Quality Lead

Join to apply for the Quality Lead role at Make It Count MarketingAll potential applicants are encouraged to scroll through and read the complete job description before applying.Job SummaryThe Oncology, Haematology, Immunology & Allergy, Palliative Care and Medical Physics Directorate is looking for a Quality Lead to lead our governance, quality improvement, and regulatory compliance agenda across multiple sites. This is a pivotal role for a motivated and collaborative leader who is passionate about driving continuous improvement and ensuring the highest standards of patient care.The post holder will support the strategic direction and provide hands‑on leadership for our clinical quality and governance functions acting as the primary contact for all clinical quality and governance issues.This is a unique opportunity to develop and deliver robust governance and quality framework, drive quality improvement programmes, clinical audits and regulatory compliance. The post holder will promote a culture of safety, transparency and learning across multidisciplinary teams providing professional leadership, training and support to colleagues at all levels. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a real impact on quality and patient safety.Main DutiesClinical Governance and Quality AssuranceRegulatory CompliancePatient Safety and Incident ManagementPolicy, regulation and risk managementAudit monitoring and data analysisJob ResponsibilitiesThe Quality Lead is a pivotal role leading the governance, quality improvement, audit, and regulatory compliance functions across UHNM. Working closely with clinical and operational leaders, the post holder will champion the delivery of safe, effective, and high‑quality care through robust clinical governance structures and continuous quality improvement.This role involves oversight of incident management, risk assurance, audit programmes, policy compliance, and clinical performance review. The post holder will lead on clinical audit cycles, ensure CQC and other accreditation preparedness, and drive shared learning across the organisation.The post holder will ensure the care we provide is consistently safe, effective, and aligned with both regulatory standards and patient expectations, promoting a culture of continuous improvement, safety, transparency and accountability across teams.Person SpecificationEssentialDiploma/Degree or equivalent experience.Experience of using and managing systems such as DATIX, SharePoint and Excel to ensure information is in a usable format.Experience in project management/monitoring systems.Experience of analysing data and presenting in a user‑friendly format.Involvement with inspections, accreditations and external reviews.Experience in the field of quality, safety and compliance.DesirableExperience of working in the NHS, or a public sector environment.Good understanding of wider governance agenda.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require a Disclosure and Barring Service (D&B) check to check for any previous convictions. xpwpeyx Certificate of SponsorshipApplications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.Employer DetailsUniversity Hospitals of North Midlands NHS TrustRoyal Stoke University Hospital – Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QGWebsite: number: 2 Job DetailsBand: 6Salary: £38,682 to £46,580 per annumContract: PermanentWorking pattern: Part‑timeLocation: Royal Stoke University Hospital, Newcastle Road, Stoke on Trent, ST4 6QGDate posted: 23 October 2025#J-18808-Ljbffr