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Kathryn D. — Senior Accreditation & Quality Assurance Manager from United Kingdom

Kathryn D.

Senior Accreditation & Quality Assurance Manager

United Kingdom 3-6 years
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Kathryn D. is a seasoned professional in accreditation and quality assurance, bringing over seven years of expertise in managing accredited programs, certification processes, regulatory compliance, and stakeholder engagement. Her extensive experience spans both UK and international training environments, where she acts as a primary liaison between awarding organizations, trainers, and clients. Currently, as a Quality & Assessment Manager at ESM Operations, Kathryn leads accreditation management and quality assurance activities for Highfield International-accredited qualifications. She oversees program documentation, learner records, and ensures robust compliance with regulatory requirements. Previously, as a Training Manager at HCL Limited, she designed and delivered training programs in the health and social care sector, conducting training needs analyses to align content with operational priorities. She also served as an administrator at Stocks Homecare Nursing & Agency, managing payroll processing and staffing rotas. Kathryn's skills are further backed by qualifications including a Higher National Diploma in Health & Social Care Practice and various certifications in vocational achievement, education, and training.

Experience

  • Quality & Assessment Manager

    ESM Operations · 2022 — Present
    Acted as the sole coordinator for the training operation, facilitating the delivery of Highfield International-accredited crowd safety qualifications at levels 1–5 in both UK and international markets. Led the accreditation and quality assurance efforts for Highfield International recognised qualifications. Managed relationships as the primary contact with Highfield International, overseeing programme approvals, learner registrations, certification claims, compliance reviews, and External Quality Assurance visits. Ensured that all programme documentation, assessment evidence, and learner records adhered to awarding body and regulatory requirements. Coordinated internal quality assurance and supported external audits through effective evidence management and compliance monitoring. Developed accreditation procedures and maintained quality standards for multiple programmes. Generated compliance reports and performance data to inform senior stakeholders and enhance governance. Initiated continuous improvement efforts that optimized certification turnaround times and improved audit readiness. Designed a scalable accredited learning framework benefiting over 7,000 personnel and providing more than 60,000 hours of structured learning.
  • Training Manager

    HCL Limited · 2019 — 2022
    Created and facilitated training programmes in the health and social care sector, managing a portfolio of five-day courses conducted bi-weekly. Conducted training needs analyses in collaboration with line managers to ensure programme content matched operational priorities and addressed skills gaps. Handled trainer allocation, developed schedules, and managed training budgets, adhering to specified cost and quality metrics. Enhanced learner engagement and completion rates through a redesign of induction pathways and regular follow-ups with learners. Compiled and presented regular reports for senior management on training KPIs, compliance levels, and learner outcomes.
  • Administrator

    Stocks Homecare Nursing & Agency · 2018 — 2019
    Managed staffing rotas across various sites, ensuring the alignment of nursing and care staff with client requirements and shift patterns. Oversaw payroll processing and invoicing for over 100 staff members, ensuring payments were accurate and timely. Monitored staff training compliance and certifications, prompting necessary renewals to maintain mandatory qualifications. Managed sensitive client and employee information, adhering to confidentiality and safeguarding standards.
  • Health & Social Care Assessor

    Plato Training, Wrexham · 2017 — 2018
    Performed learner assessments in workplace environments, collecting evidence to meet awarding body standards for Health and Social Care qualifications. Maintained accurate documentation and tracking records of assessments, supporting successful learner completions and certification. Provided learners with constructive feedback and personalized action plans to assist their progression through each unit at a pace suited to their working environment.

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Education

  • Higher National Diploma in Health & Social Care Practice
    Institution not specified