Quality Lead - Apprenticeships and Work-Based Learning

Quality Lead – Apprenticeships and Work-Based Learning
Location: Cambridge, Cambridgeshire
Salary: Competitive, depending on experience
Contract Type: Full Time, Permanent
Start Date: September 2025 (or earlier by negotiation)

Lead Quality, Drive Improvement, and Shape the Future of Apprenticeships

Are you an experienced quality assurance professional with a passion for delivering excellence in apprenticeships and work-based learning? Do you have the leadership skills and sector knowledge to ensure high standards across curriculum delivery and compliance?

Our client, a leading further education college based in Cambridge, is seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking Quality Lead to oversee the quality and performance of their apprenticeship and work-based learning provision. This is a pivotal role, ideal for someone who thrives on challenge and has a strong track record of driving continuous improvement in FE and skills-based settings.

As Quality Lead, you will play a key role in developing robust quality assurance frameworks, supporting curriculum teams, and preparing for external inspections. Your expertise will help maintain high levels of learner achievement, employer satisfaction, and regulatory compliance across the provision.

What They’re Looking For:

• Extensive experience in quality assurance within FE or apprenticeships

• Strong understanding of Ofsted Education Inspection Framework (EIF) and ESFA funding rules

• Proven ability to lead quality improvement initiatives and influence best practice

• Experience supporting curriculum teams with audits, self-assessment reports (SAR), and quality improvement plans (QIPs)

• Excellent interpersonal, analytical, and leadership skills

• A relevant teaching or assessor qualification is highly desirable

What They Offer:

• A progressive and inclusive working environment at a respected FE institution

• Opportunities to shape strategy and lead on impactful quality initiatives

• Professional development and leadership training

• A collaborative culture with a focus on innovation and learner success

If you're ready to play a leading role in ensuring outstanding quality in apprenticeship and work-based learning provision, and to work within a supportive and ambitious college environment, this is the opportunity for you.

To Apply:

Send your CV and cover letter to ali.aslam@permanentworkforceresourcing.com

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