Job summary
The Clinical Audit and Improvement Assistant will provide support to and assist the design, coordination and implementation of clinical audit and improvement projects in Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. Working as part of a strengthened quality improvement function across the Trust, this role will support administrative functions within the team.
Main duties of the job
The postholder will be expected to undertake tasks independently in line with Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust policies and procedures, including managing requests for advice and support, signposting and developing team systems and processes.
The role will lead on the management of new clinical audit and improvement requests, signposting to relevant team member. Support the development and design of systems and process to support clinical audit and improvement governance. Support and maintain clinical audit and improvement intranet pages and FAQ documentation.
Planning and organisation of straightforward tasks, activities or programmes, some of which may be ongoing. Implement policies and propose changes to practice, procedures in own area. Responsible for taking and transcribing formal minutes; regular requirement to use computer software to develop or create reports and documents.
To carry out other duties appropriate to the banding as and when required.
Attend other training as necessary as specified by the Trust.
About us
This is an exciting time to join the Trust, as we develop our approach to continuous quality improvement. This role will support the wider improvement, clinical audit and effectiveness team to deliver aligned to our new Trust Strategy from 2025.
The successful candidate must be enthusiastic, willing to learn, keen to work as part of a team but also be self-motivated and have ability to work without supervision. We offer opportunities for personal development and opportunities for both flexible and hybrid working.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for main responsibilities, and detailed above.
Please apply using the link in this advert, or for more information explore the attachments or contact: James Atkinson - james.atkinson14@nhs.net
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for main responsibilities, and detailed above.
Please apply using the link in this advert, or for more information explore the attachments or contact: James Atkinson - james.atkinson14@nhs.net
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A sound educational background with good analytical and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Willingness and ability to learn quickly and gain a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and associated legislation.
Desirable
- Certificate in Mental Health Law (or similar qualification) or significant relevant experience
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Experience in a working environment with regular contact with work colleagues/public.
- Previous experience in a lead administrative role
- Ability to learn to understand and interpret provisions of the Mental Health Act and associated legislation, seeking appropriate advice and guidance where necessary
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy to all relevant professionals, patients, relatives and carers
- Ability to understand and interpret statute law, statutory and non-statutory guidance.
- High level of accuracy and an eye for detail required in all aspects of job role.
- The ability to prioritise work to meet legal and local deadlines.
- Use of computer based systems and programmes - Microsoft Word, Excel, Power-point and email
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A sound educational background with good analytical and communication skills (written and verbal)
- Willingness and ability to learn quickly and gain a working knowledge of the Mental Health Act 1983 and associated legislation.
Desirable
- Certificate in Mental Health Law (or similar qualification) or significant relevant experience
Knowledge/Experience
Essential
- Experience in a working environment with regular contact with work colleagues/public.
- Previous experience in a lead administrative role
- Ability to learn to understand and interpret provisions of the Mental Health Act and associated legislation, seeking appropriate advice and guidance where necessary
Desirable
Skills
Essential
- Strong interpersonal skills with an ability to communicate with tact and diplomacy to all relevant professionals, patients, relatives and carers
- Ability to understand and interpret statute law, statutory and non-statutory guidance.
- High level of accuracy and an eye for detail required in all aspects of job role.
- The ability to prioritise work to meet legal and local deadlines.
- Use of computer based systems and programmes - Microsoft Word, Excel, Power-point and email
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).
