At Evoko we like to work directly with each client to establish specific needs and anticipated outcomes. We work to develop a project overview or action plan which is agreed by all stakeholders before any work begins.
Interim Management
Evoko provides impactful interim management solutions across colleges, universities, and training providers, delivering rapid results in challenging and transitional periods. Our experienced leaders operate at all levels, including C-suite, with a proven track record of driving improvement in short timeframes. We bring expertise in apprenticeships, post-16 education, sixth form provision, student support, and curriculum and assessment management. Our placements lead to stronger staff culture, improved engagement, and measurable gains in learner retention and achievement. Whether stabilising a department, leading strategic change, or filling a critical leadership gap, Evoko’s interim professionals offer clarity, direction, and momentum. Each assignment is tailored to the organisation’s needs, ensuring sustainable outcomes that support long-term success. With a focus on collaboration and excellence, Evoko helps institutions thrive even during times of uncertainty or transformation.
Assessor and IQA mentoring, standadisation and training
Drawing on decades of experience in education, training, and delivery, Evoko offers high-quality support for assessor and IQA mentoring, standardisation, and training. Our expertise spans regulated qualifications, end-point assessment, and broader education and training contexts. We work with individuals and teams across all levels, up to and including Level 7, to build confidence, enhance practice, and ensure consistency and compliance. Whether you need support with assessment techniques, internal quality assurance processes, or preparation for external scrutiny, Evoko provides expert-led sessions tailored to your specific needs. Training can be delivered online or face-to-face, as one-off events or part of a longer development programme. Our approach is practical, flexible, and rooted in real-world experience, helping assessors and IQAs develop their skills, meet regulatory requirements, and deliver high-quality outcomes for learners and organisations alike.
Delivery of qualifications and bespoke training
Evoko brings extensive, high-quality experience in the delivery of qualifications and bespoke training tailored to a wide range of audiences. Whether it’s a one-off session or a longer-term, multi-part programme, our training is designed to be flexible, accessible, and impactful. We deliver both online and face-to-face to meet individual needs, ensuring content is engaging, relevant, and easy to apply. Our expert-led training supports excellent results by focusing on practical outcomes, inclusive approaches, and personalised learning experiences. Each programme is developed to align with the goals of learners and organisations, combining expert insight with dynamic delivery. At Evoko, we’re committed to empowering individuals and teams through meaningful, high-quality training.
Qualification delivery can incorporate supporting central approval with awarding organisations if required, development of learning materials, live and recorded content delivery and formative and summative assessment.
APAR Application Support
Evoko offers wide-ranging expertise in supporting main, supporting, and employer providers through the Apprenticeship Provider and Assessment Register (APAR) application process. Our tailored services are designed to meet the unique needs of each provider, ensuring strong, compliant submissions.
Our Review Only service delivers a detailed evaluation of a completed application, including all required policies and supporting artefacts. We provide comprehensive feedback highlighting areas of strength and pinpointing where improvements are needed to meet APAR requirements.
Our Full Support Service offers end-to-end guidance through every stage of the application. This includes expert support with portal navigation, development of application responses, in-depth policy and artefact review, editing, and upload assistance.
With a strong track record of success, Evoko ensures providers receive clear, actionable support that builds confidence and drives positive outcomes.
Ofqual Recognition application and ongoing support
Evoko offers expert support for Ofqual recognition applications, drawing on extensive experience with and within a wide range of awarding organisations and regulatory bodies. Our services range from a basic review of draft submissions to full support in developing, refining, and aligning policies, processes, and application content to meet regulatory requirements. Beyond initial recognition, we provide ongoing operational and strategic support to help awarding organisations manage compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement. Our associates bring in-depth knowledge of regulatory frameworks and have held senior roles across the awarding sector. In addition, Evoko offers experienced governance board members who can contribute to strong leadership, oversight, and accountability. Whether you’re seeking recognition or aiming to strengthen your organisation’s operations and governance, Evoko delivers tailored, high-quality support that ensures confidence, and compliance.
Conference and workshop leader and speaker
Mark is a dynamic and experienced speaker with specialist expertise in post-16 education, sixth form colleges, and T Levels. He is widely respected for his ability to lead institutions through change as a highly effective interim manager. Mark’s sessions provide strategic insight, translating policy into practice and offering practical, actionable guidance for senior leaders focused on curriculum leadership, improvement, and sustainable educational development.
Emily is an energetic and engaging speaker with deep expertise in apprenticeships, vocational higher education, and end-point assessment. She brings a strong focus on curriculum and assessment design, grounded in real-world delivery across training providers and awarding bodies. Emily’s sessions are rich in practical insight, helping educators navigate quality, compliance, and innovation to drive improved learner outcomes and employer engagement.
Governance and board membership
Evoko Directors and Associates bring extensive experience serving as board and governance members across the education, assessment, and community sectors. With backgrounds spanning colleges, training providers, awarding organisations, and community organisations, each offers a wealth of strategic insight and sector-specific expertise. We provide external rigour, constructive challenge, and critical support to strengthen governance structures and drive accountability. Whether guiding strategy, overseeing quality, or ensuring regulatory compliance, we bring clarity and confidence to decision-making processes. Our team understands the complexities of education and assessment and delivers independent oversight rooted in practical leadership experience. Evoko’s governance professionals are committed to supporting boards in making informed decisions.