Quality Manager Department: Quality and Performance Salary : £48,282.00 per annum Contract Type: Permanent Full-time 37 hours per week Reference: REC2548 | Closing Date: Sunday, 29 th November 2026 The Opportunity This is an influential role for an experienced quality professional who wants to make a visible difference to the student experience. Working closely with the Head of Quality, you will play a key role in developing and delivering the College’s quality and performance monitoring processes across further education and apprenticeship provision. You will lead a wide range of quality improvement activity, using data, evidence and insight to identify priorities, support improvement and help ensure consistently high standards across the College. From curriculum intent, achievement and attendance to work scrutiny, learner support and assessment practice, you will work collaboratively with curriculum and support teams to turn evidence into meaningful action. You will also oversee internal and external moderation and verification, work with awarding bodies and ensure actions and recommendations are followed through effectively. This is a varied, College-wide role where you will have the opportunity to influence practice, support colleagues and contribute directly to improving the experience and outcomes of our students. About You You will be an experienced quality professional with a strong understanding of quality assurance and improvement within education. Confident working with data and complex information, you will be able to identify what the evidence is telling you, communicate your findings clearly and work with colleagues to turn them into practical improvements. Organised, proactive and self-motivated, you will be comfortable managing a varied programme of quality activity and working with colleagues across different areas of the College. You will have excellent communication and presentation skills, sound judgement and the ability to build effective working relationships while maintaining high expectations. You will also be confident supporting and influencing others, whether presenting findings, monitoring performance, resolving challenges or helping teams strengthen their practice. Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity. Required Relevant Level 3 qualification. 4 GCSE passes including English and maths at Grade C or above (or equivalent). Teaching qualification (Cert Ed, PGCE or equivalent) Assessor qualifications. Experience and knowledge of quality requirements by key awarding bodies. Experience and knowledge of processes of internal and external moderation/verification. Experiences of grading and assessment of learning. Experience of setting and monitoring performance targets leading to demonstrable improvements. Experience of the management and successful delivery of quality improvement strategies. Experience in analysing statistical information Experience in preparing complex reports Experience of delivering staff development and training Reasons to join us We offer substantial annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year including bank and public holidays) Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave days Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous 15.7% employer contribution! We invest in our people through funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development training and paid volunteering days Career advancement opportunities with tailored support for staff to progress Free Barnsley College courses to support your professional and personal development (subject to approval) 24/7 access to same day appointments with a GP Exclusive discounts and cashback for retail, dining and leisure as part of Youat Work Access to health cash plans as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield Discounted college gym membership with on-site facilities Supporting employee mental health through access to free counselling services and the Foundations App Discounts schemes for greener travel including Northern Rail, Trainline and Cycle to Work Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines Access to discounted hair and beauty therapies at our on-site salon On site subsidised Starbucks and food outlets offering a variety of dining options Free breakfast provided daily for all staff members Our shared purpose - We believe in transforming the lives of both our learners and staff Employees can enrol on a Barnsley College course of their choice free of charge, supporting both professional and personal development (subject to approval) The Barnsley College Advantage When you join us, you can expect to benefit from The Barnsley College Advantage. This is the advantage of: Being supported to achieve your personal and professional goals A range of flexible working opportunities Autonomy, Empowerment and Accountability Short- and Long-Term development commitments Access to experiencing work in a range of areas Working in a Value and Behaviour led organisation Reward and Recognition Having your voice heard at every level Comprehensive Wellbeing Support Closing date for applications is Sunday, 29 th November 2026 . We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest. Job Description and Person Specification Applicants must have the right to work in the UK and be able to demonstrate this at the point of appointment. Please note that we are unable to offer Skilled Worker visa sponsorship for this position. Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College 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 successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS. Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children. W e are committed to sustainability, embedding environmentally responsible practices across everything we do and preparing our learners for a low‑carbon future. Find out more about our approach: View our Sustainability Strategy
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