Quality Improvement Lead - Education

Aspris; Wirksworth CP; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspris invites applications for the role of Quality and Governance Advisor, which entails improving educational standards across our Specialist Schools. This remote position involves working closely with school leadership teams to ensure safety and quality in delivery, diversified educational needs, and compliance with legislative standards. Successful candidates will enjoy numerous benefits including flexible annual leave and professional growth opportunities.

Benefits

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Employee recognition scheme

Tech scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Comprehensive induction plan

Wellbeing support

Ongoing training and career progression

Qualifications

• Experience across multiple Key Stages with proven leadership.
• Trained in safeguarding, with understanding of Ofsted standards.
• Ability to lead system-wide initiatives effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support operational quality across schools and childcare settings.
• Coach leaders to enhance standards and improve education quality.
• Monitor compliance with regulatory standards and organizational goals.

Skills

SEND provision and inclusion

Collaboration

Innovation

IT literacy

Data analysis

Organisational skills

Education

Degree level or equivalent qualification

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Join Our Governance and Risk Team Make a Real Impact in Specialist Education!

We’re thrilled to offer an exciting opportunity to join our Governance and Risk team at Aspris, supporting the delivery of high-quality education through our Education Service Delivery Model. This remote-based role, with weekly travel to schools or colleges, reports directly to the Head of Quality Education and plays a pivotal part in driving excellence across our Specialist Schools.

As a Quality And Governance Advisor, You Will

• Provide assurance and expert support for operational quality and safety across a portfolio of schools.
• Deliver coaching, guidance and auditing to help services meet and exceed the standards set out in the ESDM.
• Work responsively and proactively with Senior Leadership Teams, helping them to embed best practices and continuously improve the quality of education and care.
• This is a dynamic role for someone who thrives on collaboration, innovation and impact, supporting schools to deliver outstanding outcomes for children and young people.
  
  

We Are Looking For

• Specialist in SEND provision and inclusion, with a strong understanding of diverse learner needs.
• Experienced across multiple Key Stages, with a proven ability to lead and support effectively.
• Holds relevant professional qualifications educated to degree level or equivalent. NPQSL, NPQH, or NPQEL preferred.
• Demonstrates the ability to lead whole-school or system-wide initiatives, with clear evidence of impact at both local and multi-school levels.
• IT literate, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and other IT systems; able to analyse and use data to drive improved outcomes for settings and young people.
• Trained in safeguarding in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) 2024/25; Level 5 training available upon appointment.
• Strong operational understanding of regulatory standards, including Ofsted. Familiarity with the Independent School Standards is advantageous but not essential.
• Understands key measures of service effectiveness, including standards, evidence, assessment, outcomes, and feedback from young people and families.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise workload and consistently meet agreed deadlines.
• Acts as a role model, demonstrating commitment, belief, and aspiration for the service and its values.
• Proactively seeks opportunities for professional development, both for self and others.
  
  

Benefits

By joining our friendly and supportive team, you will also be part of a company that invests in you for personal and professional development and provide a range of benefits including:

• 25 days annual leave plus 8 days bank holiday, plus birthday day leave. 25 days increase to 27 and then 30 days based on length of service
• Aspris rewards and discount scheme
• Comprehensive induction plan
• Pension scheme
• Commitment to your on-going training and career progression
• We cover the cost of your enhanced disclosure check (if required)
• Employee recognition scheme
• Employee assistance programme
• Tech Scheme - can buy tech and then pay it back through salary sacrifice
• Cycle to work scheme - can buy a bike and then pay it back through salary sacrifice
• Wellbeing support
  
  

Please note for this role you require access to a car and hold a full driving license