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Skills
Strategic Leadership & Policy Development Setting vision and translating government priorities into actionable frameworks for post-16 education and apprenticeships. Regulatory Governance & Compliance Expertise in Ofqual, IfATE, and sector-wide assurance, including Centre Assessment Standards Scrutiny (CASS) and EQA oversight. Quality Assurance & Continuous Improvement Designing SAR/QIP frameworks, improving OFSTED outcomes, and embedding transparent governance models. Stakeholder Engagement & Influence Building collaborative relationships with regulators, employers, and education providers; facilitating multi-party forums. Data & Intelligence-Led Decision Making Using complex data analysis to inform policy, risk management, and sector-wide improvement strategies. Programme & Change Management Leading large-scale reforms and thematic reviews under high scrutiny, including Covid-19 resilience measures. Inclusive People Leadership Developing capability, safeguarding leadership, and fostering positive, inclusive cultures across multidisciplinary teams. Financial & Resource Management Prioritising resources across complex portfolios, ensuring efficiency and alignment with strategic priorities. Sector Expertise Deep understanding of apprenticeships, technical education, funding systems, and regulatory frameworks.
About
With over two decades in post-16 education and skills, I have led strategic quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and apprenticeship reform at national level. My roles at Ofqual and People1st International involved shaping policy, designing governance frameworks, and directing External Quality Assurance across multiple sectors, impacting tens of thousands of apprenticeships. I have a proven record of delivering systemic improvements, influencing strategy, and fostering collaborative partnerships with regulators, employers, and education providers. This experience positions me as a trusted leader in driving ambitious reforms and building a future-ready skills system.