Quality and Internal Verifier Lead (IQA)
| Posting date: | 05 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | £20,000 to £30,000 per year |
| Additional salary information: | Up to £29,956.10 FTE Pro Rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 05 March 2026 |
| Location: | PL1 1EA |
| Company: | United Response |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | UNIT199604 |
Summary
Join Our Team as an Internal Quality Assurer (IQA) at ROC College
Are you organised, motivated, and passionate about ensuring high-quality education and assessment for young people?
Would you like a role where you can support teaching staff, influence quality standards, and help students achieve their best?
If so, we’d love to hear from you! United Response is looking for experienced, enthusiastic individuals to join our ROC College education team as Internal Quality Assurers (IQA) in Plymouth.
LOCATION: Plymouth
FUNCTION: ROC College
ACCOUNTABLE TO: Deputy Head Quality and Improvement
ACCOUNTABLE FOR: Supporting staff and maintaining quality assurance standards within ROC College
HOURS: 37.5 hours per week, Full Time
SALARY: Up to £29,956.10 FTE Pro Rata
Who We Are
United Response is a registered charity, founded in 1973. Our mission is to ensure that individuals with learning disabilities, mental, or physical support needs have the opportunity to live life to the fullest. We support around 2,000 people across more than 300 locations in England and Wales, with over 3,600 staff members.
ROC College, a part of United Response, is a specialist college providing person-centred, community-based teaching and learning within Cornwall, Devon, and Somerset. We work with young people aged 16-25 with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs).
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking an organised and experienced IQA to ensure the highest standards in teaching, learning, and assessment at ROC College. You should have experience in quality assurance, internal verification, and supporting teaching staff, with excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in post-16 education and assessment processes
- Knowledge of Ofsted standards and quality assurance cycles
- Ability to monitor and evaluate staff performance and student progression
- Experience delivering training, advice, and support to assessors
- Strong organisational skills, self-motivation, and ability to prioritise effectively
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively across teams and support colleagues in achieving high standards
A teaching qualification (Level 3 or above) and experience in SEND or supporting students with learning disabilities is highly desirable.
What to Expect
As an IQA at ROC College, you will:
- Oversee the internal verification of accredited learning and assessment practices
- Support assessors with training, guidance, and professional development
- Schedule assessments and monitor adherence to quality assurance processes
- Lead standardisation activities and ensure consistency in assessment decisions
- Maintain accurate records of verification activities and contribute to quality reports
- Support the Head of College in programme approval and development
- Act as an ambassador for ROC College, promoting high standards and good practice
What We Can Offer You
United Response offers a comprehensive benefits package for all employees, including:
- Pension contribution
- Travel to work scheme (season ticket loan)
- Cycle to work scheme
- Access to free occupational health, physiotherapy, counselling, and advice services
- Employee shopping discounts and eligibility for the Blue Light Card
- Access to an online shopping platform with discounts from over 3,500 retailers
- Fully paid training and access to nationally recognised qualifications
- 2x basic salary life assurance scheme
- Refer-a-friend bonus scheme
- A collaborative and supportive team environment
- Potential for career progression
- Two Wellbeing days per year because your health matters
United Response is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff to share this commitment.
Successful applicants in regulated activity will be subject to appropriate vetting procedures and an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
United Response is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are a Disability Confident employer and fully committed to Mindful Employer values, providing support to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you need assistance navigating our website or completing your application, please contact us at recruitment@unitedresponse.org.uk
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