Senior Compliance Officer in Portsmouth

Job Title: Senior Compliance Officer

Location: Highbury Campus

Salary: £31,131.45 - £32,984.34 Full Time Equivalent per annum

Hours of work: 37 Hours per week, 52 Weeks per year, Full-Time, Permanent

About us:
At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators. Everyone at the College is part of the bigger picture and together, each role makes an impact and in turn a difference to our students learning journey.

We have an unrivalled curriculum of courses on offer for students of all ages and stages covering A-levels, Apprenticeships, Vocational & Technical courses. We also offer Higher Education, Online learning and Community courses that appeal to the needs of the local community.

What we offer:

• Annual Leave: 25 days total and closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays
• Pension: Generous Local Government pension. Further information can be found at www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government
• Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department
• Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD
• Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre
• Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address
• Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel)
• Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!

About the role:
We are seeking a highly organised and detail-focused individual to join our Apprenticeship Team, providing expert compliance support across apprenticeship provision. You will work closely with Curriculum Teams, the Business Development Team, apprentices, employers and other stakeholders to ensure processes are delivered accurately, efficiently and in line with all internal and external requirements.

The successful candidate will take a lead role in undertaking compliance checks across apprenticeship programmes, ensuring funding is secured and provision remains fully compliant with ESFA funding rules and regulations. You will develop a strong understanding of funding methodologies, guidance, specifications and compliance frameworks, helping to maintain high-quality provision and minimise risk.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong administrative and analytical skills who is passionate about accuracy, compliance and supporting the success of apprenticeship programmes.

Interviews are expected to take place on the 10th and 12th November 2026.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the monitoring, audit and compliance of apprenticeship programmes, ensuring all activities meet internal and external requirements.
• Approve and quality assure Apprenticeship Service records, resolving compliance queries and securing funding in line with ESFA rules.
• Undertake compliance checks and data validation activities, including reviews of ILR and other funding-related records.
• Support and participate in audits to ensure learner records, tracking processes and evidence are accurate, robust and compliant.
• Manage apprenticeship documentation and maintain accurate records across relevant MIS and compliance systems.
• Act as the first point of contact for apprenticeship compliance queries, providing advice and support to internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor employer health and safety documentation, ensuring records are maintained and compliant.
• Produce clear audit findings, reports and recommendations, supporting continuous improvement across apprenticeship provision.
• Review and improve compliance processes, controls and governance arrangements to minimise risk and enhance quality.

To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you:

• Evidence of commitment to professional development
• A good standard of Maths and English
• Strong organisational and time management skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Computer literate

Diversity and Inclusion:
Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of City of Portsmouth College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training.

The College’s commitment to Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion is reflected in the continued successful promotion of these strands through the curriculum, enrichment activities, and the range of direct and indirect student support services.

Pre-Employment Checks:
The City of Portsmouth College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people in our college. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references.

We reserve the right to close the job advert when we have had successful applications, and it may not run for the full duration of the advert. We do not accept CVs from agencies for these roles.

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