Development Quality Assurer

Are you passionate about developing trainers and raising the quality of apprenticeship delivery in sectors such as hospitality, early years, adult care, or culinary arts?

Location: Remote (with regular travel in Hampshire & Berkshire area)

Salary: from £30,000 - £35,000 + tax-free bonus + travel expenses

Contract: 12 month fixed term contract

Start date: July 2026

At The Opportunity Provider, we’re on a mission to transform lives through exceptional apprenticeship programmes. We're looking for a motivated and experienced Apprenticeship Development Coach (Quality Assurer) to support the growth and performance of our Vocational Trainers on a 12-month fixed term contract to cover Maternity Leave. This is a remote-based role with regular travel in the Hampshire and Berkshire region (3–4 days per week), focused on enhancing the delivery of high-quality, compliant, and engaging apprenticeship programmes across hospitality, chef, adult care, and early years.

What you’ll be doing:

Coach and Develop Vocational Trainers

• Deliver face-to-face and remote coaching, mentoring, and teaching support
• Identify trainer development needs and build tailored training plans
• Support trainers through structured induction, CPD, and qualifications (e.g. TAQA, Learning and Skills Mentor)
• Conduct regular teaching observations, giving actionable feedback to improve learner outcomes

Drive Quality and Compliance

• Champion continuous improvement aligned with the Education Inspection Framework
• Use quality assurance tools (e.g. e-portfolios, learner data) to identify gaps and underperformance
• Work closely with Area Managers and other departments to ensure delivery consistency

Maximise Learning Impact

• Design and run upskilling workshops, coaching interventions, and risk-based training sessions
• Collaborate with employers during site visits to monitor the quality of apprenticeship delivery
• Keep up to date with sector trends and innovation in digital and in-person learning strategies

About You:

• Experience in apprenticeship delivery or quality assurance in hospitality, chef, adult care, or early years
• A teaching qualification at Level 3 or above (e.g. AET or equivalent)
• Ideally a Level 4 TAQA qualification (or willingness to work towards – we’ll support you!)
• Coaching and mentoring skills, with a passion for developing others
• A full driving licence and access to a vehicle
• Located to travel regularly across Hampshire & Berkshire

Why Work with Us?

At the Opportunity Provider, your professional growth is our priority. We’ll support you with further qualifications, continuous development, and a collaborative team environment where your work makes a tangible difference. You’ll also enjoy:

• A starting salary from £30,000 + tax-free bonus
• 25 days’ holiday (plus bank holidays), plus a day off for your birthday
• Option to buy/sell up to 5 additional leave days
• Healthcare cash plan, dental plan, and 24/7 GP access
• Enhanced sick pay and life insurance
• Mileage and travel expense reimbursement

Why Join The Opportunity Provider?

We are proud to be a Disability Confident and Living Wage employer, committed to inclusivity and growth through high-quality apprenticeships. We believe in transforming lives through training and creating positive change across the hospitality industry.

Ready to Inspire the Next Generation of Talent?

Apply today and help shape the future of vocational training.

If you’d like to discuss flexible working options or need support during the recruitment process, email us at careers@top.training.

This role is subject to an Enhanced DBS check.