VTQ & Skills CASS Manager in Cardiff

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Contract type: Full-time (36.5 hours), Permanent

We are excited to be inviting applications for a CASS (Centre Assessment Standards Scrutiny) Manager to join our VTQ and Skills Delivery team.

The role

The post holder will apply their experience of vocational qualifications and assessment delivery to play a key role in the external quality assurance function, identifying risks and insights to underpin our CASS strategy for verification. Working closely with the Assistant Director: VTQ and Skills Delivery, you’ll ensure our services are high-performing, compliant, and focused on continuous improvement. This role involves leading the management and analysis of data to support external quality assurance across our VTQ and Skills portfolio. You’ll lead on compliance with operational delivery plans and ensure effective monitoring and scrutiny of assessment standards in line with regulatory expectations.

About you

The post holder will have strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data to spot trends, risks, and opportunities that improve qualifications and operational processes. You’ll have experience in creating clear, accurate reports that support informed decisions and help maintain compliance. You’ll also have experience managing regulatory requirements, including keeping risk registers up to date, working with regulators, and supporting audits. You’ll have strong communication skills, including oral and written presentation, with the ability to build strong relationships both internally and externally.

The benefits

At WJEC, we pride in being an inclusive and supportive place to work. We also offer a range of excellent benefits including: 25 days annual leave per year (in addition to 16 statutory / additional holidays) adjusted for part-time/compressed working patterns, free Welsh lessons, a generous pension scheme and numerous family friendly policies. A career with WJEC can be extremely rewarding and you will be encouraged throughout with great opportunities to develop your professional and personal skills.

WJEC operates a hybrid working model, enabling the successful candidate to split their time between WJEC offices and working at home, subject to business need. As such, applications are invited from individuals across the UK but please note that regular working from our Cardiff will be required. Welsh language skills are not essential but the willingness to learn is always valued.

If you would like to know more about this role, or about working at WJEC, please do not hesitate to contact Sarah (she/her) in our HR team (HR@wjec.co.uk), who will be more than happy to help.

Please visit our website to download a copy of the job description and application form.

Closing date: 23:59, Sunday 04 January 2026

Interviews are anticipated to be held in person, on Wednesday 14 January 2026

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Education and Training
• Industries: Higher Education, Primary and Secondary Education, and Education

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Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom 2 weeks ago