Head of Quality Improvement (Teaching, Learning & Assessment - TLA)

Lakes College; Workington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous annual leave

Local Government Pension Scheme

Excellent CPD opportunities

Free onsite parking

Subsidised onsite restaurant

Cycle scheme

Discounted gym membership

Job summary

Lakes College in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Head of Quality Improvement (Teaching, Learning and Assessment) to lead the TLA improvement strategy, develop a robust CPD programme, and drive excellence in teaching and learner outcomes.

Reporting to the Head of Quality Assurance, you will supervise a team of Quality Practitioners, use data and learner feedback to set priorities, and cultivate inclusive, high-quality teaching across the college.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of improving teaching, learning and assessment.
• Experience delivering and co-ordinating high-quality staff development and coaching.
• Strong understanding of curriculum design, delivery and evaluation.
• Experience observing and evaluating teaching practice.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Engagement with staff in building confidence and positive relationships
• A research-informed approach to quality improvement and educational practice.
• A recognised teaching qualification and degree-level education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the College's Teaching, Learning and Assessment improvement strategy.
• Develop and deliver an impactful programme of quality improvement and professional development.
• Design and coordinate a comprehensive annual CPD programme for teaching and support staff.
• Lead lesson observations, quality reviews and monitoring activities across all provision.
• Support colleagues through coaching, mentoring and targeted development interventions.
• Use quality intelligence, learner feedback and performance data to inform improvement priorities.
• Manage and develop a team of Quality Practitioners.
• Promote inclusive, outstanding teaching practices that support learner success and progression.

Skills

Quality improvement

Staff development

Leadership

Curriculum design

Observing teaching

Communication

Staff coaching

Research-informed practice

Education

Teaching qualification

Degree-level education

Job description

Head of Quality Improvement (Teaching, Learning & Assessment- TLA)

Ready to Lead Quality Improvement in TLA Across the College?

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced, ambitious and inspirational leader to join our Quality Team as Head of Quality Improvement (Teaching, Learning and Assessment).

Working closely with the Head of Quality Assurance, the successful candidate will play a key strategic role in driving continuous improvement in teaching, learning and assessment across the College. You will lead on the development of high-quality teaching practice, support the professional development of staff, and champion innovative approaches that enhance learner engagement, achievement and outcomes.

As a member of the College's quality leadership team, you will contribute significantly to our ambition of becoming an exceptional provider, ensuring that learners benefit from outstanding educational experiences and that staff are empowered to achieve excellence in their practice. This role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on learner success, curriculum quality and the overall student experience across the College.

About the Role

As Head of Quality Improvement (TLA), you will:

• Lead the College's Teaching, Learning and Assessment (TLA) improvement strategy.
• Develop and deliver an impactful programme of quality improvement and professional development.
• Design and coordinate a comprehensive annual CPD programme for teaching and support staff.
• Lead lesson observations, quality reviews and monitoring activities across all provision.
• Support colleagues through coaching, mentoring and targeted development interventions.
• Use quality intelligence, learner feedback and performance data to inform improvement priorities.
• Manage and develop a team of Quality Practitioners.
• Promote inclusive, outstanding teaching practices that support learner success and progression.

About You

We are looking for an individual who can demonstrate:

• A proven track record of improving teaching, learning and assessment.
• Experience of delivering and co-ordinating high-quality staff development and coaching colleagues to improve performance.
• Strong understanding of curriculum design, delivery and evaluation.
• Experience of observing and evaluating teaching practice.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication and leadership skills.
• Engagement with staff in building confidence and positive relationships
• A research-informed approach to quality improvement and educational practice.
• A recognised teaching qualification and degree-level education.

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity to:

• Influence the direction of quality improvement across the College.
• Work closely with senior leaders and curriculum teams.
• Develop your leadership experience.
• Make a significant impact on learner achievement, experience and outcomes.

Interested?

We encourage applications from colleagues who share our commitment to excellence, innovation and enabling people to recognise and develop their potential.

If you would like an informal discussion about the role, please contact Dani Taylor ([e-mail] )-Assistant Principal – Quality, Performance & Innovation.

WHAT WE CAN OFFER YOU!

• Generous annual leave – 40 days plus 8 days bank holiday plus 2 discretionary days
• Automatic entry into Local Government Pension Scheme
• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.
• Excellent CPD opportunities to grow and development through mentorship and coaching.
• Free onsite parking.
• Subsidised onsite restaurant.
• A cycle scheme tech scheme and discounted gym membership.
• Fantastic facilities to resource our ability to teach our students.