Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Deputy Head of Quality

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Job summary

The Deputy Head of Quality has a unique and varied role responsible for managing key elements of the Quality agenda within HDFT. The post would be part of a busy but dynamic team that encompasses all elements of quality and safety including PSIRF, Complaints, Claims, Coroners, Risk Manager, Compliance, Patient Experience and Clinical Standards and Best Practice.

Main duties of the job

The Deputy Head of Quality will:

  • Deliver Quality, Safety and Assurance standards and will lead on aspects of HDFT's Quality Commitment.
  • Work in an effective matrix style as part of a dynamic team in delivering effective quality and safety initiatives and assurance systems in the Trust.
  • Support the delivery of the quality objectives in the Trust's Strategy
  • The post holder will deputise for the Head of Quality & Legal on Quality and Safety matters, supporting the delivery of key objectives and strategic goals driving quality assurance and improvement.
  • Oversee the workstreams of: Patient Experience, Legal Services, Risk Management, CQC and Clinical Outcomes and Best Practice

About us

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

  • An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
  • Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
  • Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
  • Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Details

Date posted

05 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£50,952 to £57,349 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

421-CORP-0919R

Job locations

Harrogate Hospital

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Kate Southgate on k.southgate@nhs.net

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. If you have any questions regarding the role, please contact Kate Southgate on k.southgate@nhs.net

Person Specification

JD

Essential

  • Qualification - Masters
  • Experience - assurance / change management
  • Experience: Patient Experience, Claims, Coroners, Risk, CQC, Clinical Outcomes
  • Experience - senior manager
  • Experience - analytical
  • Skills: resiliant, report wiriting, comms, prioritisation

Desirable

  • Qualification in Leadership and management in health and Social Care or equivalent experience
  • Professional Registration (e.g. Registered Nurse, Allied Health Professional)
  • Experience - project management
  • Patient Safety Specialist
  • Datix
Person Specification

JD

Essential

  • Qualification - Masters
  • Experience - assurance / change management
  • Experience: Patient Experience, Claims, Coroners, Risk, CQC, Clinical Outcomes
  • Experience - senior manager
  • Experience - analytical
  • Skills: resiliant, report wiriting, comms, prioritisation

Desirable

  • Qualification in Leadership and management in health and Social Care or equivalent experience
  • Professional Registration (e.g. Registered Nurse, Allied Health Professional)
  • Experience - project management
  • Patient Safety Specialist
  • Datix

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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.

Certificate of Sponsorship

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).

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate Hospital

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate Hospital

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Associate Director of Quality & Corporate Affairs

Kate Southgate

k.southgate@nhs.net

Details

Date posted

05 February 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£50,952 to £57,349 a year per annum pro rata

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

421-CORP-0919R

Job locations

Harrogate Hospital

Harrogate

HG2 7SX


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