Head of Quality

ROLE DESCRIPTION
Are you an experienced quality leader with a passion for inclusive education and learner success? Lewisham College is seeking a strategic and driven Head of Quality to lead our quality assurance and improvement agenda, ensuring outstanding outcomes for all our learners.

Can you:

Lead the development and implementation of the College’s Quality Strategy, aligned with Ofsted’s Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
Manage/Oversee the annual self-assessment process, quality improvement plans (QIPs), and curriculum performance reviews.
Support curriculum teams to deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment across all provision types, including 16–19, adult, apprenticeships, English, Math’s and SEND.
Monitor and analyse performance data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Lead on Ofsted readiness and external quality assurance visits, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement.
Promote a culture of high expectations, equity, and learner-cantered practice.
Promote NCG values and behaviours.

We are looking for:

Substantial experience in a senior quality role essentially within Further Education or a similar Large, Complex, Diverse organization.
Strong understanding of Ofsted EIF, SAR/QIP processes, and FE regulatory frameworks.
Proven ability to lead and influence cross-college quality improvement initiatives.
Excellent analytical, communication, and coaching skills.
A commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity, and inclusion
 
Why join Lewisham College?
Be part of a vibrant, diverse college at the heart of South East London.
Work alongside passionate educators and leaders committed to social mobility and community impact.
Shape the future of quality and standards in a college that values innovation and continuous improvement.
Access to generous annual leave, pension scheme, and professional development opportunities.
 
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:

Generous Annual Leave
Flexible Working
Student Discount
Government Pension Schemes
Cycle to Work
Employee Assistance Programme