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Job description
* University Professional and Development Centre, Bury St Edmunds
* 37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year - Permanent
* Salary: £32,205 - £36,084 per annum (dependent on qualifications and experience)
We are looking for an experienced and proactive professional to lead our Quality and Compliance Team, ensuring full compliance across all ESFA funded programmes.
In this role, you will maintain expert knowledge of government funding rules and audit requirements, leading preparations for external audits and ensuring all documentation and processes meet regulatory standards.
You will work closely with the Business Development and delivery teams to improve the capture and management of learner and employer data, carrying out regular sampling, internal audits and compliance checks. You will also support Quality Assurance Panels to ensure on-programme compliance and review documentation relating to learner changes or leavers where required.
The role includes supporting the Head of Quality Improvement and Compliance in driving quality assurance and improvement initiatives, as well as leading the development and maintenance of departmental processes and procedures. You will also create training materials to support staff in understanding quality and compliance requirements.
You will regularly use data management systems and coordinate closely with the central data team to ensure accurate reporting for government funding and monitoring returns, meeting all required deadlines.
Strong communication and organisational skills are essential, along with the ability to manage competing priorities and promote the College's values across Employer Engagement.
This job description outlines the main duties of the position; however, the successful candidate may be asked to undertake other reasonable duties consistent with the level of responsibility of the role.
For further information please contact our recruitment team at: recruitment@easterneducationgroup.ac.uk
Completed application forms should be made via iTrent Self Service. If you have not heard from a member of the HR Team within 14 working days of the closing date, please presume your application has not been successful on this occasion.
We offer a wide range of staff benefits including:
* Membership into Local Government Pension Scheme
* Family friendly policies and flexible working
* Access to our Employee Assistance Programme
* Employee wellbeing initiatives
* Free parking
* Canteen
* Company events
* Access to various memberships and discount schemes
* Learning and development opportunities, including staff development days
* Funded subject course development for your role
* Range of staff communities, including EDI and neurodiverse communities
* Career progression opportunities
Eastern Education Group is a dynamic and forward-thinking education provider committed to delivering high-quality learning experiences across multiple institutions. Our group encompasses a diverse range of educational settings, including schools, further education colleges, and specialist learning provisions, ensuring that learners of all ages and backgrounds receive the support and opportunities they need to succeed.
At the heart of our mission is a dedication to excellence, inclusivity, and innovation in education. We strive to create an environment where students can thrive academically, socially, and professionally. Through strong partnerships with local communities, businesses, and industry leaders, we ensure our curriculum remains relevant, equipping students with the skills and knowledge required for future careers.
Our group also prioritises supporting students with additional learning needs, offering specialist provisions for those with SEND (Special Educational Needs and Disabilities), SEMH (Social, Emotional, and Mental Health needs), and vocational training to empower every learner. We take a holistic approach to education, combining academic excellence with pastoral care, safeguarding, and wellbeing initiatives to foster a safe and supportive learning environment.
As a collective, Eastern Education Group is committed to continuous improvement, innovation, and maintaining high standards across all our institutions. We work closely with regulatory bodies, including Ofsted, to ensure compliance and the highest quality of teaching, learning, and student support. Our leadership team, educators, and support staff are dedicated to shaping the future of education, driving positive change, and enabling learners to realise their full potential.
As a Group, our Character Strengths and Mission Statement underpin our expectations of all our students and employees. Please familiarise yourself with these and incorporate them into your personal statement; this will be of benefit if you are invited to attend for an interview.
This is an opportunity to join a hugely supportive organisation where we value, support and facilitate your professional development, as well as offering many other benefits including an attractive pension scheme, staff wellbeing initiatives and employee assistance.
The Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
The Group is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all the required pre-employment checks on the successful candidate including an enhanced DBS Disclosure.
All data will be processed in accordance with the Data Protection Act 2018. For more information about how we access and use your information please visit our website.
Closing Date: 8:00am on Monday 20 th April
Interviews: Thursday 30 th April
We reserve the right to appoint prior to listed closing date, early applications are encouraged. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, gender, gender reassignment, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age in accordance with the requirements of the Equality Act 2010.
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