Quality & Clinical Governance Lead

NHS; Leeds; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in palliative care is seeking a Quality and Clinical Governance Lead to enhance service quality and compliance. This role offers the opportunity to lead initiatives that ensure the highest standards of care are met, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. You will work closely with clinical teams, providing vital leadership and support to ensure adherence to best practices and statutory regulations. Join a compassionate organization dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those facing life-limiting conditions, and contribute to an environment where quality care is paramount.

Benefits

Enhanced pay for unsociable hours

Company pension scheme

Continuation of NHS pension

27 days holiday plus bank holidays

Enhanced maternity and paternity pay

Enhanced sick pay

Employee Networks

Staff discount on new goods

Structured induction programme

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered clinical practitioner with NMC/HCPC registration.
• Experience in quality governance and clinical audit.

Responsibilities

• Drive a culture of quality improvement across hospice teams.
• Provide clinical leadership to meet care and safety standards.

Skills

Clinical Governance

Quality Improvement

Clinical Leadership

Palliative Care

Education

Degree in relevant subject

Clinical or risk management qualification

Job description

Job summary

Quality and Clinical Governance Lead

Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice

Grove Rd, Headingley, Leeds LS6 2AE

37.5 Hours per week

£44,465 - £50,096 per annum

Sue Ryder is here to make sure everyone approaching the end of their life or living with grief can access the support they need.

There is no one size fits all when it comes to how we cope and the help we need, but with our support, no one has to face dying or grief alone.

We are there when it matters.

Main duties of the job

1. You will be responsible for driving a culture of quality improvement across the Hospice teams.
2. You will provide clinical leadership to ensure the clinical teams meet relevant care, environments and health and safety standards.
3. You will report into the Head of clinical services and deputise for them in their absence.
4. For more information, please see the attached JD.

About us

Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice is in the heart of Headingley, Leeds.

We provide expert palliative care at a time when people need this the most.

We support you when you are living with a life-limiting condition, and also help your loved ones and family.

We support people aged 18 and over who are living with life-limiting conditions such as cancer, heart failure and lung disease by combining specialist medical care for managing pain and other symptoms with other emotional, practical and spiritual support.

We are able to provide care in our inpatient unit and our CNS team are on hand to visit people and provide care for people in their own home.

Benefits

• Enhanced pay for unsociable hours
• Company pension scheme
• Continuation of NHS pension (T&Cs apply)
• 27 days holiday - rising to 33 with length of service plus bank holidays
• NHS annual leave honoured (T&Cs apply)
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Enhanced sick pay
• Employee Networks LGBTQ+, Ethnic Diversity and Equality, People with Disabilities, and Women and Non Binary Individuals
• Staff discount of 10% on new goods online at shop.sueryder.org
• Structured induction programme and learning and development opportunities.

Job details

Date posted: 07 May 2025

Pay scheme: Other

Salary: £44,465 to £50,096 a year

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: B0475-25-0026

Job locations: Sue Ryder Wheatfields Hospice, Wood Lane, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 2AE

Job description

Job responsibilities

This role is responsible for ensuring that the services commit to a Quality Improvement Culture and adhere to statutory regulations incorporating best practice and national guidelines. You will produce regular reports demonstrating service quality, clinical outcomes, measures, and statutory compliance.

To develop and strengthen our management approach and understanding of governance and compliance in delivering outstanding care.

To lead the development, maintenance, and communication of governance and compliance policies, supporting departmental implementation and ongoing compliance.

Advise, maintain, and develop the service's compliance with CQC regulations regarding legislation and best practice. Actively engage with patients and service users to monitor outcomes and satisfaction.

For further information and to arrange an informal conversation, please contact Vicky Hogg (Head of Clinical Services) at [e-mail].

Person Specification

Qualifications - Essential:

• Registered clinical practitioner (NMC/HCPC registered)
• Educated to degree level in relevant subject or equivalent experience/supporting professional development

Qualifications - Desirable:

• Clinical or risk management qualification
• Professional qualifications in quality, project management, or governance
• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent experience in a senior specialist role
• Experience in quality governance, clinical audit/risk, and incident management
• Experience in palliative care setting

Additional Information

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975, and a DBS check is required.

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For more info, see the NHS Careers website.

Employer Details

Name: Sue Ryder

Address: Wheatfields Hospice, Wood Lane, Headingley, Leeds, LS6 2AE

Website: https://www.sueryder.org