Governance Facilitator

Newson Clinic; Stratford-upon-Avon; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Stratford-upon-Avon is seeking a Governance Facilitator to support high standards of governance and compliance. The role involves providing guidance, administration, and reporting to meet regulatory standards. Ideal candidates will have experience in compliance roles, strong communication skills, and proficiency in IT systems. This is a key position within the Governance Team, emphasizing continuous improvement and policy management.

Qualifications

• Experience in compliance, regulatory, or governance roles.
• Knowledge of CQC standards and governance best practices.
• Proficient in IT systems and strong administration skills.

Responsibilities

• Support compliance with policies and procedures.
• Provide administrative support for governance meetings.
• Identify opportunities to enhance governance processes.

Skills

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Highly organised with attention to detail

Proactive problem solver

Experience in compliance

Education

Educated to degree or diploma level

Tools

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Our Vision: Improving the health, wellbeing and lives of all our patients

Our Mission: Our vision will be achieved by us continuing to listen, educate, empower and enable our patients to have choice and control over their health and wellbeing – they are at the heart of everything we do.

Our approach is inclusive, innovative and informed by the latest scientific knowledge and research, as well as using our clinical expertise and experience to deliver the best personalised care.

We are leading the way in research and education; we ensure women with hormonal changes are supported and informed.

Our individualised approach ensures the optimal treatment options are available and our patients are central to all decision-making processes.

Position: The Governance Facilitator is a key member of the Governance Team, supporting high standards of governance, compliance, and continuous improvement. This role provides guidance, administration, and reporting to ensure the organisation meets regulatory standards, internal policies, and best practice frameworks.

Requirements:

Governance & Compliance

• Support compliance with Newson Clinic policies, procedures, and regulatory frameworks, including the CQC Single Assessment Framework.
• Serve as a point of contact for governance matters, providing advice and guidance to staff and senior clinicians.
• Maintain and manage clinician governance records, including onboarding, performance reviews, and training compliance.
• Support external inspections and ensure timely escalation of any issues.

Policy & Document Management

• Oversee policy management on FPM: upload new policies, archive outdated versions, and monitor staff completion.
• Maintain Governance Portal records, ensuring information is up-to-date and accurate.
• Extract and collate data for reports and audit purposes, escalating issues as required.
• Support the audit plan and continuous improvement of governance processes.

Meetings, Reporting & Communication

• Provide administrative support for governance meetings: circulate agendas, minute meetings, maintain action logs, and follow up on outstanding items.
• Prepare routine and ad-hoc reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Facilitate clear communication of governance objectives, projects, and compliance requirements across the organisation.

Quality Improvement

• Identify opportunities to enhance governance processes, ensuring lessons learned inform continuous improvement.
• Work collaboratively with senior clinicians and department heads to embed a culture of compliance and quality.

The above list of responsibilities is not exclusive or exhaustive and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post.

Other information:

Essential Qualifications & Experience

• Educated to degree or diploma level, or equivalent experience.
• Experience in compliance, regulatory, or governance roles.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (CQC standards) and governance best practice.
• Experience in auditing or quality improvement desirable.
• Proficient in IT systems (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, databases).
• Strong administration, record-keeping, and reporting skills.

Key Skills & Attributes

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to work collaboratively at all levels.
• Highly organised with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Logical, methodical, and proactive problem solver.
• Flexible, adaptable, and willing to support team needs.
• Discreet and professional, maintaining confidentiality at all times.
• Committed to continuous professional development.

Analytical & Personal Competencies

• Ability to collate, review, and interpret information from multiple sources.
• Able to identify improvements, support informed decision-making, and enhance governance processes.
• Capable of working independently, managing workloads, and meeting deadlines effectively.