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You will be monitoring the quality of delivery and maintaining the awarding body requirements to ensure that the company maintains centre approvals, scheme approvals and direct claims status. This allows the company to certificate immediately upon learner achievement within the Skills division. You will be Implementing robust quality arrangements and cycles across the business to manage and monitor the risk of financial clawback, quality of delivery, contractual requirements, maintaining an effective reputation within the sector and maintaining a minimum "Good" inspection grade within the Ofsted regime. Primary Objectives: To be responsible for the quality and compliance of all delivery of funded and non-funded provision within PET-Xi financial, quality, reputational and regulatory ensuring this leads to continuous improvement across the business and manages the level of risk. Reporting to SLT and governors on all aspects of Quality and Compliance. Overseeing the company wide quality process to ensure compliance and risk mitigation. To be responsible for ensuring that PET-Xi meets the requirements of the Awarding Bodies/Organisations. To be responsible for ensuring PET-Xi works towards an 'outstanding' result in any Ofsted inspection. To be responsible for ensuring PET-Xi meets all ESFA audit requirements whilst minimising any funding risks and maintaining less than a 5% error rate. Responsibilities: To ensure that PET-Xi is fully prepared for any Ofsted Inspections that may arise and is in a strong position to gain an overall rating of "Good" or 'Outstanding' To ensure the management of the annual Self-Assessment Report and bi-annual review, working with the Quality Manager and operational teams to maintain a consultative approach to report development. To represent PET-Xi as an Ofsted nominee. To develop and maintain quality improvement strategies which have a maximum impact on improvements across all divisions of the business To analyse information gained from internal quality and audit activities to ensure early identification and mitigation of risks. Reporting and maintaining the corporate risk register to the SLT and Governors. To ensure that PET-Xi satisfies and exceeds the requirements of the Awarding Bodies and End Point Assessment Organisation's (EPAOs) with which it works. To develop and maintain efficient and effective quality systems which meet the requirements of external quality assurance and regulatory bodies. To oversee the management of the internal quality assurance and audit cycles, ensuring clear targets are set and achieved of the quality requirements across the company, whilst identifying opportunities for personal growth and development. To oversee the management and preparation for ALL internal and external funding provider financial audits, working with the compliance team to maintain effective controls and analysis to minimise risk to funding and clawback. To widen the attainment of quality standard approvals. Ensure systems are in place for effective monitoring, measuring, and reporting of health and safety, Safeguarding and GDPR issues to the SLT & Governors. Reporting to SLT and governors on all aspects of Quality and Compliance. To carry out any other ad hoc duties as required relating to quality and compliance. Person Specification General Qualities: Strong understanding of the Ofsted requirements and the Education Inspection Framework Experience of managing Awarding body and funding requirements Experience of co-ordinating quality standards approval visits Experience of managing staff Experience of developing a Self-Assessment report Ability to analyse information to enable the early identification and mitigation of risks Ability to communicate clearly with internal and external stakeholders Ability to work in a rapidly changing environment Ability to respond to frequent demands of multiple customers/partners (internal and external) Experience of working in partnership with employers and education and training stakeholders Experience and knowledge of achieving successful audit outcomes and minimal clawback Desirable Characteristics Clear understanding of what good teaching, learning and assessment "lookslike" Understanding of a variety of quality standards Experience of process mapping Competencies: Leadership Establishes vision and manages goals to fulfil it Operate at strategic and senior management level Inspires others to see the vision and their part in it Builds a strong team with clear roles for team members Demonstrates passion and enthusiasm Builds trust with internal and external customers Communicates personal and business perspective and values Developing Others Motivates and empowers others Provides direct reports with feedback and coaching Delegates work effectively Creates clear lines of accountability Fosters a high-performance team Manages conflict Communication Articulates a clear and compelling message Uses business communication skills and etiquette Influences, persuades, and negotiates effectively Listens and inquires (vs. advocates) Communicates assertively and with confidence Facilitates effective meetings Analysis Demonstrate proficiency in fundamental financial and business concepts Applies financial knowledge to business risks/opportunities Understands business interrelationships/how things work together Gains insight from business experience Uses financial analysis to deliver results Problem Solving and Execution Plans and executes projects effectively Establishes standards and measurements Sets priorities Manages risks Holds self-accountable for problems in own area of control Change Agent Participates in and drives change in the organisation Manages others through change Adjusts priorities to changing situation Demonstrates organisational agility and versatility Embraces innovation
Manufacturing & Process Engineer/Software Integration Manager Clearance required: BPSS Duration: 6 Months Location: Gaydon 5 days per week IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Our leading services client is looking for a Contract Software Integration Manager to join a thriving Automotive team in Gaydon. As a Software Integration Manager, you will be responsible for the complete technical leadership of a given project as well as main point of contact for all technical issues and responsible for coordination and prioritization of issue resolution. You will also have accountability for technical concerns and ability to pass key gateway criteria. Responsibilities - Lead Electrical Architecture, Module owner & Test Teams to implement new/existing features Lead issue investigation and resolution of all technical issues Responsible for EE Integration status reporting in engineering technical reviews and escalation forums Responsible for the co-ordinated investigation of complex feature implementation/debugging leading the work streams and ensuring timely closure of issue/implementation to achieve programme timing Prototype build, production line and fleet "first line" support and investigation. Manage delivery of change requests ensuring traceability of requirement and agreement with all key stakeholders (FuSA, Cyber Security, OBD etc) Ideal experience - Experience of working in a technical automotive electrical and software application role. Experience of complex hybrid vehicles is a benefit Experience of automotive architectures and communication protocols like CAN, LIN, Flexray, Ethernet In-depth knowledge of product development cycle from concept to launch (V Cycle) with a focus on software deployment and integration Expert knowledge of automotive diagnostics standards (UDS, ISO 14229, DOIP) and diagnostic tools Complex issue resolution leadership and experience across various functional commodities Proven capability of vehicle analysis using Vector tools (CANalyzer, CANoe, CANape or equivalent) Hands on experience of diagnostic commissioning and manufacturing processes Advanced experience in reading circuit diagrams across complex hybrid systems Ability to interpret requirements documentation Broad prototype build, production line and fleet support experience Understanding of Functional Safety and Cyber Security Strong written and verbal communication, including appropriate escalation and reporting where required Knowledge of scripting languages (such as CAPL, VBA, Python) Understanding of ODX (ISO 22901) Development of a wide range of test properties such as rigs and lab cars, including HV Knowledge of automotive development systems e.g. releasing, concerns, containments, gateways and sign off documentation In-depth expertise in more than one of the following commodities is preferred e.g. powertrain (including hybrid), chassis, infotainment, connectivity, audio, cluster & displays, tracker & e-call, antennas, switchgear, lighting, camera & PDCs, body electronics, power management, EDS If you are interested in the role and would like to apply, please do so by clicking the link, or contacting Jackie Dean at Jumar for immediate consideration. We take great pride in representing socially responsible clients who not only prioritise diversity and inclusion but also actively combat social inequality. Together, we have the power to make a profound impact on fostering a more equitable and inclusive society. By working with us, you become part of a movement dedicated to promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce.