Academic Standards and Compliance Manager (Further and Higher Education)

• Lead the operational delivery of academic quality assurance, standards, and regulatory compliance across FE provision, HE provision, and apprenticeships
• Act as the operational lead for HE quality, ensuring absolute alignment with Office for Students (OfS) Conditions of Registration, specifically covering conditions B1, B2, and B3
• Manage critical HE regulatory returns and reporting, including OfS data submissions, NSS, TEF, and HESES/HEIFES returns
• Oversee institutional preparation for external verifiers, university partner reviews, and major regulatory inspections from bodies such as Ofsted and the ESFA
• Maintain, update, and implement academic regulations and frameworks while supporting the Academic Board, assessment boards, and quality committees
• Investigate complex quality issues, student appeals, and suspected cases of malpractice or maladministration
• Develop and review internal quality assurance (IQA) records, sampling strategies, and documentation to track learner progression and ensure End-Point Assessment (EPA) readiness.

• A degree or equivalent professional qualification is essential
• Significant, proven experience working within quality assurance, academic standards, or registry functions across both FE and HE environments
• Deep knowledge of awarding body compliance, OfS frameworks, and regulatory data reporting
• High attention to detail, strong analytical problem-solving capabilities, and the capacity to confidently influence stakeholders while translating complex regulations into clear guidance
• A flexible approach to commuting, with the absolute willingness to work on-site on a weekly basis across all campuses to meet operational business needs
• Must undergo an Enhanced DBS check, provide a complete CV history accounting for any employment gaps, and verify their right to work in the UK.

A Master's degree or a professional qualification in FE/HE administration, quality, or leadership

• Training and education
• Safeguarding & Prevent
• Competitive salaries, benefits, and excellent training packages
• Referral Bonus