Job summary Championing Quality in Radiotherapy Care - Driving Excellence through Leadership and Innovation We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive individual to take on the pivotal role of Quality System Manager in our Radiotherapy Department. This dynamic role encompasses the entire Radiotherapy Department, including Radiotherapy Physics, Radiographers, Consultants, and Administrative staff. As the custodian of the Quality System, you will ensure its maintenance and ongoing development, guaranteeing compliance with the ISO 9001:2015 standard. Main duties of the job Quality System Management : Maintain and develop the Radiotherapy Department's Quality System, ensuring adherence to the ISO 9001:2015 standard. Team Collaboration : Regularly update the management team via the Radiotherapy Management Review meetings. Policy and Procedure Oversight : Ensure consistent operation and monitoring of departmental policies and procedures to uphold high standards of patient care. Problem Resolution : Actively manage issues by reporting and resolving problems in a timely manner. Training & Development : Plan, prepare and deliver training programs related to the Quality System and Q-Pulse software. Documentation Management : Oversee the administration of approximately 700 documents within the Q-Pulse system, requiring a dedicated full-time position. Data Analysis & Auditing : Collate and analyse quality data, manage audits and address Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs). About us We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area. As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including: Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff); Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme: Flexible working opportunities; Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays; Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role; Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment; Access to our in-house physiotherapy service; On-site canteens offering subsidised meals; Subsidised staff parking (currently free); Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles. Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community. Date posted 01 November 2024 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 176-F-6665206 Job locations Peterborough City Hospital Peterborough PE3 9GZ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification for more information regarding this role Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential oEducated to GCSE level or equivalent including Maths and English Desirable oQualification in quality management systems or significant demonstrable experience oBSc Radiotherapy Experience Essential oHas experience of Quality Management oEvidence of leadership Desirable oHas knowledge, understanding and the ability to use the QM system oKnowledge of the BSI assessment process oExperience of working with external partners in a healthcare setting Knowledge Essential oWorking knowledge and understanding of the Data Protection Act Desirable oKnowledge of cancer patient treatment pathway, and national targets Person Specification Education and Qualifications Essential oEducated to GCSE level or equivalent including Maths and English Desirable oQualification in quality management systems or significant demonstrable experience oBSc Radiotherapy Experience Essential oHas experience of Quality Management oEvidence of leadership Desirable oHas knowledge, understanding and the ability to use the QM system oKnowledge of the BSI assessment process oExperience of working with external partners in a healthcare setting Knowledge Essential oWorking knowledge and understanding of the Data Protection Act Desirable oKnowledge of cancer patient treatment pathway, and national targets 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). 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). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust Address Peterborough City Hospital Peterborough PE3 9GZ Employer's website https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)