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 much more. We now have an exciting opportunity for a full-time Lead External Assurer - Security.

About the role

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Security and Protective Services, this role is crucial in maintaining the integrity and high standards of BIIAB’s SIA-licence linked qualifications.

The successful candidate will:

• Lead the team of External Quality Assessors, ensuring a consistent approach to centre visits and quality assurance activities.

• Conduct robust quality assurance evaluations of BIIAB Approved Centres offering SIA-licence linked qualifications.

• Support centres to meet BIIAB, OFQUAL, and SIA regulatory standards.

• Deliver training and standardisation events to drive continuous improvement and compliance across the security qualifications portfolio.

• Conduct sampling of learner evidence, oversee malpractice investigations, and collaborate with third-party stakeholders to maintain sector integrity.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced quality assurance professional to play a key role in supporting the security sector and upholding the highest standards of qualification delivery.

Who we are looking for

To be successful in this role, you will have:

• Significant experience in quality assurance and assessment within the security sector.

• A strong understanding of SIA-licence linked qualifications, regulatory compliance, and sector standards.

• Proven ability to lead and support a team of EQAs, ensuring consistency and quality across all activities.

• Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to provide clear, actionable feedback to centres.

• A proactive approach to problem-solving, training delivery, and continuous improvement.

• The ability to manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including regulatory bodies.

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.

Apply now

Closing date: Applications close at 9:00am on Monday 3 November 2025.

No agencies please.

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