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About Us:

We at Best Practice Network share the belief that every child, regardless of their background, should benefit from an excellent education. To achieve that, we support and train the educational professionals who work alongside them to be the best they can be, so in turn, they can transform the lives of children and young people.

We’re a friendly, DfE accredited, Ofsted outstanding training company providing apprenticeships, professional development and the DfE’s ‘Golden Thread’ (trainee teachers to school Executive Leaders). We are adaptable, collaborative, and genuinely value the work we do to support the education sector, as much as our trainees do.

Our people are at the heart of our business and our passion and commitment to education is what drives us. As a result, we have seen incredible growth over the last few years both nationally and internationally.

We aim to be an employer where everyone can be themselves, do their best in an inclusive working environment and where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives.

About the Role:

We are seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) to oversee the quality and compliance of our Level 5 and Level 7 Leader Apprenticeships, which integrate the National Professional Qualifications (NPQs). This is a critical role in ensuring that our programmes meet both the high standards of our organisation and the regulatory requirements of external bodies.
The successful candidate will play a key role in maintaining and enhancing the quality of our leadership development offerings, providing rigorous quality assurance, supporting the continuous improvement of our tutors, and ensuring that our apprentices achieve outstanding outcomes.


Key Responsibilities

• Quality Assurance: Lead the internal quality assurance process for the Level 5 and Level 7 Leader Apprenticeships, ensuring that all aspects of delivery and assessment meet internal and external quality standards, including ESFA regulations and Ofsted's Education Inspection Framework. Ensure checks relevant to on-boarding and on-programme documentation is accurate and are completed by Apprenticeship Tutors for all apprentices
• NPQ Integration: Ensure that apprenticeship standards are effectively integrated with the National Professional Qualifications (NPQs), facilitating a cohesive learner journey and alignment with professional development requirements. Collaborate with the programme development team to align curriculum content and delivery with the latest NPQ frameworks.
• Teaching and Assessment Observation: Conduct regular observations of teaching, learning, and assessment practices, providing detailed feedback and actionable insights to tutors to drive improvements and uphold high standards.
• Moderation and Standardisation: Oversee the moderation of assessments to ensure consistency, fairness, and rigour across all cohorts. Lead standardisation meetings to ensure all tutors are aligned with the required standards and best practices. Attend CPD and Standardisation events as appropriate including relevant qualification updates, training, meetings, events and disseminate information and good practice guidance to colleagues as required.
• Tutor Development: Provide ongoing support, training, and professional development opportunities to tutors, fostering a culture of continuous improvement. Identify development needs and deliver targeted training sessions to enhance delivery quality. Support associates and or staff in the completion of their Assessor and/or Internal Quality Assurer qualifications. Deliver induction training to new Apprenticeship tutors. Review and ensure Apprentice Tutors’ CPD logs are accurately maintained.
• Data Analysis and Reporting: Monitor programme performance using quantitative and qualitative data, including learner progress, achievement rates, and feedback. Prepare detailed reports for the Quality Manager for Leadership and NPQs, identifying trends, issues, and areas for improvement. Provide appropriate data and information regarding the programme and learners as required and contribute to the regular self-assessment monitoring process. Minimise out of funded learners (i.e. those past their completion date). Contribute towards the development of the Self-Assessment Review and Quality Improvement Plan.
• Compliance and Audit Preparation: Ensure all apprenticeship and NPQ delivery is compliant with the ESFA, Ofsted, and other relevant bodies. Prepare for external audits and inspections by maintaining comprehensive records, evidence, and documentation. Ensure provision delivery meets a minimum of a grade 2 Ofsted grade (measured through internal inspection).
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Engage and communicate effectively with a range of internal and external stakeholders, including tutors, employers, learners, and regulatory bodies, to ensure a high-quality delivery and positive learner experience. Obtain, collate, and act upon feedback from apprentices and their employers.
• Continuous Improvement: Lead initiatives to continuously improve the quality of the apprenticeship programmes and NPQs. Stay abreast of changes in policy, best practices, and industry developments to ensure the programmes remain relevant, innovative, and effective. Work closely with the Quality Manager to develop on-going development plans for staff to ensure that they have skills, knowledge and competence to fulfil their role.
• ALS: Monitoring the recording and reporting of ALS. Supporting Apprenticeship Tutors on ALS delivery and recording
• Safeguarding: Support and promote the safeguarding agenda at Best Practice Network to ensure learners, visitors and staff are safeguarded.
• Equality, Diversity & Inclusion: Support and promote equality and diversity at Best Practice Network to ensure equality of opportunity for all learners, visitors and staff and the elimination of discriminatory practices.

About You:

• Experience: Proven experience in a quality assurance role within the education, training, or apprenticeships sector, particularly with Level 5 and Level 7 leadership programmes.
• Knowledge: Strong understanding of the National Professional Qualifications (NPQs) and their integration within leadership and management apprenticeship programmes.
• Regulatory Compliance: Comprehensive knowledge of ESFA funding rules, Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework, and other relevant quality standards and regulatory requirements. Have a clear understanding of national developments within the Education and apprenticeships sector and End Point Process.
• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyse and interpret data effectively, identify trends, and make evidence-based recommendations for improvement.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to provide clear, constructive feedback and build effective working relationships.
• Organisation: Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines, and stakeholders simultaneously. Experience in leading standardisation and moderation activities.
• Digital Competency: Proficiency with digital learning platforms and assessment tools, with experience in technology-enhanced learning. Have strong IT skills and experience of working across a range of software packages. Microsoft 365, word, excel, power point and teams.
• Qualifications: A recognised Internal Quality Assurance qualification (e.g., Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice).
• Teaching and Learning: Teaching qualification. Knowledge of innovative teaching and assessment strategies, including blended and online learning approaches.