Quality Manager

Bedford College Group; England; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Quality Manager to enhance teaching and learning quality across its campuses. The ideal candidate will implement quality initiatives, monitor performance, and ensure compliance with educational standards. This full-time position offers a salary range of £41,086 – £47,971 per annum, along with ample benefits including professional development opportunities. Candidates should have a degree and management experience in the education sector, showcasing a commitment to safeguarding and student success.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Pension scheme

Professional development programmes

Access to college courses

Qualifications

• Essential qualifications include a degree and teaching qualifications.
• Proven experience in education management within FE and HE.
• Expertise in quality compliance and internal verification.

Responsibilities

• Lead quality initiatives to improve educational standards.
• Conduct audits to ensure compliance with educational standards.
• Manage feedback processes and prepare reports for inspections.

Skills

Leadership & Management Experience

Quality & Compliance Expertise

Strong influencing and communication skills

Ability to lead teams

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

Degree or equivalent professional qualification

Certificate in Education/PGCE

GCSE Maths & English (A-C or Level 2)

Job description

Quality Manager – Bedford College Group

Location: Bedford College - Cauldwell Street Campus - Shuttleworth College - Old Warden. This role is Group Wide although based at these campuses.

Salary: £41,086 – £47,971 per annum (DOE and qualifications). Benefits include 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, pension, discounts, professional development programmes, and access to college courses.

Hours: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year. Contract: Permanent, Full‑time.

UK based contract – the candidate must have the Right to Work in the UK. Sponsorship is not offered.

About the role

We are seeking a Quality Manager to join the Quality department at the Bedford College Group.

Key responsibilities:

• Drive Quality Initiatives – Implement and lead systems, processes, and innovations that improve teaching, learning, and assessment across the Group.
• Monitor & Audit Performance – Analyse data, review procedures, and conduct audits to ensure compliance and continuous improvement.
• Support Curriculum & Staff Development – Work with departments to enhance quality, manage professional development, and oversee Advanced Practitioner activity.
• Lead Stakeholder Engagement & Reporting – Manage feedback processes, prepare reports, and support external inspections (Ofsted, TEF, OfS).
• Ensure Compliance & Standards – Act as College Nominee for awarding bodies, uphold safeguarding, EDI, health & safety, and participate in training and development.

About you

• Essential Qualifications – Degree or equivalent professional qualification, Certificate in Education/PGCE, and GCSE Maths & English (A‑C or Level 2).
• Leadership & Management Experience – Proven track record in education management within FE, HE, or Apprenticeships, including quality improvement and resource management.
• Quality & Compliance Expertise – Experience with self‑assessment, internal verification, awarding bodies, and data analysis to drive improved student success.
• Professional Skills & Attributes – Strong influencing and communication skills, ability to lead teams, share best practice, and promote equality, diversity, and inclusion.
• Values & Flexibility – Commitment to safeguarding, College values (Student Focus, High Performance, Respect, Openness, Honesty), willingness to travel, and continuous professional development.

For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the attached Job Description.

Interviews to be held: 15 January 2026

Vision & Values Alignment

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting each opinion and valuing the contribution of each member.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About the Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year. Today, the Group includes Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College, Tresham College, Shuttleworth College, The Bedford Sixth Form, The Corby Sixth Form, and the National College for Motorsport, alongside community‑based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering.

Safeguarding

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Legal

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The group’s policy on Employment of Ex‑Offenders has been attached to this vacancy. Candidates barred from working with children may be refused the post.

We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement should we receive sufficient interest.