Job Title: Head of Training and Quality
Location: Remote with occasional travel to the office
Salary: £40,000 - £50,000 per annum

The Opportunity:
Are you an accomplished leader with a passion for delivering high-quality training and fostering team excellence? We are looking for a proactive Head of Training and Quality to oversee our apprenticeship programmes and ensure learners achieve exceptional outcomes. This role focuses on enhancing delivery standards, driving operational efficiency, and embedding a culture of continuous improvement.

As a senior leader, you will shape the success of training delivery by mentoring staff, developing curriculum frameworks, and maintaining compliance with regulatory bodies. If you're dedicated to empowering learners and building a high-performing department, this role provides a platform to drive real impact.

Key Responsibilities:

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Inspire and manage a team of training professionals, ensuring effective performance and delivery of apprenticeship programmes.

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Oversee the design and execution of engaging training curricula, ensuring alignment with industry standards and learner needs.

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Collaborate with internal teams to implement growth strategies that expand training provision and support employer engagement.

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Maintain compliance with external quality frameworks, including ESFA requirements and OFSTED standards.

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Monitor learner progress, address barriers to achievement, and implement intervention plans where necessary.

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Develop and manage robust quality assurance processes, ensuring continuous improvements across training delivery.

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Lead on team recruitment, induction, performance reviews, and ongoing professional development to build a highly skilled workforce.

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Act as the operational lead during OFSTED inspections, ensuring readiness and showcasing best practices.

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Analyse performance data and feedback to identify trends, implement improvements, and produce accurate reports for senior leadership.

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Uphold safeguarding, Prevent, and welfare practices to support a safe and inclusive learning environment.

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Champion a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and excellence across the organisation.

What You'll Bring:

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Proven leadership experience with a track record of managing teams to meet targets and deliver high standards.

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Knowledge of regulatory expectations, including OFSTED requirements and ESFA funding rules.

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Strong organisational and project management skills, with the ability to implement systems and processes effectively.

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Exceptional communication and people management skills, including performance coaching and conflict resolution.

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Proficiency in using learning management systems or e-portfolios such as OneFile or Aptem.

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Analytical skills to interpret performance data, identify improvements, and drive decision-making.

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A commitment to professional development and a proactive approach to managing change.

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Flexibility to travel occasionally as required.

Keywords: Apprenticeships, Quality Assurance, Training Leadership, OFSTED Compliance, Education Manager, Learning and Development, Work-Based Learning, Team Management, Curriculum Development, ESFA Standards, Digital Training, Remote Leadership, Performance Improvement, Safeguarding, Further Education