Role SpecificationQualification Developer Joinus! Welsh GovernmentHigher Education ProvidersThird Sector OrganisationsNational Training Federation WalesColleges Wales/Colegau Cymru Local AuthoritiesSchoolsFurther Education CollegesNHS TrustsAgored Cymru is a Welsh awarding body for education and training providers in Wales and across the UK. As a registered charity and social enterprise, we are committed to ensuring that learners of all ages and abilities maximise their potential. Our qualifications are widely recognised, valued and respected by theeducation sector, training providers and employers. We offer a wide range of nationally recognised, quality assured, accredited qualifications rangingfrom Essential Skills to Sustainability. We have over 30 years of unparalleled experience and expertise in developing qualifications andsupporting learning, assessment and quality assurance. By using innovative and flexible approaches to develop qualifications we support the raising of skillslevels across the UK. We work with a wide range of organisations to design and develop qualifications, units andresources including:By promoting and developing productsand services to contribute to the ‘tacklingpoverty’ agenda we aim to increase thepositive social impact of our work.We are committed to supporting andpromoting the Welsh language and the WelshGovernment’s vision of a truly bilingual Wales.Private Training Providers Role AccountabilitiesQualification DeveloperJobPurposeConstruct qualifications and other products, ensuringthey are well-structured, industry-relevant, and alignedwith regulatory and organisational requirements.Review, evaluate, and update existing qualifications tomaintain currency, accuracy, compliance, and relevance,incorporating stakeholder feedback and sectordevelopments.Full-time, 2-year fixed-term contract with view to become permanent.Cardiff Office - Hybrid with regularoffice attendance ( 3 days)Responsible to: Head of ProductDevelopment 1.Influence the future direction of sector-based qualifications in Wales and England:Maintain expertise in pre-agreed specialist areas. Facilitate / participate in relevant working groups, partnerships and committeeslocally and nationally. Manage internal and external updates to facilitate excellent customer service,support and guidance. 2. Manage projects, qualification and unit development and review: Lead on the development, review, and maintenance of qualifications and otherproducts. Understand the regulatory requirements around qualification construction. Develop and maintain accurate and compliant qualification documentation,structures, and assessment methodologies. Lead on the development and review of Agored Cymru products, including theQuality Mark, Customised Programmes of Learning and Endorsed Programmes ofLearning. Role AccountabilitiesQualification DeveloperLiaise with the Head of Product Development and Quality Assurance team toensure qualification development takes place in line with regulatoryrequirements and the needs of the education sector. Liaise with the Head of Product Development to manage development andreview for both qualifications and other products. Support the Business Development Team to promote qualifications and otherproducts with our centres and other stakeholders. Coordinate contributions from internal teams, subject experts, and externalconsultants to ensure projects are delivered on time, to quality, and withinbudget. Lead on resource development. Manage and lead on allocated projects. 3. Produce high quality reports and written contributions including: Contribute to the preparation of organisational reports and updates.Support the production of qualification performance reports, activity reportsand data analysis. Contribute to a range of bulletins for internal and external use. 4. Promote Agored Cymru products, services and brand: Support marketing through contributing to marketing/promotionalactivity/events to support business in line with priorities. Chair and facilitate meetings that involve stakeholders and/or prospectivecustomers. Identify opportunities to promote and grow business, especially with regard toarea(s) of specialism. Represent Agored Cymru professionally at external events, committees, andconsultations. Champion innovation and continuous improvement in qualification and resourcedevelopment. Role AccountabilitiesQualification DeveloperAbility to communicate in a well-structured, clear, concise and accuratemanner in writing, verbally and via formal presentationsExperience of developing new qualifications Track record of proactive CPD A working knowledge and understanding of regulatory frameworks, includingQualifications Wales Standard Conditions of Recognition, Ofqual GeneralConditions of Recognition, and CCEA requirementsAbility to manage complex processes and activities Ability to plan, prioritise and deliver operational objectives to deadlines andrequired standards Experience from a delivery role within the education and teaching background An understanding of the UK education sector A subject/sector specialism in an area linked to the priorities of Agored CymruRepresent Agored Cymru professionally at external events, consultations &steering groups Champion innovation and continuous improvement in qualification andresource developmentAn understanding of the relationship between quality standards andassessment and qualification designExperience of chairing/facilitating meetings Experience of managing projects Experience of data analysis Strong awareness of how artificial intelligence can enhance qualificationdesign and development, including its potential to streamline processes,improve quality and accuracy, and support the creation of future-focused,responsive qualificationsStrong understanding of assessment development including externallyassessed task design and construction (e.g. multiple-choice question (MCQ)ensuring they are valid, reliable, and fully aligned to qualification standardsExperience within the Land based or Construction & the Built Environmentsectors a distinct advantageSkills / Knowledge Qualifications/ ExperienceOther Requirements Job Description Review Date: November 2025 Salary: £40,000 Ability to operate through the medium of Welsh is highly desirableWillingness to travel including some overnight staysA full driving licenceLevel 5qualification orabove Personal Specification CriteriaFull commitment to living the values and behavioursof Agored Cymru Commitment to meeting the needs of learners inWales and beyondCommitment to the promotion of bilingualism anduse of the Welsh language Able to build constructive and effective workingrelationships Commitment to understanding centre/customerneeds Proactive commitment to quality improvementOrganised and customer focused Analyse and identify solutions to problems
