Cheryl Head

WORK HISTORY

EDUCATION

ABOUT CHERYL HEAD

I am a senior leader in Quality, Curriculum, and Apprenticeships with extensive experience shaping high‑performing learning environments across business, social care, education, and health sectors. My career has centred on building robust, compliant, and future‑focused training and development strategies that strengthen organisational capability and deliver measurable impact for learners, employers, and stakeholders.I lead with a strategic mindset and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, quality assurance, and workforce development. From guiding teams through successful Ofsted inspections to designing organisation‑wide quality cycles, deep‑dive methodologies, and curriculum innovations, I bring clarity, structure, and ambition to complex environments. My leadership style is grounded in trust, accountability, and continuous improvement—empowering teams to excel while ensuring provision remains aligned with business needs and sector standards.Safeguarding, Prevent, and inclusive practice are central pillars of my work. I have a proven record of embedding strong safeguarding cultures, strengthening internal processes, and ensuring learners with additional needs receive tailored, high‑quality support. I collaborate confidently with senior leaders, awarding bodies, local authorities, and multi‑agency partners to drive strategic outcomes and maintain excellence across all areas of delivery.Above all, I am committed to raising standards, inspiring innovation, and ensuring every learner and organisation I work with benefits from a rigorous, forward‑thinking approach to education and training. I welcome opportunities to connect with leaders, quality professionals, and organisations who share a passion for shaping outstanding learning experiences.