Job Description

Overview

The role of the senior manager, academic quality is to develop and manage Francis James' academic quality assurance systems and processes. The senior manager will take a leading role in ensuring high standards are established and maintained, with a particular focus on assessment and the performance of assessors. The senior manager, academic quality will manage ongoing compliance activities, including data collection and monitoring in line with institutional and regulatory requirements. environment.

Responsibilities

Work with the Academic Director to develop, implement and manage Francis James' academic quality assurance systems and processes Ensure ongoing compliance with internal policy, and external regulatory and other requirements. This may include: reviewing assessment methods and monitoring assessor performance; managing standardisation and moderation; engagement with external examiners; data collection and submissions. Chair and/or minute quality assurance meetings as appropriate. Engage with, and organise, external quality assurance visits. Manage an escalation process for quality-related concerns and issues. Lead and participate in quality improvement initiatives that enhance systems and processes, providing proactive support and guidance across the team at Francis James. Maintain a strong awareness of current and upcoming regulatory and/or statutory requirements.
NB: The purpose of this job description is to indicate the general level of responsibility for this position. The list of responsibilities is not exhaustive, and duties may vary from time to time.

Person Specification

Essential knowledge/experience

Knowledge of higher education sector frameworks and regulations A thorough understanding, developed through experience, of managing academic quality assurance processes and systems Excellent organisational, IT and communication skills Demonstrable experience of delivering to tight deadlines within resource constraints Ability to solve problems, working autonomously with initiative when needed Substantial experience of building and maintaining relationships with staff at all levels
Desirable knowledge/experience

Knowledge and experience of the construction industry Experience of representing institutions during external scrutiny, including preparing for and facilitating reviews and monitoring Experience of governance frameworks in which universities typically operate
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: 35,000.00-40,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Work from home
Schedule:

Monday to Friday
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Bedford MK44 3RZ