Quality Assurance Coordinator

The Isle of Wight College; Newport; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

30 days pro-rata

Christmas shutdown

LGPS pension

Cycle to Work

Travel discounts

Hair & Beauty discounts

Free on site gym access

Free parking

On site Starbucks & restaurant

Eye Care Scheme

Job summary

The Isle of Wight College is seeking a proactive Quality Assurance Coordinator to drive continuous improvement across our FE, HE and apprenticeship provision. You will coordinate QA activities, guide staff with training, and work with awarding bodies to ensure compliance.

You will monitor quality risks, audits and external QA activity, turning evidence and data into practical recommendations for college-wide enhancements. Strong communication and organisational skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Assessor/Verifier qualification or willingness to achieve within 3 years.
• Maths and English Level 2 or willingness to complete within 18 months of joining the college.
• Good knowledge of FE, HE and apprenticeships.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate quality assurance and improvement activity
• Support colleagues through guidance, coaching and training
• Work closely with awarding organisations and external partners
• Monitor quality risks, audits and external quality assurance activity
• Turn evidence and data into clear recommendations for improvement

Skills

Communication

Analytical

Organisational skills

Education

Maths and English Level 2

Assessor/Verifier qualification

Job description

Quality Assurance Coordinator

Salary: AP07 (£26,110 - £30,765)

Hours: 37 hours per week to be worked in accordance with the requirements of the role

Are you passionate about quality and motivated by making a genuine difference to learners?

The Isle of Wight College is looking for a proactive and collaborative Quality Assurance Coordinator to help maintain high standards and drive continuous improvement across our further education, higher education and apprenticeship provision.

Working across the College, you will:

• Coordinate quality assurance and improvement activity
• Support colleagues through guidance, coaching and training
• Work closely with awarding organisations and external partners
• Monitor quality risks, audits and external quality assurance activity
• Turn evidence and data into clear recommendations for improvement

You will bring strong communication, analytical and organisational skills, together with knowledge of internal quality assurance processes. Relevant assessor qualifications are essential, or you must be willing to achieve them with our support.

If you enjoy building relationships, solving problems and helping others achieve excellence, we would love to hear from you.

What You Will Need

• Maths and English L2, or be willing to complete within 18 months of joining the college
• Assessor and Verifier qualification e.g. A1/V1 or Level 3 award or certificate in assessing vocational achievement or willingness to complete within 3 years of joining the college
• Good knowledge and understanding of further education, higher education and apprenticeships

Why Work With Us? – Your Benefits Package

Our staff enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits designed to support wellbeing, work life balance, and long term stability:

• 30 days pro-rata
• Christmas shutdown
• Access to Excellent Local Government pension scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Wightlink travel discounts
• Discounted Hair & Beauty treatments
• Free on site gym access
• Free parking
• On site Starbucks & restaurant
• Eye Care Scheme, Kaarp Benefits, and enhanced Maternity/Adoption & Sickness Schemes
• Free counselling and wellbeing support
• Regular CPD days, coaching, and staff development opportunities
• Wellbeing events and activities

The Isle of Wight College is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or age. We believe that a diverse workforce enhances our ability to provide high-quality education and fosters a culture of mutual respect and understanding. Join us in our mission to promote equality and inclusivity in education.

Please be aware that the Isle of Wight College may close the vacancy earlier than anticipated if a sufficient number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, it is recommended to submit your CV promptly.

The Isle of Wight College is a Disability Confidential Employer.

The successful candidate will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check. This is to ensure the safety and well-being of our students and staff. The Isle of Wight College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.