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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.

Role Overview

We are seeking a knowledgeable and committed Quality Assurance Coach to oversee the quality and compliance of our Early Years Senior Leader Level 7 Apprenticeship programme. This vital role ensures our provision meets the highest standards of delivery and assessment, supporting consistency, reliability, and fairness across all aspects of the learner journey. The successful candidate will lead on internal quality assurance processes, coach and support tutors to continuously improve practice, and uphold regulatory requirements for the apprenticeship assessment. This role is central to maintaining excellence in leadership development and ensuring apprentices achieve meaningful and impactful outcomes.

Internal Quality Assurance

• Lead and implement rigorous internal quality assurance processes to ensure valid, consistent, and reliable assessment decisions across all delivery settings.
• Develop and apply risk-based sampling strategies aligned with organisational and regulatory requirements.
• Monitor and support the integrity of Apprenticeship Assessment processes, ensuring compliance with DfE and Ofsted standards.
• Conduct moderation and standardisation activities to ensure consistency in assessment and grading.
• Participate in maintaining compliance with the assessment organisation's expectations.
• Review and support the appointment and training of independent assessors, ensuring they meet sector experience, qualification, and CPD requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of quality assurance activities and contribute to audit readiness.

Tutor Development and Support

• Coach and mentor tutors delivering the Level 7 Early Years Senior Leader Apprenticeship to enhance assessment practice and learner outcomes.
• Deliver induction and ongoing CPD to tutors, ensuring alignment with best practice and regulatory expectations.
• Support tutors in achieving and maintaining assessor and IQA qualifications.
• Provide developmental feedback and facilitate reflective practice to promote continuous improvement.

Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Work collaboratively with delivery teams, curriculum leads, and quality managers to identify and implement improvement strategies.
• Contribute to the development of the Self-Assessment Report (SAR) and Quality Improvement Plan (QIP).
• Share best practice across teams and participate in cross-functional projects to enhance programme delivery.
• Engage in regular CPD and sector updates to remain current with educational and apprenticeship developments.

Administration

• Ensure timely and accurate completion of quality assurance documentation and learner records.
• Monitor tutor CPD logs and ensure compliance with internal and external standards.
• Support data analysis and reporting to inform quality improvement and strategic planning.

Equality, Diversity & Safeguarding

• Promote and uphold Best Practice Network’s commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion in all aspects of the role.
• Act as a designated safeguarding officer or support safeguarding practices within the apprenticeship provision.
• Ensure all quality assurance activities reflect inclusive and ethical practice.

Qualifications, Skills & Competencies

Qualifications:

• A recognised Internal Quality Assurance qualification (e.g., Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice).
• A relevant leadership and management qualification at Level 7 (or equivalent), or significant occupational experience (7+ years) in a senior leadership role within Early Years.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong understanding of apprenticeship standards, apprenticeship assessment requirements, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent communication, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyse data, identify trends, and make evidence-based recommendations.
• Proficiency in digital learning platforms and Microsoft 365.
• Commitment to professional development, including 40 hours of recorded CPD annually in leadership and management.