Quality & Compliance Lead

Ginger Nut Media Ltd (Trading as Ginger Nut Training); United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 34,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A national training provider in the UK is seeking a Quality & Compliance Lead to oversee quality assurance and tutor development. The role includes interim Safeguarding Lead responsibilities and focuses on continuous improvement in apprenticeship delivery. Candidates must have experience in quality assurance, an understanding of DfE funding rules, and relevant qualifications. This opportunity offers a full-time position with a salary up to £40,000 and potential for career progression.

Qualifications

• Experience in quality assurance and safeguarding compliance.
• Strong understanding of DfE funding rules and audit processes.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead on quality assurance and compliance across apprenticeship provision.
• Conduct observations of teaching and learning.
• Assist with internal audits and external quality assurance preparations.

Skills

Quality assurance

Safeguarding

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Coaching

Education

Level 5+ Teaching qualification

Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance

Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and English

Tools

OneFile

Job description

Quality & Compliance Lead (Includes Safeguarding Lead Interim Function)

Salary - DOE, up to £40,000 per year

Remote-Based Working Role (09:00 - 17:00)

We’re seeking a proactive and experienced Quality & Compliance professional to join our award-winning, Ofsted GOOD-rated national training provider. This full-time role includes an interim responsibility for the Safeguarding Lead function during maternity leave, while primarily focusing on quality assurance, compliance, and tutor development across apprenticeship and functional skills delivery.

This is a growth opportunity with a strong likelihood of progression into a management role, with future line management responsibilities as the team expands.

You’ll lead on quality assurance and compliance across apprenticeship and functional skills provision, support tutor development, and ensure robust safeguarding practices during the interim period. You’ll work closely with Senior Tutors and curriculum leads to drive continuous improvement and prepare for future leadership responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as interim Safeguarding Lead during maternity leave, ensuring timely response to safeguarding concerns and supporting the wider safeguarding team
• Conduct observations of teaching and learning across apprenticeship and functional skills delivery
• Support Tutors with accurate off-the-job training recording and compliance coaching
• Assist with internal audits and preparation for external quality assurance visits
• Monitor and report on quality and compliance across apprenticeship, ALS, and Functional Skills delivery
• Support the development and implementation of Tutor CPD plans, working closely with Senior Tutors
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of teaching, learning, and assessment practices
• Collaborate with curriculum leads to ensure delivery aligns with sector best practice and learner needs
• Prepare for future line management responsibilities as the role evolves
• Evaluate and improve inclusive teaching through shadowing, coaching and feedback
• Collaborate with Tutors to embed accessibility and progression into curriculum design
• Champion inclusive careers education and support apprentices in overcoming barriers

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in quality assurance, safeguarding, and apprenticeship compliance
• Strong understanding of DfE funding rules, OTJ training, and audit processesExperience conducting teaching observations and supporting tutor development
• Excellent communication, coaching, and organisational skills
• Level 5 + Teaching qualification (e.g DTLLS, CertEd, PGCE)
• Level 4 Certificate in Leading the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice (or equivalent IQA qualification)
• Functional Skills Level 2 or equivalent in Maths and English
• Robust knowledge of Safeguarding, Prevent, and Equality & Diversity
• Familiarity with OneFile and other e-portfolio systems
• Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) Training – recent and relevant
• Strong knowledge of DfE funding rules and ILR compliance

Desirable Certifications

• Level 3 Certificate in Assessing Vocational Achievement (CAVA)
• Coaching or Mentoring Qualification – e.g. ILM Level 3 or 5
• Functional Skills Tutor Certification
• Mental Health First Aid Certification – desirable for safeguarding and learner wellbeing support

Safeguarding Commitment

Ginger Nut Training is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles are subject to DBS checks and satisfactory references.

Disability Confident Commitment

As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:

• ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
• offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job

How to Request Reasonable Adjustments

If you require any reasonable adjustments for the interview process, please let us know. You can do this by:

• Indicating your needs in your application email or form.
• Contacting our recruitment team directly at 0207 495 5110 / [e-mail]
• Providing details of the adjustments you require, such as accessible interview locations, additional time for assessments, or alternative formats for interview materials.

Suitability to Work with Children

All roles involving regular contact with learners are considered regulated activity under the Safeguarding Vulnerable Groups Act 2006 and the Childcare Act 2006. Therefore, successful applicants must demonstrate their suitability to work with children and young people. This includes disclosing any relevant convictions, cautions, or other information that may affect their eligibility.

Legal Compliance

These roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, meaning applicants must declare both spent and unspent convictions unless they are protected under filtering rules.

Ginger Nut Training follows the DBS Code of Practice and ensures all information is handled fairly and confidentially.

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