Are you passionate about quality assurance and process improvement?
TPP Recruitment, on behalf of the National Examining Board for Dental Nurses (NEBDN), is seeking an Internal Quality Auditor for a 9-month fixed-term contract. This is a vital role, supporting NEBDN with internal audits and ensure all Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are fully aligned with policies and regulatory requirements.
Salary: £35,000 per annum
Employment type: 9-month FTC
Hours: Full-time, 35 hours per week
Working arrangements: Hybrid – minimum 1 day per week in the Preston (Lancashire) office
Start date: As soon as possible
About the Organisation
NEBDN is a leading provider of qualifications for dental nurses, committed to enhancing lifelong career development and enabling excellence in practice. Their vision is to deliver high-quality, innovative, and inclusive education, underpinned by their values of fairness, professionalism, collaboration, innovation, and inclusivity.
About the Role
Reporting to the Internal Quality Manager, you’ll play a key part in evaluating, auditing, and improving internal processes across NEBDN. You’ll schedule and conduct audits, review SOPs for alignment with policies, and ensure compliance with both internal and external regulatory requirements. You’ll also provide actionable recommendations to enhance operational efficiency and support a culture of continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities
* Plan, schedule, and conduct internal audits across all departments
* Review and evaluate SOPs for alignment with NEBDN policies and sector requirements
* Ensure compliance with regulatory bodies (e.g., Ofqual, GDC, CCEA, ICO)
* Identify areas for improvement and operational risk factors
* Provide recommendations and monitor action plans to completion
* Support internal investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions
* Collaborate with the Internal Quality Manager and wider team
* Prepare and present quality assurance reports and KPI data
Skills / Experience Required
* At least 2 years’ experience in internal process auditing within a Quality Management Framework (essential)
* Experience with regulatory issues and sector requirements, especially in relation to apprenticeships (essential)
* Experience supporting internal quality functions and service improvement
* Understanding of risk-based quality assurance processes
* Excellent communication, organisational, and analytical skills
* Ability to work independently and as part of a team
* Strong attention to detail and ability to meet deadlines
* Commitment to continuous professional development
Interview Process
* One-stage, in-person interview at Preston head office
o Competency-based questions
o Presentation / Task (TBC)
o Office tour
To Apply
* Optional bespoke covering letter
* CV
Deadline
* Friday 17th October 2025
We want you to have every opportunity to demonstrate your skills, ability and potential; please contact us if you require any assistance or adjustment so that we can help with making the application process work for you.