At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead qualification reform projects and develop regulatory expectations for assessments.
- Company: Ofqual, a key player in England's education system.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Join a dynamic team focused on innovative educational reforms.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in shaping the future of education qualifications.
- Qualifications: Experience in policy development and assessment strategies required.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 65000 £ per year.
Ofqual, working closely with the Department for Education (DfE), is embarking on a major multi‐year programme of qualification reform across England's qualifications system. This includes supporting the redevelopment of GCSEs and A levels and overseeing the introduction and accreditation of new qualifications, including V Levels, Foundation Certificates and Occupational Certificates.
The role contributes to securing the long‐term quality, validity, and coherence of the nation's qualifications.
To deliver this important project, we have various opportunities available at Senior Manager, Manager and Officer level. All will generally work within our Policy and Design and Development (D and D) teams. These teams lead on both general and subject-specific policy and assessment considerations, including developing appropriate regulatory expectations and reviewing qualification and assessment materials against those expectations.
The Design and Development teams focus on developing subject specific regulatory expectations on assessment approaches. The Senior Manager will lead and contribute to individual strands of work and projects in the VTQ Design and Development or GQ Design, Development and Evaluation team. This will be with a particular focus on developing subject-specific regulatory expectations for assessment approaches and reviewing qualification materials generated by exam boards/awarding organisations, such as specifications, assessment strategies and sample assessment materials.
It will involve identifying options and making recommendations to inform decision making and deliver priority initiatives with the goal of ensuring that Ofqual's work achieves its strategic objectives. They will lead discussions with internal and external stakeholders, such as exam boards/awarding organisations and the Department for Education.
Where your experience relates to general qualifications or vocational and technical qualifications, including to specific qualifications or subject areas, please indicate this in your application.
Senior Manager Policy and Design & Development in Coventry employer: OFQUAL
Ofqual is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work environment where innovation meets public service. With a strong commitment to employee development and a collaborative culture, staff are encouraged to grow their skills while contributing to the vital reform of England's qualifications system. Located in a central hub, employees benefit from a supportive atmosphere that values diversity and fosters meaningful engagement with key stakeholders in education.
