Automotive External Quality Assurance and Compliance Lead

Hybrid - (One day per week required in the Nottingham office)

37 Hours

11 March 2026

At Skills and Education Group, we are passionate about the advancement of skills and education to improve the lives of individuals. We provide regulated qualifications, funding opportunities and professional development programmes to further education and skills providers - and a whole lot more as well. We have an exciting opportunity for a full time Automotive External Quality Assurance and Compliance Lead.

About the role

The role is crucial in ensuring that DVSA-licence linked qualifications are delivered to a high standard. The role will be essential in monitoring, guiding and approving centres to ensure they are fully compliant and assessment activities are monitored appropriately.

Reporting to the Quality Manager, this role will be responsible for ensuring that all Skills and Education Group Approved Centres adhere to Skills and Education Group Awards standards and other regulatory requirements as set by Skills and Education Group Awards, OFQUAL and the DVSA.

You will be joining the Group at a pivotal stage in its development, as we grow and expand our provision across the UK. We are equally committed to your personal growth and development, and so in this role you will be supported in your continued professional development.

Who we are looking for

To be successful in this role, we require you to have an in-depth knowledge of the MOT and associated qualifications and automotive qualifications. Educated to a minimum Level 3 in a relevant vocational subject and to at least a Level 4 in Externally Assuring the Quality of Assessment Process and Practice. Time management and attention to detail will be critical, along with excellent interpersonal and IT skills.

We offer good terms and conditions of employment, with a generous holiday entitlement and a contributory pension scheme.

How to apply

Find out more about the role and how to apply here . You can also download the job description and person specification below.

Closing date: Applications close at 5pm on Wednesday 11 March 2026

No agencies please.

Should you not hear from us after four weeks of the closing date, we regret your application has been unsuccessful.