Head of Quality & Curriculum – Apprenticeships

About the role

The Head of Quality and Curriculum will steer the strategic direction of apprenticeship and commercial learning provision for an Ofsted Grade 1 training provider. Reporting to senior leadership, you will ensure curriculum excellence, robust quality assurance and compliance with all regulatory bodies while fostering inclusive practice.

Key responsibilities

• Lead the design, delivery and continuous improvement of apprenticeship and commercial curricula to meet employer and learner needs.
• Oversee the organisation’s quality assurance framework, including observations, moderation, standardisation and learner‑voice activities.
• Manage the Self‑Assessment Report (SAR) and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP), driving measurable improvements across provision.
• Maintain inspection readiness for Ofsted, awarding bodies and funding agencies.
• Coach, develop and inspire quality and curriculum teams to achieve high performance.
• Analyse data and stakeholder feedback to influence quality outcomes and strategic decisions.

Required profile

• Qualified Assessor and Internal Quality Assurer (e.g., D32/D33/A1/TAQA/CAVA, D34/V1/IQA).
• Recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, CertEd, DET or DTLLS.
• Proven experience leading quality assurance, curriculum development and inclusion in an apprenticeship or further‑education setting.
• Strong working knowledge of the Ofsted Education Inspection Framework, SARs, QIPs, Apprenticeship Standards and ESFA funding rules.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, coach and develop teams.
• Excellent analytical, organisational and stakeholder‑management skills.

Required skills

• In‑depth knowledge of Ofsted EIF, SARs, QIPs, Apprenticeship Standards and ESFA Funding Rules.

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £55,000 per year.
• Fantastic benefits package.
• Remote working with occasional travel to London (≈2 days per month).
• Opportunity to shape quality and curriculum strategy in a leading training provider.