NOCN Group is eager to welcome a talented Quality Assurance Specialist from the Construction sector to join our dynamic Assessment and Quality Assurance team on a full-time permanent basis.
Why Join NOCN Group?
NOCN Group is a forward-thinking educational charity dedicated to unlocking the potential of learners and helping organizations succeed. We encompass various business units that specialize in regulated UK and international qualifications, End Point Assessment, assured short courses, assessment services, consultancy, and research.
A career with NOCN Group not only offers a chance to contribute to a growing international educational non-profit but also brings numerous benefits that enhance our work culture.
A Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion:
As a proud member of both Disability Confident and Inclusive Employers standard, we champion equity, diversity, inclusion, and belonging. We warmly welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage anyone needing reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process to inform us.
Key Responsibilities:
- Ensure compliance with apprenticeship end-point assessment standards as outlined in NOCN policies and procedures.
- Maintain fairness and consistency in assessment practices and decision-making among the assessor team.
- Enhance assessment practices and improve the uniformity of assessment outcomes.
- Require assessors to provide high-quality reports reflecting the apprentices' competencies and justifying assessment decisions.
- Foster a positive experience regarding the apprenticeships service for learners, employers, and training providers.
Core Duties:
- Organize internal quality assurance activities by sampling assessment practices according to our risk-based approach.
- Accurately process end-point assessment results and ensure clarity in assessment feedback.
- Offer constructive feedback, guidance, and Continuous Professional Development (CPD) opportunities to assessors to enhance assessment quality.
- Assist in interpreting IfATE occupational standards and assessment strategies for consistent implementation.
- Report any potential issues with assessment tools to the End-Point Assessment Development Manager.
- Engage in performance management to ensure thorough oversight and support for assessors.
- Contribute to the evaluation of assessment and internal quality assurance policies and practices.
- Address any suspected malpractice concerns with the Lead Internal Quality Assurer.
- Support issue resolution with training providers and apprentices, enhancing stakeholder relationships.
- Implement processes for accurate management information reporting.
- Conduct End Point Assessments based on occupational expertise when required.
- Assist with any additional responsibilities as assigned by the Lead Internal Quality Assurer or Head of Assessment and Quality Assurance.
Ideal Candidate Profile:
- Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy or equivalent.
- Educated to Level 4 or higher.
- Strong commitment to continuous professional development.
- Solid occupational knowledge in Construction.
- Possess an Internal Quality Assurance qualification.
- Have an Assessor Qualification.
- Experience in a regulated environment is preferred.
- Proven ability to evaluate and enhance business processes proactively.
- Team-oriented mindset with a history of productive collaboration.
- Willingness to travel as necessary.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Proficient in IT and Microsoft Office applications.
How to Apply:
If you believe you are the ideal candidate for this position, please send your completed Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form, CV, and a covering letter detailing your fit for the role, to recruitment@nocn.org.uk.
Make sure to specify the role you are applying for in the subject line of your email.
The full Job Description/Person Specification and Equal Opportunities Monitoring Form can be accessed from our website.
