Quality Officer in Burnley

Blackpool & The Fylde College have an exciting opportunity for you to join us as a Quality Officer to join our dynamic team based at our Bispham campus. You will join us on a full time, permanent basis, and in return, we will offer a competitive salary of £31,334 - £33,229 per annum.

At Blackpool and The Fylde College, we’re more than an education provider - we’re a driving force for opportunity, innovation and community growth. As one of the UK’s leading further education colleges and an exempt charity, we deliver high‑quality technical and professional education that transforms lives and supports regional prosperity. With over 12,500 students and around 1,000 colleagues, we’re proud to be an anchor institution driving social mobility, inclusion and success.

About the Quality Officer role: We’re seeking a proactive and highly organised Quality Officer to join our Quality and Standards team at Blackpool and The Fylde College. You’ll play a vital role in monitoring and assuring quality systems across the College, coordinating quality processes, and supporting staff and managers with accurate data, reporting, and compliance activities. This role is central to maintaining high standards of inclusive learning, teaching and assessment across FE, HE and Apprenticeships.

• Plan, coordinate and carry out routine and targeted quality processes, including audits, curriculum reviews and internal quality assurance activities, reporting clearly on findings and outcomes.
• Gather, analyse and present complex quality and performance data, producing reports and documentation to inform decision‑making by senior leaders and management teams.
• Coordinate internal and external quality activities, including exam boards, awarding body visits, moderation, accreditation processes and the monitoring of feedback, surveys and reports.
• Provide expert administrative and operational support to the Quality & Standards directorate, maintaining robust systems, records, schedules and intranet content to ensure compliance.
• Support and guide staff across the College in understanding quality processes, standard documentation and continuous improvement, contributing to staff development and the enhancement of systems and practices.

• Generous annual leave, plus 5 additional gifted days (pro rata for part-time employees) to be taken during the Christmas closure period.
• An excellent pension scheme.
• Professional development and funded training opportunities.
• Flexible working options and family-friendly policies.
• Comprehensive wellbeing support and staff recognition initiatives.

At B&FC, you’ll join a values-led community built on our CAREER principles - Community, Authenticity, Relentless Optimism, Everyone Included, Excellence, and Respect. We’re proud to empower both our colleagues and students to thrive, supported by outstanding facilities, forward-thinking leadership, and a culture of inclusion and innovation. Whether you’re inspiring the next generation or advancing your own professional journey, B&FC is a place where you can truly make a difference.

B&FC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all learners and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. All colleagues are required to complete safeguarding training and uphold the College’s policies and procedures to ensure a safe and supportive environment for learners.

All roles at B&FC are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended), and employment is subject to a range of pre-employment checks including an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, verification of qualifications and references, and the right to work in the UK.