Job summary
The prime purpose of this role is to ensure compliance with the Trust's Risk Management and Assurance Framework and provide an organisational view of risk management to senior management.
The post holder will be responsible for auditing corporate risk registers, testing assurances, ensuring that strategic risks feed into the Board Assurance Framework (BAF) and work closely with corporate and clinical directorates to ensure a proactive approach to risk.
The post holder will be responsible for developing and embedding reporting processes for risk and other corporate compliance functions.
Main duties of the job
Lead on the development and maintenance of the Trust's Risk Management Framework, and associated supporting documentation ensuring that it is fully implemented within the Trust and evaluating progress.
o Ensure high quality risk management is embedded, enhanced and maintained within the Trust, promoting learning and development of all staff in risk processes and Trust risk policies.o Develop corporate risk management systems and processes for forward planning and implementing effective reporting and monitoring systems.o Be a source of expert risk knowledge and advice for colleagues at all levels.o Work with the Director of Corporate Governance to drive forward the risk agenda and reporting of risk to the Board. Including revising and developing the Board Assurance Framework (BAF) as a tool to drive risk discussion and assurance.o Develop a Risk Management Strategy and annual priorities ensuring regular reporting on progress against plan.o To partner with Directors and Directorate Risk Leads to champion good practices and behaviour and promote continuous improvement in risk practices that will encourage and embed strong risk management practices and their practical application.o Maintain awareness of the policy and procedure and its implications through Trust wide induction courses, presentations to local governance committees and other appropriate communications pathways.
About us
We have in excess of 5000 staff working over 50 sites, providing a diverse range of services. We strive to support an organisational culture that is welcoming, builds and celebrates inclusivity and diversity and provides a sense of belonging and trust.
The annual NHS Staff Survey gives our people the opportunity to tell us about their experience working at the Trust. For the 2023 survey just over 2800 colleagues gave us their views (58.5%). It was great to see from the results that colleagues are saying that:
- 89.7% believe they are making a positive difference to patients/service users;
- 73.3% would recommend the organisation as a place to work;
- 82.4% agree that care of patients and service users is the organisations priority;
- 76.7% would be happy with the standard of care for a friend or relative
Our results put us as 5th nationally as a Community, Mental Health and Learning Disabilities NHS Employer of Choice and 1st equal amongst all NHS Provider Trusts in the South West. However, we know we have more to do and will continue to drive forward our commitment to making GHC a Great Place to Work.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Support the identification of gaps in control and assurance and where necessary develop action plans to address these. Escalate in a timely manner where, in the professional opinion of the post holder, there is sub-optimal action in relation to individual risks. Work with senior managers to improve the quality of directorate and departmental risk registers, ensuring that services are formulating effective risk treatment plans to address risks successfully and to advise on the establishment of risk scores. Work collaboratively with colleagues to identify risk management priorities pertinent to particular areas or departments. Work closely with colleagues charged with responsibility for Trust wide matters with risk management implications including Health and Safety, Security, corporate compliance,staff welfare, complaints, inquests and claims, training and development and clinical governance. Review practice and update policies relating to the production of risk registers, the aggregation of risks and providing assurance; ensuring the Trust is using the most up to date approaches and techniques. Lead the evidence-gathering process for external regulatory requirements in relation to risk management where appropriate. Support quality improvement programmes and regulatory compliance on risks and the management of these to achieve the best service standards and outcomes for patients and staff.Board Assurance Framework (BAF) and Corporate Risk Register Support the Director of Corporate Governance with the preparation of the Board Assurance Framework. Co-ordinate and develop the Board Assurance Framework as an effective tool for the Board in understanding and mitigating strategic risks. Lead a regular review of the Trusts Corporate Risk Register and ensure an effective interface with the Board Assurance Framework.Risk Reporting/ Management Systems Work with the Datix/Business Intelligence Team to ensure that access to and flow within the system for reporting and managing risks is maintained. Ensure that the risk system is maintained and managed effectively to facilitate risk management. Work across the corporate governance function to developing and embedding reporting processes for risk and other compliance functions. Regular preparation of clear and concise papers and reports, to include:o Use of a range of software, in data collection, analysis, and interpretationo Persuasive presentation of your conclusions and recommendationsEducation and Training To develop and deliver risk management training at all levels within the organisation.Other Actively contribute to the Trusts values and behaviours that the Trusts risk management processes are open and transparent and encourage the confidence of staff, the pubic and other agencies. Establish effective networks and partnerships with other organisations to enable the Trust to continuously improve and learn from best practice. Enhance own performance through continuously developing own knowledge, skills and behaviours to meet the current and future requirements of the job and respond to the learning needs of the Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Support the identification of gaps in control and assurance and where necessary develop action plans to address these. Escalate in a timely manner where, in the professional opinion of the post holder, there is sub-optimal action in relation to individual risks. Work with senior managers to improve the quality of directorate and departmental risk registers, ensuring that services are formulating effective risk treatment plans to address risks successfully and to advise on the establishment of risk scores. Work collaboratively with colleagues to identify risk management priorities pertinent to particular areas or departments. Work closely with colleagues charged with responsibility for Trust wide matters with risk management implications including Health and Safety, Security, corporate compliance,staff welfare, complaints, inquests and claims, training and development and clinical governance. Review practice and update policies relating to the production of risk registers, the aggregation of risks and providing assurance; ensuring the Trust is using the most up to date approaches and techniques. Lead the evidence-gathering process for external regulatory requirements in relation to risk management where appropriate. Support quality improvement programmes and regulatory compliance on risks and the management of these to achieve the best service standards and outcomes for patients and staff.Board Assurance Framework (BAF) and Corporate Risk Register Support the Director of Corporate Governance with the preparation of the Board Assurance Framework. Co-ordinate and develop the Board Assurance Framework as an effective tool for the Board in understanding and mitigating strategic risks. Lead a regular review of the Trusts Corporate Risk Register and ensure an effective interface with the Board Assurance Framework.Risk Reporting/ Management Systems Work with the Datix/Business Intelligence Team to ensure that access to and flow within the system for reporting and managing risks is maintained. Ensure that the risk system is maintained and managed effectively to facilitate risk management. Work across the corporate governance function to developing and embedding reporting processes for risk and other compliance functions. Regular preparation of clear and concise papers and reports, to include:o Use of a range of software, in data collection, analysis, and interpretationo Persuasive presentation of your conclusions and recommendationsEducation and Training To develop and deliver risk management training at all levels within the organisation.Other Actively contribute to the Trusts values and behaviours that the Trusts risk management processes are open and transparent and encourage the confidence of staff, the pubic and other agencies. Establish effective networks and partnerships with other organisations to enable the Trust to continuously improve and learn from best practice. Enhance own performance through continuously developing own knowledge, skills and behaviours to meet the current and future requirements of the job and respond to the learning needs of the Trust.
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Postgraduate degree/professional qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience gained in a similar sector/organisation
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
LENGTH AND / OR NATURE OF EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of working in a senior risk management role
- Experience of risk management/assurance in an NHS organisation or large / complex organisation
- Proven track record of leadership in risk management
Person Specification
QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
- Postgraduate degree/professional qualification in a relevant subject or equivalent level of experience gained in a similar sector/organisation
- Evidence of relevant continuing professional development
LENGTH AND / OR NATURE OF EXPERIENCE
Essential
- Experience of working in a senior risk management role
- Experience of risk management/assurance in an NHS organisation or large / complex organisation
- Proven track record of leadership in risk management
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
