Head of End-Point Assessment Quality & Compliance

Head of End-Point Assessment Quality & Compliance – Remote (Home-Based)

Location: Remote (UK-based)

Job Type: Full-time

About The Real Consultancy Company (TRCC)

At The Real Consultancy Company (TRCC), we are committed to delivering high-quality, value-for-money End-Point Assessments (EPA). Our comprehensive, cost-effective, and apprentice-focused approach ensures compliance, efficiency, and reliability, supporting apprentices, employers, and training providers in achieving successful apprenticeship outcomes.

We are now seeking a Head of End-Point Assessment Quality & Compliance to lead, evaluate, and continuously improve our internal quality assurance (IQA) processes for end-point assessments. This role is crucial in maintaining compliance with Ofqual Conditions of Recognition & ESFA Rules, ensuring that our assessments meet the highest industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and deliver internal quality assurance processes to maintain TRCC’s assessment standards and regulatory compliance.
Develop and implement an annual Standardisation Plan for end-point assessments.
Ensure ongoing compliance with Ofqual and ESFA regulations for the delivery and awarding of EPAs.
Oversee quality assurance reporting, working closely with the Central Services Manager and Governing Board.
Provide guidance, support, and training to TRCC’s end-point assessment team on best practices for assessment quality.
Conduct sampling and moderation of end-point assessments to ensure consistency and fairness in grading decisions.
Develop and lead standardisation meetings across all apprenticeship standards, ensuring assessors meet TRCC’s quality expectations.
Observe and provide feedback to end-point assessors, supporting their continuous development and performance improvement.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of policies, trends, and regulations impacting assessment and quality assurance in apprenticeships.
Support the continuous improvement of TRCC’s assessment and IQA processes, identifying opportunities for development.

What We’re Looking For: Essential Skills & Experience:

Line management or supervisory experience within an awarding body or end-point assessment organisation.
Experience in assessment and quality assurance of regulated qualifications and/or EPAs.
Deep understanding of Ofqual’s Conditions of Recognition and ESFA regulations.
Proven ability to develop and improve quality assurance processes and systems.
Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to engage with stakeholders, regulatory bodies, and internal teams.
Ability to work independently, prioritise projects, and meet deadlines effectively.
Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) to provide reports, guidance, and feedback.
Proficiency in assessor observation, sampling, and standardisation techniques.

Qualifications Required:

EQA / IQA qualification (such as TAQA, D32/33/34/35, V1 or equivalent).
Recent experience (within the last 2–3 years) in assessment and quality assurance.
Up-to-date knowledge of current regulatory guidance and assessment best practices.
Strong commitment to continuing professional development (CPD).

Seniority level: Director

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Quality Assurance

Industries: Education Management

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