Qdos Training is a work-based independent training provider and we are privileged to work with some fantastic delivery partners across the midlands and national to help us deliver hours of quality training across the UK. Under the new Education and Skills Funding Agency rules, we know have full transparency regarding subcontractors and therefore this page has been expanded to ensure we are fully compliant with the new rules.
Qdos Training strives to ensure all rules are follow and that a high level of policy and practice is maintained. Directly funded institutions should set out in their organisation’s strategic aims their reason for subcontracting, which must enhance the quality of their student offer. They are also responsible for the selection and actions of their delivery subcontractors. This is fully complied with at Qdos Training Limited.
The rationale should be signed off by governors and boards and published on our website. Alongside this, we should publish their management fee structure and a list of their subcontracting partners. We expect the rationale to meet one or more of the following aims:
- enhance the opportunities available to young people
- fill gaps in niche or expert provision, or provide better access to training facilities
- support better geographical access for learners
- offer an entry point for disadvantaged groups
- consideration of the impact on individuals who share protected characteristics
Our Current Subcontractors
| Company | Contract | Managment Fee |
|---|---|---|
| Regency Source Limited | Adult Education Budget | 20% |
| The STC Group | Adult Education Budget | 20% |
| Total Training Provision | Adult Education Budget | 20% |
Breakdown of Costs
Our Management Fees include but not limited to;
Management of subcontractor – 2%
- Health and safety vetting of employer premises (as discussed earlier within this document)
- Support and review of self-assessment process- this process allows you to identify what went well or need improvement from the previous year. Your self-assessment feeds directly into ours and we can work with you to create your improvement plan
- Quarterly meetings with subcontractor reviewing all processes and policies for due diligence, learners, data, any ongoing issues and compliments/complaints
Administration – 10%
- Administration of sign up, on programme and completion documents- this is a requirement for us to be able to provide funding
- Checks that learners exist and are eligible for funding- this allows us to ensure that funding is being correctly and appropriately used
- Registration and certification fees (unless otherwise agreed)
- E-portfolio registration
Quality and Compliance – 3%
- Quality checks of progress reviews- this allows us to monitor learners’ progress, development, feedback and satisfaction and identify any issues
- Internal Quality Assurance samples- formative and summative- this allows us to monitor the quality of work being produced by learners, checking this against the standards and criteria to ensure that delivery is in-depth
- Learner and employer voice monitoring- this allows us to hear directly from learners and employers about their experiences
- Good practice and sharing of resources
Quality of Education – 5%
- Quality Monitoring Visits- both planned and short notice inspection, including interviews with staff. This allows us to carry out information gathering, review practices and procedures and support you with any issues
- Observation of Initial Information, Advice and Guidance- this allows us to check that learners receive good quality advice about their programme, the delivery, expected outcomes and also that they know funding is provided by Qdos Training Ltd
- Observations of Teaching, Learning and Assessment- these allow us to observe teaching and assessment sessions and identify areas of good practice or provide further support if needed
Fees and Charges Policy 24-25
Subcontractors QM Framework
If you have any queries, please contact Clare Parker-Doyle on clare@qdostraining.com