Quality Lead - Apprenticeships & Work Based Learning

JR United Kingdom; Cambridgeshire and Peterborough; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization in education and training seeks a Quality Lead to enhance apprenticeship programmes. The role involves managing a team, ensuring high standards, and driving continuous improvement. Ideal candidates will have a background in quality assurance and a passion for education.

Benefits

Discounted Apple products

Free gym membership and discounted fitness classes

BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services

Free on-site parking

Exclusive discounts with Rewards

On-campus Starbucks and Costa Coffee

Free employee assistance counselling services

Opportunities for professional development and training

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading quality assurance.
• Deep understanding of the current apprenticeship system.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead ongoing quality improvement across apprenticeship programmes.
• Motivate and manage a team to achieve excellent outcomes for learners.
• Analyze data and produce reports to inform decisions.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

Data Analysis

Report Writing

Job description

Quality Lead - Apprenticeships & Work Based Learning

Location: Cambridge

Start Date: ASAP

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 seek an experienced and motivated Quality Lead to join our construction team. Working with the Work Based Learning Manager, you will manage a small team of assessors across Carpentry, Brickwork, and Maintenance Operations apprenticeship Standards. You will monitor programme delivery, ensure KPI’s are exceeded, and implement interventions to enhance performance.

Ideally, you will have a background in teaching, assessing, or quality assurance within construction education. Alternatively, demonstrate strong knowledge of apprenticeship Standards delivery, with the ability to motivate and support staff to achieve high performance.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead ongoing quality improvement across apprenticeship programmes.
2. Provide overarching quality assurance for full-time provisions, ensuring top-tier performance.
3. Motivate and manage a team to achieve excellent outcomes for learners.
4. Analyze data and produce reports to inform decisions and drive improvements.
5. Participate actively in learner review processes.

Candidate Requirements:

1. Proven experience in leading quality assurance.
2. Deep understanding of the current apprenticeship system.
3. Strong leadership and people management skills.
4. Excellent report writing and data analysis skills.
5. Experience collaborating with apprentices and employers to ensure timely achievement.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a forward-thinking organization committed to excellence in education and training.
• Shape the future of our apprenticeship programmes and impact learner outcomes.
• Enjoy a collaborative and supportive work environment focused on innovation and continuous improvement.

Perks:

• Discounted Apple products
• Free gym membership and discounted fitness classes
• BUPA Health Expenses cash plan and Occupational Health services
• Free on-site parking
• Exclusive discounts with Rewards
• On-campus Starbucks and Costa Coffee
• Free employee assistance counselling services
• Opportunities for professional development and training

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All staff will share this responsibility and undergo enhanced clearance via the Disclosure and Barring Service. Employment is subject to references.

This role is not exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

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