Ofqual Reviews

Pros

Free car parking, work can be interesting, some flexibility in hours

Cons

Management are rude, unprofessional, and slander people behind their backs. No appreciation is given for anything you do. Management often concoct information (as what happened to me) to force staff to leave. Staff moral is very low, many are applying for other jobs

Pros

Ofqual is a small organisation that clearly punches above its weight. Colleagues are friendly and committed and there is a real sense of community.

Cons

Because its so small opportunities to progress within Ofqual are a little limited. However, managers do support peoples development well and as part of the wider Civil Service, opportunities do come up for those who want them

Pros

Policy shaping role, some great people, increasingly more outward facing, HR department and in house training are great, office is nice and IT provision good.

Cons

Some people, particularly in the senior team are doing what they have always done and don't always listen to or understand the impact of their work.

Pros

Flexible working, and good holidays

Cons

Elitist, senior people have similar backgrounds, lacking diversity especially in Senior roles. Typical Senior Civil Service. Good opportunities if you fit the profile background. Also not doing the job it is supposed to do.

Pros

High level of expertise among all staff Friendly atmosphere Comfortable, up to date working environment Potential to move up and across departments and gain new skills Managers very open to helping with further training and education Insights Discovery training days for all staff Excellent pension

Cons

Some of the office space is a little *too* open - have to use break-out spaces for quick private conversations

Pros

Talented staff. Some managers have a positive approach to flexible working. Rare expectation of working over-time .

Cons

Ofqual is a poor model for the Civil Service. It does not value its staff - preferring to recruit-in talent than build on the skills of existing staff. Ofqual suffers from loss of retention - re-structures are often used to cover executive mistakes and shed non-compliant staff. Many staff have complained of or fear being bullied or victimised if they complain or do not comply with Senior Management. Many wish to leave but have loss self-confidence and self-worth since their time here.