About this role
Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen to join the Compliance Team at The Dudley Group . The role will be working with the Compliance Manager and wider organisation to roll out and embed an effective framework that provides assurance relating to quality and safety standards across the Trust and ensures a state of readiness for unannounced CQC inspections. The successful candidate will need to have an enthusiasm for improvement and the ability to communicate confidently and effectively with a variety of health care professionals at all levels.
Please note that this is an opportunity to cover this role on an interim basis whilst a Group model for all Governance functions is being developed. As a result, you may also be required to work with colleagues at SWBH as appropriate. Whilst this is a full-time role, consideration may be given to applicants seeking part-time or job share.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will support the preparation activities across the Trust for CQC inspections. They will work with the Compliance manager andwiderTrust leads to deliver a programme of internal quality reviews and focus reviews to inform quality improvement activity.The post holder will play an important role in supporting with the continued development of CQC self-assessments and the process of gaining assurance to present to Trust quality committee and wider overseeing bodies.The role involves supporting the timely submission of evidence in response to CQC enquiries, chasing responses to enable a response within set time scales and facilitating engagement with CQC.The post holder will need to have good communication skills and will be required to write and present comprehensive reports on compliancereviews for Divisional Governance Meetings.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
As part of the NHS People Promise, your wellbeing is our priority, and we are committed to ensuring our employees achieve a healthy work-life balance supported by our flexible working options and by making reasonable adjustments where possible. We believe no-one should have to sacrifice family, friends, or their personal interests for work. We are a modern employer able to attract and retain high quality staff through our commitment to the NHS People Promise.
As an employer, we foster an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued, supported, and empowered to contribute their best. We want to ensure that our workforce is representative of the population we serve. More information - inclusive practice people promise.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD Team. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values.
Please click below to view our EDI page: Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion - The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust (dgft.nhs.uk)
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to attached Job Description for detail of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Person Specification
Qualifications & Education Essential
Degree level education or equivalent experience
Knowledge and training Essential
Knowledge of achieving compliance with CQC regulatory framework Knowledge of the components of governance, risk management and assurance function
Experience Essential
Experience of working in a field of quality/governance
Communication & Relationship Skills Essential
Ability to collate, analyses and triangulate qualitative information for presentation and report writing Well-developed interpersonal skills with the ability to work with a range of professionals
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer details Employer name The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address Russells Hall Hospital
Russells Hall Hospital,
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)