Director of Quality

Reaseheath College and University Centre is a leading land-based and technical education provider, with a proud history stretching back over 100 years. Our mission is simple: to deliver industry focused, career ready education that transforms lives and supports the future of all our learners – from further education, higher education, apprenticeships and adult courses.

Set in a stunning rural campus near Nantwich in Cheshire, we offer an inspiring place to work, with industry-leading facilities, strong employer partnerships and a clear focus on innovation, sustainability and real-world skills.

Working at Reaseheath

Working at Reaseheath means being part of a supportive, ambitious and values-driven community. Our staff play a vital role in shaping futures, helping our learners develop the skills, confidence and experience they need to succeed in their careers.

We are committed to creating a positive working environment where colleagues feel valued, supported and able to grow. With opportunities for professional development, strong industry links and a collaborative culture, you can build a rewarding career while making a genuine impact.

Job Title:
Director of Quality

Status:
Permanent, Full Time 37 hours per week

Closing Date: 15th September 2026

Overview

Reaseheath College is seeking an accomplished and forward-thinking quality leader to join its College Management Team and lead the next phase of quality improvement across its Further Education provision. This is a significant senior leadership opportunity for someone who is passionate about excellent teaching, learning and assessment and who can translate evidence, insight and ambition into sustained improvements for learners and employers.

As Director of Quality, you will provide strategic leadership for quality assurance, continuous improvement, learner progress and performance. You will work closely with senior leaders, curriculum teams and support functions to strengthen professional practice, secure consistently high standards and embed a culture in which evidence-informed reflection and improvement are part of everyday activity. You will lead the Quality Assurance Team and provide line management to the Head of Teaching, Learning and Innovation, ensuring that quality assurance and professional development work together to deliver meaningful and measurable improvement.

Reaseheath is a specialist institution with an ambition to be the UK’s leading specialist land-based college. This role offers the opportunity to influence quality strategy across the College and make a direct contribution to the experience, progress and future success of our learners.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead the College's quality improvement strategy, driving outstanding standards in teaching, learning, assessment and learner outcomes.
• Develop and implement effective quality assurance processes that support continuous improvement across Further Education provision.
• Provide inspirational leadership and management to the Quality Assurance Team and the Head of Teaching, Learning and Innovation.
• Oversee the College's quality cycle, including self-assessment, performance reviews, observation activity and quality improvement planning.
• Analyse and present performance data to identify trends, drive improvement actions and support informed decision-making across the College.
• Lead the production of key quality and performance reports, including the College Self-Assessment Report (SAR), for senior leaders and governors.
• Act as a senior leader within the College Management Team, championing excellence, managing quality-related risks and helping to shape the future direction of the College.

The successful candidate will have:

• A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional…