Internal Quality Assurance Officer

Job description

About the roleThis is a fantastic opportunity to join Dorset Council's Children's Services Workforce Development Team. We are a supportive and values‐led team working to strengthen the youth work workforce across Dorset. You will play an important role in helping us ensure that our Youth Work qualification and training programme is delivered to a consistently high standard for both voluntary sector and Council‐employed youth workers.

This Level 1 Internal Quality Assurance (IQA) role is ideal for someone who is confident, organised and committed to supporting high‐quality youth work practice.

What You Will Be Doing

Assisting with the sampling of learner work to check it meets the required Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Supporting assessors by providing clear, constructive feedback

Helping ensure assessment decisions are consistent and meet VACS requirements (valid, authentic, current and sufficient)

Contributing to observations of assessors and training delivery sessions

Supporting with record‐keeping and maintaining accurate documentation

Assisting with standardisation activities across the assessor team

Helping to action any requirements following external moderation

This is a developing role. You will be supported to build your quality assurance skills and will work under the guidance of the Workforce Development Manager.

About YouWe're looking for someone who is motivated, collaborative and committed to improving outcomes for young people.

Qualifications / Experience

A JNC‐recognised professional Youth Work qualification

Experience working with young people in a youth work setting

Experience supporting or assessing adult learners (desirable for Level 1)

A willingness to complete the A1 Assessor qualification and V1 IQA qualification if not already held (training will be supported)

Skills, Abilities & Knowledge

Good understanding of youth work practice and principles

Basic awareness of the National Occupational Standards for Youth Work

Ability to work effectively with learners, assessors and other stakeholders

Good organisational and time‐management skills

Strong written and verbal communication

Ability to maintain accurate records and follow quality assurance processes

ICT skills including Microsoft 365

Further InformationThis post involves working with children and/or vulnerable adults and/or having access to significant information about them. It will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service check. See our policy on the employment of ex‐offenders.

This post requires you to have access to sensitive information. It will be subject to a Basic Criminal Records Check. See our policy on the employment of ex‐offenders.

See our policy on safeguarding children and young people.

See our adult safeguarding policy.

You will need to work flexibly at times, including occasional Saturday delivery days to undertake IQA duties

You must be able to travel within Dorset as required

This is a zero‐hours role. Hours will be agreed in advance depending on programme requirements

Interviews will take place on Friday 27th March

Want to Know More?For an informal discussion, please contact Tony Nye on 07823 788555.

About UsAt Dorset Council, it's not just about the work we do, it's about how we do it. Hear directly from our employees about what makes Dorset Council special in this short video.

At Dorset Council, we are working together to create a fairer, more prosperous, and more sustainable Dorset for everyone, now and in the future.

We:

provide essential services that support over 300,000 residents

work in partnership to make a real difference

value every role and the impact it has on our communities

support our employees to grow, develop, and thrive

You will:

be part of a team that works together for a better Dorset

have access to a range of benefits and support

receive training and development opportunities to help your career progress

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organisation where different skills, perspectives, and backgrounds strengthen both our council and the communities we serve.

We welcome applications from everyone and are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. If you declare a disability and meet the essential criteria for the role, we will offer you an interview. We also want our recruitment process to be accessible, if you need any reasonable adjustments, just let us know on your application.

This role is UK‐based, and we will need to confirm your Right to Work as part of the appointment process. We use generic job descriptions and person specifications, so the job title in any attachments may differ from the advert. If needed, we will provide additional details in a context statement.

If you're passionate about making a difference, we'd love you to join us.

Find out more about how to apply.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Dorchester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

03-04-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English