Quality Co-ordinator for Subcontracted Learning

Overview

Buckinghamshire Adult Learning are the main provider of part-time learning opportunities for adults in Buckinghamshire, inspected by Ofsted in April 2024 and graded ‘good’ overall with an ‘outstanding’ grade for our Adult provision.

We offer a broad programme of taught courses, workshops and online learning delivered from almost 140 locations across the county including dedicated Adult Learning centres, schools, community and employer premises. To extend our reach and offer a broader curriculum for residents, we commission subcontractors to deliver funded programmes on the Council’s behalf. This role ensures that the quality of this subcontracted delivery matches or exceeds our in-house standards, encourage improvement of provision by the sharing of good practice and provides residents with positives course outcomes.

This is a Fixed Term/Secondment position for 12 months.

About us

Buckinghamshire Council is a relatively new organisation that combines the strengths and expertise of the previous five councils in the county to create positive change for local people, communities, and businesses. We are firmly focused on the future and have made a clear commitment to serve residents better and to provide stronger representation for Buckinghamshire, both locally and nationally.  

Buckinghamshire is an ambitious, rapidly growing county, and our economy is one of the strongest in the country. It is an area of outstanding natural beauty and ranks as one of the top rural areas to live in the UK and yet it is incredibly well connected– only an hour from London on the train. The county has a rich history and heritage and is the birthplace of the international Paralympic movement.

We are looking for motivated, ambitious and inspiring people to join us on our journey. You will be entitled to a range of different benefits to make sure you are happy both at work and at home.

About the role

• Implement our Quality Improvement Framework through classroom visits, observations, audits, and learner feedback.
• Build strong relationships with subcontractors, supporting their continuous improvement through CPD and quality assurance.
• Monitor learner outcomes and work with providers to address achievement gaps.
• Collect case studies and testimonials to demonstrate programme impact.
• Support promotional activities and contribute to strategic planning and self-assessment processes.

About you

• Have substantial experience in adult education and subcontracted provision.
• Understand the Skills agenda, OFSTED and DfE requirements, and awarding body standards.
• Be confident in communicating with diverse stakeholders and adapting messaging accordingly.
• Be skilled in using digital platforms including Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and MIS systems.
• Be capable of writing evaluative reports and delivering constructive feedback.
• Hold a relevant teaching qualification (Cert Ed/DTLLS or equivalent) or be working towards it.
• Possess a full driving licence and be able to travel across the county.

Other information

If you would like to find out more about this role, please contact Jacqueline Wilson on 01296 383109/ 07590 454408

Closing date: Midnight on Wednesday 27th August 2025

We reserve the right to close the vacancy once we have received sufficient applications, so please be advised to submit your application as early as possible.

Buckinghamshire Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk.

This post is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare:

• All unspent cautions and/or unspent convictions

For further information on how long it takes for cautions and convictions cautions to become spent, please refer to our guide on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (updated 2023) | Nacro

Our values and culture

We have a set of values, which our employees have chosen, that represent what we are – Proud, Ambitious, Collaborative and Trustworthy.

By joining Buckinghamshire Council, you can expect:

• a fair and inclusive culture
• the chance to really make a difference to those around you
• health and well-being initiatives including an Employee Assistance Programme, Mental Health First Aiders and mindfulness workshops
• a unified voice through our Employee Representative Group
• ongoing support, and the opportunity to develop and progress in your career with us
• opportunities to take part in fun activities such as fundraising and social events

At Buckinghamshire Council, we know that our biggest strength comes from the people that work for us, and that’s why we’re working hard to ensure we continue to be an accessible and inclusive organisation.

From dedicated staff networks overseen by our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Steering Group, to proudly standing as a Disability Confident employer, it’s important to us that all our colleagues feel engaged, listened to, and valued. Our offer of flexible working empowers a productive and happy workforce and allows employees to combine work with other responsibilities and commitments.

We believe our workforce should reflect the diverse communities we service in Buckinghamshire, and are looking for like-minded individuals to join us in promoting equality, fairness, and inclusion for everyone.

We recognise and reward you

Hard work and success deserves recognition. That’s why we pride ourselves on the benefits we give our people. We actively encourage a good work-life balance and promote flexible and agile working arrangements. We provide discounts on various Cafés, restaurants, shops and auto enrolment onto our generous Pension Scheme. In addition to the opportunity to gain membership to Costco, we have discounted gym memberships, travel discounts with Arriva and much more.

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