We are a growing multi-site organisation deliveringwraparound childcare (including EYFS) andapprenticeships & training provision. With over
30 settingsand continued expansion, we are recruiting a senior compliance professional to lead Ofsted childcare inspections and quality assurance and support on Ofsted readiness on our apprenticeships and training provision.

This is a leadership role focused onassurance, improvement, and inspection confidence— not administration.

Key responsibilities

Lead and supportOfsted childcare inspections
Carry outtermly compliance and quality auditsacross multiple settings
Develop and monitorsite-level Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs)following audits and inspections
Support managers and staff development to improve practice and confidence
Provideassurance and audit oversightof staff qualifications, training, DBS and safer recruitment (records maintained centrally)
Maintain inspection-ready evidence packs for childcare and training provision
SupportOfsted readiness administrationfor apprenticeship and training provision
Take part insetting appraisals and performance reviewswith the Operations team
Track actions, risks, and improvements and report to senior leadership
Proven experience leading Ofsted childcare inspections
Strong knowledge ofEYFS, Compulsory Childcare register, safeguarding, and Ofsted expectations
Experience auditing or quality-assuring childcare or education provision
Confident supporting and challenging managers / practioners to improve practice
Highly organised, detail-focused, and credible
Willingness to travel regularly between sites (based across Beds, Bucks, Herts, Oxford, Northants)
DSL qualification or safeguarding leadership experience
Experience supporting Ofsted inspections in training/apprenticeships

What we offer

Senior, influential role in a growing organisation
Hybrid working with autonomy
Direct access to leadership
Opportunity to shape quality and compliance at scale
Competitive salary and long-term progression
Apply with your CV and a short cover note explaining your Ofsted inspection experience.

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