Head of Patient Safety & Risk Management

NHS; Coventry; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire is searching for a strategic 'Head of Patient Safety and Risk' to enhance patient safety initiatives. The successful candidate will lead investigations, implement national standards, and foster a culture of continuous improvement in a premier healthcare environment.

Qualifications

• Strong background in patient safety and risk management.
• Experience in leading safety initiatives and investigations.
• Ability to develop and deliver training programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead the operational delivery of the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework.
• Oversee governance of patient safety incidents.
• Embed a culture of safety across the Trust.

Skills

Leadership

Incident Management

Patient Safety

Job description

Job summary

Are you a strategic leader with a passion for patient safety and clinical excellence? University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire (UHCW) is seeking a dynamicHead of Patient Safety and Riskto drive the delivery of our Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF) and lead robust governance of learning responses across the Trust.

In this pivotal role, you'll work closely with senior leaders to embed a culture of safety, ensure high-quality incident investigations, and operationally support our Patient Safety Incident Response Plan (PSIRP).

If you're ready to make a meaningful impact and shape the future of patient safety and appreciate the importance of good governance at one of the UK's leading acute Trusts, we want to hear from you.

Closing Date: Please be advised that this job advert will close as soon as sufficient applications have been received. Please apply for this job as soon as you can, if interested.

Main duties of the job

As we continue in our partnership with the Virginia Mason Institute we are committed to embedding UHCWi into everything we do. This is based on lean but more importantly will be how you can deliver our aims of: Putting Patients First, Empowering Staff and Delivering Safer Care.

• Lead the operational delivery of learning responses under the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF), ensuring high-quality investigations and timely outcomes.
• Oversee the governance and tracking of patient safety incidents, embedding robust systems that drive learning and improvement across the Trust.
• Ensure the Trust's Patient Safety Incident Response Plan (PSIRP) is fully implemented, aligned with national standards, and responsive to emerging risks.
• Drive the delivery of clinical harm reviews and ensure learning is translated into action.
• Maintain oversight of risk registers, ensuring risks are accurately reported, reviewed, and escalated as needed.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, clinicians, and external partners to embed a culture of safety and continuous improvement.
• Lead on the development and delivery of training and education programmes to build safety and risk capability across the organisation.
• Represent the Trust at key internal and external forums, championing excellence in patient safety and risk management.

About us

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence designated organisation - please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.

Details Date posted

17 July 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

218-AC-B8A-7353276

Job locations

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Job description Job responsibilities

• Act as deputy to the Associate Director of Quality for Patient Safety and Risk, providing leadership and continuity in their absence.
• Support the Associate Director in the recruitment, induction, training, and ongoing development of staff within the Patient Safety and Risk team.
• Quality assure the outputs and deliverables produced by the team, ensuring they meet the required standards of accuracy, clarity, and impact.
• Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of training and education programmes related to patient safety and risk management, including the development of teaching materials and presentations tailored to staff needs across the Trust.
• Prepare and present high-quality reports and briefings for key corporate committees, including the Quality Governance Committee, Patient Safety Committee, Risk Committee, and Chief Officers meetings.
• Represent the Trust at external meetings, networks, and forums, acting as an ambassador for
• UHCWs approach to patient safety and risk management.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Job description Job responsibilities

• Act as deputy to the Associate Director of Quality for Patient Safety and Risk, providing leadership and continuity in their absence.
• Support the Associate Director in the recruitment, induction, training, and ongoing development of staff within the Patient Safety and Risk team.
• Quality assure the outputs and deliverables produced by the team, ensuring they meet the required standards of accuracy, clarity, and impact.
• Lead the design, delivery, and evaluation of training and education programmes related to patient safety and risk management, including the development of teaching materials and presentations tailored to staff needs across the Trust.
• Prepare and present high-quality reports and briefings for key corporate committees, including the Quality Governance Committee, Patient Safety Committee, Risk Committee, and Chief Officers meetings.
• Represent the Trust at external meetings, networks, and forums, acting as an ambassador for
• UHCWs approach to patient safety and risk management.

For further details of the role please see the attached job description.

Person Specification Qualification/Training Essential

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Skills Essential

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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential

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Person Specification Qualification/Training Essential

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Experience Essential

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Knowledge Essential

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Skills Essential

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Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential

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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

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details Employer name

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust

Address

University Hospital Coventry and Warwickshire

Clifford Bridge Road

Coventry

CV2 2DX

Employer's website

https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)