Quality Assurance Lead - Work Based Learning Construction

Cambridge Regional College; Huntingdon, Cambridge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Huntingdon is seeking an experienced Quality Lead to oversee high standards in apprenticeship programmes. The role involves managing a team, driving quality improvements, and ensuring KPI achievements. Candidates should have strong leadership skills and a commitment to educational excellence. This position offers a supportive work environment with numerous professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays

Excellent pension scheme

Discounted rates on Apple products

Free gym membership and discounted fitness classes

BUPA Health Expenses cash plan

Free on-site parking

Professional development opportunities

Employee Assistance Programme for counselling

Qualifications

• Experience in leading quality assurance in an educational setting.
• Understanding of the current apprenticeship system.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive ongoing quality improvement across apprenticeship programmes.
• Provide overarching quality assurance for full-time provisions.
• Inspire and manage a team to achieve learner outcomes.

Skills

Quality assurance leadership

Data analysis

People management

Report writing

Collaboration with apprentices

Job description

Overview

Are you a quality assurance expert with a drive for continuous improvement? Do you have a passion for ensuring excellence in education and training? We are looking for a Quality Lead to take charge of driving high standards across our apprenticeship programmes.

We are seeking an experienced and motivated Quality Lead to join our construction team as we continue our journey to excellence. Working with the Work Based Learning Manager, you will primarily manage a small team of assessors working across the Carpentry, Brickwork, and Maintenance Operations apprenticeship Standards. Closely monitoring the delivery of the programmes, you will ensure KPI\'s are consistently exceeded, using interventions where required to drive overall performance.

A background in teaching/assessing/quality assurance from a construction education setting is essential for this role along with a proven ability to motivate and support staff and provide high levels of overall team performance.

What You\'ll Do

• Lead the charge in driving ongoing quality improvement across our apprenticeship programmes.
• Provide overarching quality assurance for full-time provisions, ensuring top-tier performance.
• Inspire and manage a team, motivating them to achieve the best possible outcomes for every learner.
• Analyse data and produce detailed reports to support informed decision-making and drive impactful changes.
• Take an active role in the regular learner review process.

Who We\'re Looking For

• Proven experience in leading quality assurance.
• An in depth understanding of the current apprenticeship system.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to motivate and develop team members.
• Excellent report writing and data analysis skills, with the ability to present findings clearly and drive action.
• Proven experience of collaborating with apprentices and employers to ensure high levels of timely achievement.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking organisation dedicated to achieving excellence in education and training.
• Play a key role in shaping the future of our apprenticeship programmes, making a real impact on learner outcomes.
• Thrive in a collaborative and supportive work environment, where innovation and continuous improvement are at the heart of what we do.

Why Join CRC?

At Cambridge Regional College, we are proud to be a leading centre of learning, with modern campuses in Cambridge and Huntingdon. Our facilities are among the best in the country, providing a dynamic and energetic teaching environment. We value our staff and are proud to have achieved Investors in People Gold status-because we know it\'s our people who make the difference.

Perks of Working with Us

• Generous holiday entitlement plus bank holidays
• Excellent pension scheme
• Discounted rates on Apple products
• Free gym membership and discounted fitness classes
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
• Free on-site parking
• Exclusive high street and online discounts with Rewards@CRC
• On-campus Starbucks and Costa Coffee
• Free telephone counselling through our Employee Assistance Programme
• Opportunities for professional development and training

Cambridge Regional College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Therefore, we expect all workers and employees to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records with Barred List check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

The College reserves the right to fill this vacancy ahead of the closing date if a suitable candidate is found.