Quality Manager

AD WARRIOR; Swindon; On-site; GBP 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A reputable college in Swindon seeks a Quality Manager to enhance the quality of their Apprenticeships, Adult Learning, and Corporate Services. This role involves leading quality improvement initiatives, collaborating with teams, and ensuring high standards in educational provisions. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 5 teaching qualification and significant experience in managing quality in educational settings, emphasizing safeguarding and creative problem-solving. Enjoy a competitive salary, excellent benefits including 35 days of holiday, pension contributions, and more.

Benefits

35 days holiday entitlement

21.7 College pension contribution to LGPS

Health care cash plan

Free car parking

On-site gym

Staff development & training

Qualifications

• Experience managing quality in an educational setting, especially around apprenticeships and adult learning.
• A calm, clear communicator who can build strong relationships across teams and with external stakeholders.
• Have a commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the charge on continuous quality improvement across apprenticeships, adult learning, partnerships and corporate services.
• Design and implement a Corporate Services Quality Framework that actually works.
• Manage the Self-Assessment and Quality Improvement Plan processes.

Skills

Leadership

Analytical Skills

Communication

Creativity

Education

Level 5 Teaching Qualification

Job description

Quality Manager

Location: Swindon

Salary: £41,748 - £44,619 per annum

Are you the kind of person who spots a process gap from a mile away and already has an action plan in mind?! If spreadsheets, SARs and KPIs are your kind of language, they've got just the role for you.

They 're on the lookout for a Quality Manager who can bring clarity, consistency and a touch of brilliance to their Apprenticeships, Adult Learning and Corporate Services provision. This isn't just about ticking boxes, it's about raising the bar.

What you will do as a Quality Manager

• Lead the charge on continuous quality improvement across apprenticeships, adult learning, partnerships and corporate services
• Track achievement, retention and destination data like a quality detective, always looking for the next improvement opportunity
• Design and implement a Corporate Services Quality Framework that actually works (and people want to use!)
• Manage the Self-Assessment and Quality Improvement Plan processes (because you know a good SAR is worth its weight in gold!)
• Collaborate with curriculum leaders, quality teams and external partners to ensure every learner gets a top-tier experience
• Support inspections and external quality assurance visits like a pro, because you're always "inspection ready"!
• Manage the college's complaints and compliments process with fairness, speed and a touch of diplomacy

Experience/Qualifications of a Quality Manager

• Experience managing quality in an educational setting, especially around apprenticeships and adult learning
• A Level 5 teaching qualification and a head for data, detail and deadlines
• A calm, clear communicator who can build strong relationships across teams and with external stakeholders
• Be a creative thinker who sees quality not as a checklist, but as a culture
• Have a commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and continuous improvement

You'll be part of a college that's serious about quality - but not afraid to have a little fun along the way. They're collaborative, forward-thinking and always looking for ways to do things better. If you're ready to make a real impact, they'd love to hear from you.

Benefits

• 35 days holiday entitlement
• 21.7 College pension contribution to LGPS
• College pension contribution to LGPS
• Health care cash plan
• Free car parking
• Discounted Hair & Beauty
• On-site gym
• Staff development & training
• Pluxee Retail Discount Scheme, and more!

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable college, then please do not hesitate to apply.

They are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all sectors of the community.

Please note that this vacancy may close before the published closing date if sufficient applications are received so if you are interested, please apply as soon as possible. To apply, you MUST have Right to Work in the UK

Compliance & Safeguarding:

They are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be required to undergo a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and additional pre-employment screening before your appointment is confirmed.