Legal Curriculum Lead

A well-established, leading provider of specialist training and apprenticeships exclusively for the UK legal sector. They work with law firms across England, helping them utilise government funding (Levy & Co-investment) for programmes like Paralegal, Solicitor (SQE), CILEX, Conveyancing.

As the Legal Curriculum Lead and Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) for Level 3 Paralegal and Level 6/7 Chartered Legal Executive (CLE) Apprenticeships, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering high-quality curriculums aligned with the apprenticeship standards.

Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will support the delivery team, lead a team of Coaches/Tutors, manage workshop scheduling, conduct IQA quality assurance activities, and monitor performance metrics such as pass rates and Qualification Achievement Rates (QAR).

This involves conducting regular IQA checks to verify portfolio quality, ensuring all Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSB) are evidenced, and collaborating with assessment organisations to meet regulatory deadlines. By fostering innovative teaching practices, building strong employer relationships, and maintaining the Quality Improvement Plan (QIP) in compliance with Department for Education (DfE) and Ofsted requirements, you will drive Datalaw’s mission to deliver exceptional legal education while aligning with the broader learner experience and quality assurance frameworks.

• Collaborate with the Head of Quality, Quality Manager, and Coach Manager to design and maintain robust curriculum aligned with the Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship and Level 6/7 Chartered Legal Executive Apprenticeship standards.
• Support the development and integration of innovative teaching resources, incorporating digital learning technologies to enhance apprentice engagement and outcomes across both apprenticeship levels.
• Contribute to the creation of training plans and off-the-job (OTJ) training schedules, ensuring apprentices meet Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSB) requirements for End-Point Assessment (EPA) for both Level 3 and Level 6/7 programmes.
• Work with Coaches and Coaches/Tutors to promote excellent standards of behaviour, personal development, and professional skills among apprentices at both Level 3 and Level 6/7, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Support the Quality Manager in implementing quality assurance processes, including observations of teaching and learning, to maintain high standards and ensure consistency across delivery for both programmes.
• Support the Coach Manager in leading a team of Coaches/Tutors, ensuring effective workshop scheduling, curriculum delivery, timely learner achievement and support professional development to drive quality delivery.
• Provide guidance and mentoring to Coaches/Coaches/Tutors to ensure consistency in teaching practices, alignment with curriculum goals, and adherence to quality assurance standards for both levels.
• Oversee timely entry to EPA by coordinating with Coaches/Tutors to monitor apprentice progress, conducting regular Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) checks to verify the quality and completeness of learner portfolios, ensuring all Knowledge, Skills, and Behaviours (KSB) are evidenced in accordance with apprenticeship standards.
• Collaborate with assessment organisations to ensure compliance with regulatory deadlines for seamless EPA submissions.
• Take ownership of providing coaches and Coaches/Tutors with up-to-date information through regular briefings, training sessions, and resources to maintain alignment with evolving standards and support consistent programme delivery.
• Track and analyse Level 3/6/7 Paralegal assessment pass rates, QAR, and other key performance indicators, reporting findings to the Quality Manager/Head of Quality to inform strategies for enhancing outcomes.
• Support the maintenance of up-to-date QAR and QIP in line with DfE, Ofsted, and CILEX requirements, ensuring compliance with regulatory and funding standards for both programmes.
• Lead on apprenticeship quality assurance activities, including conducting internal quality assurance (IQA) checks, sampling apprentice work, and verifying assessment decisions to ensure compliance Level 3/6/7 awarding body standards.
• Liaise with CILEX, and other relevant bodies to maintain evidence of robust quality assurance processes and curriculum alignment for both apprenticeship levels.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with employers and other partners to ensure the curriculum and quality assurance processes for both Paralegal and CLE apprenticeships meet industry needs and regulatory standards.
• Support the Quality Manager in providing curriculum-related insights to the marketing team for the promotion of legal apprenticeships, highlighting quality assurance achievements.
• Contribute to learner experience initiatives by supporting the evaluation of the full learner journey for legal apprentices, including onboarding, initial assessments, gateway feedback, and exit reviews, ensuring quality assurance is embedded throughout.
• Assist in facilitating learner focus groups and consultation panels to gather feedback on quality assurance processes and refine customer-facing resources, ensuring alignment with the broader learner experience framework for both programmes.
• Support the Quality Manager and Head of Quality in preparing for Ofsted inspections, ensuring curriculum delivery and quality assurance activities for Level 3/6/7 align with the Education Inspection Framework (EIF).
• Provide curriculum-related data, including QAR, learner feedback, and evidence of quality assurance processes for all programmes, to support inspection readiness and evidence presentation.
• Assist in implementing Ofsted action plans and conducting internal audits to ensure curriculum compliance, robust quality assurance, and continuous improvement across both apprenticeship levels.

• Strong knowledge of the Level 3 Paralegal Apprenticeship and Level 6/7 CLE standard, with a working understanding of legal qualifications and other relevant regulatory requirements.
• Proven experience in apprenticeship or Further Education (FE) operations management, curriculum development, and quality assurance, with a track record of achieving high-quality outcomes across different qualification levels.
• Hold a teaching qualification (e.g., PGCE, CertEd) and assessment/IQA qualifications (e.g., TAQA or IQA awards).
• Skilled in delivering practical legal training (e.g., Level 3 Paralegal and CLE Level 6 content) with a passion for using digital tools to enhance learning.
• Experience supporting the maintenance of QAR, QIP, and apprenticeship quality assurance processes in compliance with DfE, Ofsted, and CILEX standards for multiple apprenticeship levels.
• Strong organisational, analytical, and mentoring skills to inspire and motivate a team of Coaches/Tutors while ensuring robust quality assurance across legal programmes.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills to engage with apprentices, employers, and internal teams.

• £35,000 Salary
• Generous annual leave allowance - 32+ days holiday, we close down over Christmas and provide an additional days leave for Birthdays.
• Buy and sell Holidays scheme
• Medical Cash plan
• Monday to Friday, 09:00am – 5:00pm
• On-going training and development to support with your career progression
• Company pension
• ‘Cycle to work’ scheme
• Work from home
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Private medical insurance
• Remote Working