Job summary This is an exciting opportunity to join The Family and Specialist Services (FASS) Division as a Quality and Patient Safety Lead. The division includes the Breast Unit, Gynaecology, Paediatrics, Oncology, Haematology, Palliative Care, Pharmacy, Sexual Health and the Adult and Paediatric Fatigue Services, as well as Maternity and Neonates This role will directly lead on patient safety, quality and risk management within the division, by working collaboratively with the Quality and Patient Safety Lead Midwife, to develop and implement aspects of the Division's strategic governance programme that is reflective of the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF). The post holder will work closely as part of the Senior Leadership Team within the FASS Division leading the patient safety and clinical governance agenda within the division. They will be responsible for the co-ordination of clinical governance procedures and frameworks, identifying areas for service improvement as part of continuous improvement and learning. The post holder will line manage the FASS Quality Improvement and Patient Safety Team in the further development of robust systems and processes supporting the quality of services which underpin safer clinical practice. Main duties of the job The role encompasses risk management, clinical audit, and clinical effectiveness programmes, supporting the delivery of national quality and safety improvement drivers. The post holder will provide leadership, guidance, and expertise within the wider multi-professional team for the Division for clinical governance and risk management. This will include putting in place strategies and frameworks that ensure the Division meets the Trust and National Reporting Priorities. The patient safety function sets the strategic direction for patient safety insight, involvement and improvement. The post holder will assist healthcare professionals across the division and Trust to deliver safer care through an understanding of the effects of teamwork, tasks, equipment, workspace, culture, and organisation on human behaviour and identify contributing factors when incidents occur and make recommendations for systemic improvements. About us At the RUH we put people at the heart of what we do, working together as one team to make a difference for our patients, each other, and our community. No matter what your role is, we value everyone's contribution in supporting the exceptional, person-centred care we pride ourselves on. We are proud to be in the top 20 best hospitals to work for in the country. We are committed to creating a compassionate and inclusive environment. This can be seen in our growing community of staff networks - celebrating successes and creating opportunities to listen and learn. We value our differences, champion kindness and civility, and truly believe that diversity makes us stronger. A culture of learning, developing and innovating is the thread that runs throughout our whole organisation. We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We value staff wellbeing, with a well-established programme of support. We believe in a holistic approach spanning all aspects of living a healthy life, including physical, emotional, spiritual and financial wellbeing. We've even got a pool We are committed to supporting you and hope you want to join our team. In the meantime, find out more about living and working the beautiful historic city of Bath, learn about our extensive package of staff benefits, and read about how we're providing healthcare fit for the future with the landmark Dyson Cancer Centre and our passion for research. Date posted 27 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 8a Salary £53,755 to £60,504 a year pa Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 427-6723669-B Job locations Royal United Hospital Combe Park Bath BA1 3NG Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Job description Job responsibilities Please find attached to the vacancy a detailed person specification and job description for further information about this role. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experienced Registered Nurse Evidence of study at Masters level on patient safety or clinical Desirable Improvement methodology training Knowledge Essential Senior experience in Patient Safety, Risk Management and Clinical Governance Experience with the Incident or Risk Management systems Desirable Experience with writing Trust Board level reports Project management experience Person Specification Qualifications Essential Experienced Registered Nurse Evidence of study at Masters level on patient safety or clinical Desirable Improvement methodology training Knowledge Essential Senior experience in Patient Safety, Risk Management and Clinical Governance Experience with the Incident or Risk Management systems Desirable Experience with writing Trust Board level reports Project management experience 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 Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust Address Royal United Hospital Combe Park Bath BA1 3NG Employer's website https://www.ruh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)