Cervical Screening Programme Lead for Quality & Access

George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust; Nuneaton; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cervical Screening Programme Lead (CSPL) at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust provides leadership to ensure a safe, high-quality cervical screening service. You will work with Gynaecology Consultants, SQAS, Primary Care, laboratories and multidisciplinary teams to drive governance, audit responses and continuous service improvement across access and outcomes.

You will act as a trusted expert on cervical screening, developing staff competencies and shaping strategic planning to deliver

Qualifications

• Provide leadership and oversight of the Cervical Screening Programme.
• Ensure compliance with national screening standards, policies, and quality assurance requirements.
• Monitor programme performance and implement service improvements.
• Lead audits, quality assurance activities, incident investigations, and action plans.
• Support staff training, competency assessment, and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight of the Cervical Screening Programme.
• Ensure compliance with national screening standards, policies, and quality assurance requirements.
• Work closely with Gynaecology Consultants, SQAS, Primary Care providers, and laboratory services.
• Monitor programme performance and implement service improvements.
• Lead audits, quality assurance activities, incident investigations, and action plans.
• Support staff training, competency assessment, and professional development.
• Act as an expert resource for cervical screening guidance and advice.
• Develop and maintain effective governance and risk management processes.
• Promote patient-centred care and improve access, uptake, and outcomes within the Cervical Screening Programme.
• Contribute to strategic service planning and organisational objectives.

Job description

The Cervical Screening Programme Lead (CSPL) at George Eliot Hospital NHS Trust provides leadership to ensure a safe, high-quality cervical screening service. You will work with Gynaecology Consultants, SQAS, Primary Care, laboratories and multidisciplinary teams to drive governance, audit responses and continuous service improvement across access and outcomes.

You will act as a trusted expert on cervical screening, developing staff competencies and shaping strategic planning to deliver