Internal Quality Assessor (IQA)

New Start. is a leading provider of high-quality training and qualifications in Health and Social Care. We are committed to supporting learners and employers to achieve excellence in care through robust training, assessment, and quality assurance. 

The Role 

We are seeking an experienced?Internal Quality Assurer (IQA)?to oversee the delivery and quality assurance of Health and Social Care qualifications, including the?Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care and Residential Childcare. This is a pivotal role ensuring our programmes meet regulatory and awarding organisation requirements, whilst maintaining the highest standards of practice. 

Key Responsibilities 

Lead and co-ordinate IQA activities across our assessor team. 

Maintain compliance with awarding body standards. 

Carry out effective sampling, observations and quality assurance activities. 

Support, mentor, and standardise assessment practices to maintain excellence. 

Lead standardisation meetings and manage continuous improvement strategies (QIP/SAR). 

Prepare for and manage external quality assurance (EQA) visits. 

Contribute to the development of learning and assessment resources. 

Carry out Assessor 1-1s and manage learner allocations. 

Maintain and update all relevant quality assurance documentation and records. 

Identify and address any risks to quality or compliance. 

Requirements 

Assessor qualification (CAVA / A1 or equivalent). 

IQA qualification (Level 4 Award in the Internal Quality Assurance of Assessment Processes and Practice). 

Hold a Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care (or equivalent) 

Substantial experience of quality assurance within Health & Social Care qualifications. 

Strong understanding of the Level 2 Adult Social Care Certificate, to Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Adult Care. 

Up-to-date knowledge of relevant legislation, frameworks, and best practice in adult social care. 

Excellent organisational, leadership, and communication skills. 

What We Offer 

Competitive pay (up to £25 per hour), 8 hours per week (freelance or employed, negotiable). 

Flexible, remote working. 

Opportunity to influence and shape a high-quality provision. 

Supportive and professional team culture. 

Job Type: Part-time 

Pay: £20.00 - £25.00 per hour 

Expected hours: 8 per week