We have an exciting opportunity for a well organised and self-motivated Director of Quality on a full time permanent basis. Main Duties Of The Role Your role will be to deliver an ambitious curriculum to all by assuming management responsibilities for the design, implementation and evaluation of the college quality strategy, policy and framework, including all aspects of teaching, learning and assessment and the security of assessment decisions, including standardisation, internal verification and liaison with awarding bodies and their quality assurance systems. You will be responsible for the management and organisation of the Quality team, who will support you in delivering a cross-College service to all our curriculum areas supporting them in driving up all College key performance indicators. You need to have extensive knowledge of working in the FE sector have previous experience of working within a Quality role and be able to demonstrate a track record of improvement. This is an exciting opportunity to join a College with a unique provision including land based, 14-16 and HE, and would suit someone who is able to operate in a diverse and fast paced environment. Essential Requirement A relevant degree or level 5 qualification. A minimum of a level 3 vocational / professional qualification. Minimum level 2 Maths and English. A recognised teaching qualification at level 5 or above. Read on to find out what you will need to succeed in this position, including skills, qualifications, and experience. What We Offer 35 days annual leave + Bank Holidays. Teacher Pension Scheme with up to 23.68% employer contributions. Free Gym Membership. Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity and Adoption leave. 3 days paid emergency leave per year. Various Paid and unpaid leave for other needs. Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate. Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon. Free onsite parking. On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 yoa). Cycle to work scheme and much more. Please note, previous applicants need not apply for this role. The College is home to a genuine and supportive community of students and staff - we believe you won’t find a more supportive and friendlier college. And that support leads to some great results. A high proportion of our students progress successfully into further or higher education, apprenticeships or employment. Students at East Durham College also develop their confidence, self-esteem and work-related skills - developing good employability skills and enhance their future opportunities. We also have a strong focus on helping students to make a positive contribution to their communities through the community project aspect of our exciting tutorial programme. The work of our students and our Students’ Union also helps a wide range of charities and community action projects. In fact, our 14-16 Engage provision was shortlisted for the 2020 Tes FE Awards in the Contribution to the Local Community Award category. We have a key focus on supporting students in their journey on to employment or further forms of education and training, building upon the positive and life-changing experience of studying at East Durham College.
