OTC are seeking an enthusiastic Lead IQA/ Engineering Tutor to manage and lead the quality assurance of apprenticeship delivery in our engineering department.

Reporting to the General Manager, the IQA will be responsible for ensuring that all assessment activities meet the requirements of the various awarding bodies with which OTC works. It is expected that the IQA will also have significant involvement in OTC’s wider quality assurance and improvement activities to ensure we deliver a high-quality engineering curriculum.

Main Responsibilities of the Engineering Tutor:

1. To review and amend as appropriate OTC’s current IQA Strategy
2. To ensure effective and consistent delivery of all qualifications, achieving Awarding Bodies’ and OTC’s standards
3. Ensure all IQA documentation is completed adhering to Awarding Organisation and company standards
4. Co-ordinate and undertake EQA visits to ensure Awarding Organisation compliance
5. Maintain the integrity of all programmes by reporting any suspected malpractice or maladministration
6. Contribute to the review of OTC’s Self-Assessment Report.
7. Ensure that all Internal Quality Assurance activities are undertaken promptly to ensure the processing of qualifications and learners through to End Point Assessment
8. Plan, conduct and record sampling activities, observations and support sessions to ensure the development of additional assessors where required
9. Ensure senior managers and board members are advised of the effectiveness of quality assurance/improvement activities  

Essential qualifications and experience as a Engineering Tutor:

• Occupational Competence and qualifications within electrical/mechanical engineering
• To hold a current A1 Assessing Award or Equivalent
• To hold a current V1 Internal Quality Assurance Award or Equivalent
• To hold a recognised qualification for teaching in the Further Education sector 
• To be confident in using OTC’s IT systems and processes 
• To demonstrate clear written and verbal communication skills

Attributes of the Engineering Tutor:

• The ability to make informed and autonomous decisions within the parameters of your job role
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
• A proven track record in effective relationships with internal and external colleagues.
• Excellent time management.