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  • Job Ref:
    SC1534290BirQAL
  • Location:
    Birkenhead, Merseyside, United Kingdom
  • Postcode:
    CH41 4NT
  • Type of contract:
    Permanent
  • Salary:
    £31410.00 to £43440.00 Per Annum
  • Posted Date:
    Friday, March 27, 2026
  • Closing Date:
    Thursday, April 16, 2026
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    Quality Assurance Lead

    Quality Assurance Lead

    We are looking for a Quality Assurance Lead to join our team. This is a 35 hours per week, full-time, permanent role offering a salary of £31,410 to £43,440 per annum.

    The closing date for this vacancy is 16th April and interviews will take place on 1st May.

    Why Join Us?

    At Wirral Metropolitan College our purpose is to provide inclusive, highest – quality education and training opportunities to meet the aspirations of students and the need of the local community.

    To achieve our purpose, we live our values; We are Ambitious, We are Resilient, We are Inclusive, We are Empowering, We are Accountable.

    Job Purpose/Key Responsibilities:

    • Effectively implement the College strategy for quality assurance and improvement across all provision types (including subcontracted delivery) to drive identified initiatives which ensure that college targets are met.
    • Lead on work with external awarding body organisations to ensure College compliance and performance, addressing areas for development and/or highlighting best practice.
    • Provide professional guidance and training to curriculum staff on assessment, IQA, and quality expectations.
    • Lead the digitisation and automation of quality assurance processes, including Student Voice, self-assessment, and performance tracking systems.
    • Work closely with Information Services teams to design and implement new digital tools that enhance efficiency and accessibility of quality data.

    Skills and Qualifications:

    • L2 Qualifications in Maths and English
    • Professional Teaching Qualification
    • Degree-level qualification in a relevant subject area.
    • Experience of Quality Assurance and Improvement in an Education environment.
    • Experience of working across multiple departments or with external stakeholders, including employers and awarding bodies.
    • Strong understanding of awarding body requirements, assessment methodologies, and quality assurance processes.

    Benefits:

    • Outstanding facilities in state of-the-art environments
    • Enhanced annual leave entitlement
    • Enhanced family friendly policies and leave  
    • DBS checks completed and paid for by the employer
    • Company is committed to CPD
    • Flexible approach to work
    • Pension contribution rates currently at 28.6%
    • Access to free car parking (subject to availability)

    If you feel you have the necessary skills and qualifications, we would love to hear from you. Please apply with your up-to-date CV.

    Wirral Metropolitan College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a record check from the Disclosure and Barring Services before the appointment is confirmed.

    It is an offence to apply for the role if the applicant is barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

    Wirral Metropolitan College is actively committed to maintaining an environment which promotes and embeds equality, diversity and inclusion as a core value and welcome applications from all sections of the community.  The College ensures the principles of the Equality Act 2010 are adhered to and all job applicants and employees are treated equitably and fairly.


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