Quality Performance and Audit Officer (LUM496/1432)

The post holder will be responsible for supporting the quality assurance and the performance management of all apprenticeship provision across the college group and subcontracted provision. Proactively managing and monitoring support to under performance and reacting quickly to issues as they arise, you will have a solution focused approach. Undertake a range of planning, co-ordination and organisational tasks in supporting the delivery of cross college projects and initiatives relating to Apprenticeships

Research, collate and present a range of information and performance data using college systems, to report on developments in Apprenticeships

Manage the administrative requirements of the Apprenticeship provision and present to the management team.

A key success of this position would see all apprenticeships delivering a high quality provision which meets ESFA and Ofsted requirements and achieves the group’s targets to ensure maximum contract value for growth within the LEP priorites.

What You Will Do

• Support the curriculum departments and subcontracted provision in line with funding guidance, ensuring that documentation, Onefile and claim returns are fit for purpose.
• Carry out robust Due Diligence checks and monitor the enrolment process for accuracy and compliance
• To work with the management team to ensure the tracking and monitoring  system that captures learning and assessment (e-portfolio) accurately reflects progress.
• Maintain accurate statistical and financial data, reports and records as required by management and external agencies using the groups management information and e-portfolio systems.
• Support in leading and preparing for audits / inspection of the apprenticeship/adult provision in line with national guidance, as and when  required
• Meet monthly with the college's apprenticeship delivery teams in order to monitor performance and implement strategies to  improve success in the tracking and monitoring of learning

About You

• It is essential that you can work well with people.
• This role will need engagement with the whole department and college group, so excellent communication skills will be an advantage.
• You will need to be highly organised and focused driven.
• It is essential that you are competent in using software such as spreadsheets and Management information systems

Benefits

There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

• Generous Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 39 days holiday plus bank holidays. This includes closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).
  • Support Staff 39 days
  • Academic 44 days
  • Senior Management 44 days
• Excellent Pension schemes
  • Teachers’ Pension Scheme 
  • Local Government Pension Scheme 
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card). 
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities -  including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally. 

We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. 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.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) in recruitment is key to our Group’s values. We are dedicated to fostering a workplace that embraces equality, diversity and inclusion in all its forms, where every candidate is treated with fairness, respect, and equity. Our recruitment processes are designed to ensure equal opportunities, remove bias, and promote a diverse talent pool. We continually assess and improve our practices to ensure that every individual, regardless of background, has an equal chance to succeed. By championing EDI, we aim to create a workforce that reflects the richness of our communities and drives innovation through diverse perspectives.  To find out more about what our commitment to EDI means to us please Click here to learn more about our EDI objectives.

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