Head of Apprenticeship Quality and Ofsted Institutional Nominee

Job description

Job Description

Head of Apprenticeship Quality & Ofsted Institutional Nominee

Ready to lead apprenticeship quality at institutional level and shape an outstanding experience for apprentices, employers and academic teams?

The University of Salford is looking for an experienced apprenticeship quality leader to join us as Head of Apprenticeship Quality & Ofsted Institutional Nominee. This high-profile role will provide strategic leadership for quality assurance, continuous improvement, regulatory readiness and Ofsted inspection activity.

Building on our Ofsted Good apprenticeship provision, you will strengthen institutional assurance and drive enhancement across a portfolio spanning sectors including construction, engineering, health, science and public services.

The role

In this role, you will act as the University's named Ofsted Institutional Nominee and senior inspection contact, leading apprenticeship quality assurance, self-assessment, improvement planning and inspection readiness. You will advise senior leaders, governance committees, Schools and Professional Services on quality, performance and regulatory risk, using evidence-led improvement to build confidence, consistency and readiness across the institution.

You will bring credibility in apprenticeship quality, external inspection or regulatory assurance, with the confidence to operate at senior level. You will be able to translate complex requirements into clear action, influence diverse stakeholders and use evidence to drive meaningful improvement.

Why join us?

As the University celebrates delivery of 10 years of higher and degree apprenticeships, this is a rare opportunity to shape the future of apprenticeship quality at a university with strong industry links, a clear regional mission and a commitment to real-world learning. If you are a strategic, collaborative and values-driven leader, we would love to hear from you.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary - and excellent pension scheme
• An impressive 32 days leave - plus bank holidays, additional time off at Christmas and the opportunity to buy even more!
• Our community - there's a real sense of belonging here at Salford. We value diversity, in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives
• A rewarding career - where everything you do will make a difference. To our students, our local community, and the world around you

Interviews will take place on Friday 9th October.

Note : This opportunity may close early dependent on applicant numbers.

JOB DESCRIPTION

About Us

Join us here in Salford and be part of one of the UK's fastest growing universities. At Salford, you'll find a career that works for you, with flexible working, great benefits, generous annual leave and continuous professional development.

All our people are important to us, and we have services dedicated to your mental and physical wellbeing from an Employee Assistance Programme to discounted gym membership. All of this on either our Peel Park campus or our MediaCity campus, at the heart of a world-renowned digital and media hub.

We value diversity - in backgrounds and in experiences. Our difference makes us stronger, and together we share a passion for improving students' lives. We have a commitment to be Net Zero by 2038 and embed sustainability in all aspects of university life.

And, most importantly, we offer you a rewarding career. A career where everything you do will make a difference - to the students, our local community and the world around you.

At the University of Salford you'll join a place to be inspired, connect and thrive. Find out more about a career that works for you at www.salford.ac.uk/jobs.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Salford

Type of Contract

Full Time Jobs

Published at

28-08-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No