Quality and Compliance Officer
Quality and Compliance Officer
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Job Description
- Suffolk County Council Endeavour House Ipswich Suffolk IP1 2BX - Hybrid
- 33366 per annum (pro rata)
- 37 hours per week - Flexible working options available
- Fixed term or secondment until 31 March 2026
When you join the Skills and Employment Team as a Quality and Compliance Officerwell support your development from the start. Well help you to play to your strengths diversify your skills and build an influential and impactful career. With a variety of career paths and learning opportunities to explore if youre motivated and passionate theres no limit to how far your ambition could take you.
Reimagine the possibilities.
The Norfolk and Suffolk Skills Bootcamps programme is a dynamic initiative funded by the Department for Education as part of the Governments Lifetime Skills Guarantee. Designed to address regional skills gaps and recruitment challenges the programme offers flexible employer-led training across priority sectors such as construction digital engineering early years and health and social year our funding will enable us to support over 1400 learners across the region helping learners develop their careers and supporting businesses enhance productivity.
Your role and responsibilities
Working within the Skills Bootcamp team you will
- act as the trusted first point of contact for training providers for Ofsteds Education Inspection Framework related issues
- monitor providers teaching learning and assessment practices to ensure high-quality delivery by highlighting areas of good practice and areas which require further focus or interventions from the team
- analyse interpret and report on provider management information data recommending remedial activity
- support training requirements for training providers.
You will need
A strong background in quality assurance and compliance within education or training along with a solid understanding of Ofsteds Education Inspection Framework. Youll need excellent analytical and communication skills to interpret data write reports and provide constructive feedback to training providers. Confidence in using Microsoft Office tools the ability to work independently and collaboratively and a commitment to continuous improvement and learner outcomes are essential. Experience working with Further Education colleges or adult education settings will be highly valued.
You can view a full list of requirements in theJob and Person Profile (Word).If you believe you can succeed in this role apply. Even if you dont meet all requirements still apply. We would appreciate the opportunity to consider your application.
The team
This role sits within the Skills and Employment team a group dedicated to driving economic growth across Norfolk and Suffolk by developing a strong pipeline of talent for our local economy. Our purpose is to empower individuals through skills development helping them unlock opportunities and contribute meaningfully to their communities. What motivates us is seeing the real-world impact of our workwhether thats someone securing their first job or retraining for a new career.
We are entering the fourth year of delivering Skills Bootcamps in our region. The success of the programme has seen our learner numbers and the business we work with grow exponentially and we are excited to see how the next phase develops.
Were proud to be a team that doesnt just talk about changewe make it happen. Our work is rooted in collaboration innovation and a shared commitment to making Suffolk a place where everyone can thrive.
We foster a culture of mutual respect and continuous learning. Whether its through regular team check-ins shared successes or informal knowledge-sharing sessions we support and develop one another.
Youll be supported from day one with opportunities to develop your skills take on new challenges and shape the future of skills and employment in our region. We practice hybrid working with office days twice a week.
We believe in the power of people. If youre passionate about helping others succeed thrive in a collaborative environment and want to be part of something meaningful wed love to hear from you.
Empowering Everyone
Were big believers in potential possibility and the power of different ideas. Were always searching for ways to encourage respect and enable everyone to be the best they can be. We want to represent the diverse communities we serve. We welcome applications from all individuals especially those from groups that are currently underrepresented in the organisation as shown in our Workforce Equality Report ().
For more information
Please contact Simon Allen (he/him)for a casual conversation. You can reach him by calling0or emailing
If you want to apply for a secondment read the secondment policy first. Make sure you get permission from your current manager before submitting your application.
How to apply
Step 1 - Read the Job and Person Profile (Word).
Step 2 - Click Apply Now to start your online application.
Step 3 -Upload asupporting statementanswering the following questions below (no more than 400 words per question). You should use theSupporting Statement template.
- Tell us about a time you worked with external training providers or partners to improve service delivery. What was your approach and what was the outcome
- Can you share an experience where your understanding of Ofsteds Education Inspection Framework helped improve a providers readiness or performance
- Have you ever delivered training or guidance to colleagues or providers on quality or compliance topics How did you ensure it was effective
- Tell us about a time you worked as part of a team to implement a new quality assurance framework or process. What role did you play
Step 4 -Upload a CV (without name and personal details).
Please note:Without a supporting statement and CV your interest will not be progressed. Any supporting documents must be in either PDF or MS Word format.
We value authentic applications that showcase your genuine skills and experiences. Applications suspected of being generated by AI may be rejected. We encourage you to present your own work and ideas throughout the application process.
If you require any reasonable adjustments to the application process before the next selection stage please contact our Recruitment Team by emailingor calling0.If you are invited to the next stage of selection you will have another opportunity to request adjustments for the next stages of the process.
Closing date:11.30pm 13 July 2025.
Interview date: 5 August 2025.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) checks or police vetting will be required for relevant posts. #LI-Hybrid
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Employment Type
Full-Time
