Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) – Casual Role (South Tyneside, 2025/26 Academic Year)
Are you an experienced Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) looking for a flexible, rewarding role in the education sector? Do you have a passion for ensuring high standards in Functional Skills Maths and English delivery and assessment? If so, this is an exciting opportunity to support a brand-new Alternative Provision in South Tyneside on a casual basis throughout the 2025/26 academic year.
This provision is dedicated to supporting learners aged 14 to 25 who require a personalised and flexible learning approach, helping them gain essential qualifications and life skills.
The Role:
- Provide internal quality assurance for Functional Skills Maths and English at Level 1 & 2, ensuring assessment meets awarding body standards.
- Work flexibly across the academic year, conducting sampling, standardisation meetings, and supporting assessors as required.
- Ensure compliance with Ofqual and awarding body regulations, maintaining accurate records of IQA activities.
- Offer constructive feedback and guidance to assessors to maintain high-quality delivery and assessment.
- Support the provision in achieving consistently high success rates and learner outcomes.
The Ideal Candidate:
- Holds a recognised IQA qualification (e.g., V1, TAQA Level 4, or equivalent).
- Has experience in Functional Skills Maths and English quality assurance.
- Understands alternative provisions, PRUs, SEMH settings, or learners with additional needs.
- Has a keen eye for detail, ensuring fair, valid, and reliable assessment practices.
- Holds (or is willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS check on the update service.
Why Join Us?
- Casual, flexible work to fit around other commitments.
- Be part of an exciting new alternative provision in South Tyneside.
- Competitive PAYE rates – no umbrella companies.
- A unique opportunity to help shape a new learning environment from its first academic year.
- Support from a dedicated consultant, including former teachers.
- Professional development opportunities and access to discounted CPD courses.
- Uncapped referral bonuses for recommending education professionals (T&Cs apply).
- Free enhanced DBS checks (T&Cs apply).
This is a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in maintaining quality, supporting assessors, and ensuring outstanding learner outcomes in a brand-new setting.
Apply today and be part of something truly special!
