Quality Manager

Access Creative College; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,500 - 50,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Supportive environment

Professional development

Holiday entitlement & pension

Wellbeing programmes

Job summary

Access Education Group in London is seeking a Quality Manager to lead and develop quality assurance across education and teaching services, ensuring programmes meet regulatory requirements and internal standards.

The role focuses on audits, inspections, training staff, and reporting metrics; ideal for a detail-oriented professional with strong education quality experience. This is a permanent, full-time position offering a competitive salary and pension.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in quality management within the education sector.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks and awarding organisations.
• Experience conducting audits and inspections.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to manage priorities and work in a team.
• Part-time capacity awareness in context of role.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain quality assurance frameworks and procedures aligned with regulatory bodies and best practice in education.
• Monitor and evaluate the delivery of education programmes to ensure compliance with Ofsted and relevant awarding organisations’ standards.
• Lead internal audits and prepare for external inspections, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams and management to promote continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Provide training and support to staff on quality standards, compliance, and performance monitoring.
• Analyse feedback from learners, educators, and stakeholders to inform quality enhancement strategies.
• Report regularly to senior management on quality metrics, risks, and progress against objectives.
• Stay abreast of developments in education policy, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements to ensure organisational compliance.

Skills

Quality management

Quality assurance

Audit & inspection

Regulatory compliance

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical thinking

Education sector knowledge

Independent working

Education

Education/Quality management qualification

Job description

Quality Manager - Access Education Group

Quality Manager

Location: London, United Kingdom

Salary: £42,500 to £50,600 per annum (FTE)

Position: Full-time, Permanent

About Access Education Group

At Access Education Group, we pride ourselves on delivering outstanding educational experiences that empower learners and support educators. We are dedicated to excellence and innovation in education and continually strive to enhance the quality of our services. As we grow, we are seeking a skilled and motivated Quality Manager to join our team in London. This is a pivotal role that will directly contribute to our continued success and commitment to high standards.

Role Overview

As Quality Manager, you will lead and develop quality assurance initiatives across our education and teaching services. You will ensure that all programmes and processes meet regulatory requirements and internal standards, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. This role is ideal for a detail-oriented professional passionate about education quality and compliance, who enjoys working collaboratively in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, implement and maintain quality assurance frameworks and procedures aligned with regulatory bodies and best practice in education.
• Monitor and evaluate the delivery of education programmes to ensure compliance with Ofsted and relevant awarding organisations’ standards.
• Lead internal audits and prepare for external inspections, identifying areas for improvement and ensuring timely resolution of issues.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams and management to promote continuous improvement in teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Provide training and support to staff on quality standards, compliance, and performance monitoring.
• Analyse feedback from learners, educators, and stakeholders to inform quality enhancement strategies.
• Report regularly to senior management on quality metrics, risks, and progress against objectives.
• Stay abreast of developments in education policy, quality assurance, and regulatory requirements to ensure organisational compliance.

Qualifications & Experience

• Proven experience in a quality management or quality assurance role within the education sector, preferably further education or vocational training.
• Strong understanding of Ofsted frameworks, awarding organisation requirements, and relevant education legislation.
• Experience conducting audits, inspections, and quality reviews.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence a wide range of stakeholders.
• Analytical mindset with strong attention to detail and problem-solving abilities.
• Relevant qualifications in education, quality management, or related disciplines are desirable.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, managing priorities effectively in a part-time capacity.

Benefits

• Supportive and inclusive working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression within the education sector.
• Generous holiday entitlement and pension scheme.
• Access to employee wellbeing programmes and resources.

Equal Opportunities
Access Education Group is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Safeguarding
The role takes place in a regulated environment and is therefore subject to a successful enhanced disclosure check.