Systems Verifier

A Systems Verifier undertakes to objectively judge SQA centres' compliance against SQA Quality Framework.

The prime role is to work with the QEM team and other SQA staff as appropriate to ensure consistent application of SQA Quality Framework.

These activities will be under the direction of staff from SQA's HN and VQ Delivery business area.

Outline of duties

Conduct Systems Verification visits.
Objectively judge the centre's compliance against SQA Quality Framework.
Provide constructive feedback to the centre on the findings of the visit.
Agree an action plan with the centre for the implementation of any required corrective actions.
Carry out follow up events to ensure compliance with such plans (either visit or remote)
Complete reporting documentation as required and submit to SQA in accordance with timescales.
Participate in System Verifier training events as required.
Complete CPD and submit evidence to SQA as required.

Successful candidates must:

Be able to demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and a high level of expertise in SQAs Quality Framework
Have current experience in judging centre compliance through verification
Be able to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and be able to engage positively with all team colleagues
Be able to communicate confidently, effectively and professionally with Head of Centres and /or SQA Co-ordinators and SQA staff both orally (at briefings and meetings) and in writing (reports)
Have a home computer or laptop with Broadband internet connection and a private email address

Successful candidates should:

Be able to work co-operatively and professionally with other centre staff and SQA staff
Be able to demonstrate excellent organisational and administrative skills with and provide an attention to detail
Have an in-depth understanding of all documentation, duties, tasks and procedures associated with SQA Quality Framework
Hold a current clean driving licence
Hold or be working towards a recognisable Quality or Audit qualification

Complete Systems Verifier training
Complete scheduled centre allocation of visits within conditions and timescales for SQA
Complete scheduled central events within conditions and timescales for SQA
Complete Systems Verifier reports as per SQA quality standard and within agreed timescale
Positive engagement with all members of the systems team and SQA centre's personnel
Submit CPD record within agreed timescales where appropriate