-oriented, and innovating to make a significant difference for the world we live in. Join our changemaking community and help shape a better tomorrow.

Our Journey & Values

As an employer, we prioritize cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture where staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset and are committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

About the Candidate

We're seeking a proactive, detail-oriented leader passionate about educational excellence with an understanding of Higher Education quality frameworks. The ideal candidate will be an effective communicator, collaborative team player, and analytical thinker who uses data to drive positive change. This person will foster a high-performance culture, ensure continuous improvement, and influence quality standards that impact student outcomes and experience.

About the Role

This role offers the opportunity to shape the quality of Higher Education provision at a multi-site College. It involves high-level collaboration across departments and external partners. It's an excellent opportunity for career development in academic leadership, policy influence, and institutional quality management, with access to professional development and national quality networks like Advance HE.

Role Responsibilities

1. Lead the implementation and monitoring of HE quality assurance and improvement processes across all campuses.
2. Work closely with HE teaching staff to develop and enhance the quality of teaching, learning, and assessment.
3. Provide guidance on the development, validation, and continuous enhancement of HE programmes.
4. Manage partnerships with Higher Education awarding organisations, ensuring compliance and academic integrity.
5. Analyze data from sources such as OFS, NSS, and Graduate Outcomes to inform quality improvements.
6. Support faculties in producing annual monitoring reports, self-evaluations, and quality improvement plans.

Minimum Requirements

• First Degree or equivalent
• Minimum Level 2 Maths and English qualification
• Fellow of HEA and/or Teaching qualification
• At least 2 years experience in the higher education sector
• Experience of programme development and validation
• Experience working with University or Higher Education Awarding organisations
• Experience using metrics and management information systems for improvement
• Experience leading or contributing to HE quality assurance processes
• Collaborative working with colleagues and students for successful HE outcomes

Salary & Benefits

£40,515 to £42,979 per annum

About Education Partnership North East (EPNE)

Our purpose is to "unlock potential, create opportunities, and transform lives through outstanding education, skills, and training." We are committed to tackling inequalities, removing barriers, and improving life chances for the communities we serve. Join EPNE and benefit from a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, including:

• 35 days holiday plus public holidays
• Generous family leave and flexible working options
• Teacher Pensions Scheme (23.68%)
• Access to retail discounts via myLifestyle benefits platform
• Dental, eye care, and health cash plans
• Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub
• Free parking on most campuses
• Free Gym access at Bede Campus

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