Overview
The post holder is the lead for the management of CQC regulation (inspection and regulation) across the Trust. This will involve working across the Divisions, Directorates and corporate specialists to ensure compliance and improvement at service level, supporting the implementation of quality improvement plans. The post holder will be responsible for managing the CQC Provider Information Request (PIR) document and quality standards required for a large complex organisation. The post holder will play a key part in developing a culture of continuous quality improvement across all services providing focused support where necessary to maximise achieve net against internal and external standards. The post holder will be the lead across the Trust for policy and procedure framework ensuring compliance with governance standards as set out in the Trust Policy for Policies. In line with the Trust being a major provider in Community and Primary Care Services, the post holder will be expected to support these developments and take responsibility for areas of responsibility with any future service developments. This is an exciting opportunity to support Nursing and Therapies in Quality Assurance. This role will last 3 months, with potential to be extended.
Responsibilities
* Offer specialist advice to other corporate specialists and Divisions across the Trust in relation to the CQC regulation as defined in the Health and Social care Act (Regulated Activities) 2014.
* Oversee, manage and develop the self-assessment compliance system for the Trust.
Governance
* Continually develop, maintain and monitor systems and processes that ensure the Trust is compliant with the Care Quality Commission's Fundamental Standards of Care.
Trust Policy Framework
* Responsible for overseeing the Trust policy and procedural framework ensuring governance standards are met. This includes:
* Acting as lead for the Trust for policy development (i.e. policies, procedures and guidelines).
* Overseeing the mechanism for new policy development and policy review.
* Supporting authors as they develop a document acquiring approval and giving advice on approval/ratification routes for documents which require approval.
Training
* This post demands highly specialist skills which in turn will formulate training packages to be delivered to senior and front-line staff across the Trust.
Management
* Dep suit e for Deputy Chief Nurse as required.
* Involvement in disciplinary procedure, including acting as an investigating manager and presenting cases and participating as a panel member on disciplinary hearings.
For further information on the role, please see the attached full Job Description.
BCHC has more than 5000 staff working across Birmingham and the West Midlands in a wide range of community nursing and specialist healthcare roles. BCHC delivers over 100 clinical services, in people\'s homes, health centres, clinics and inpatient facilities. We deliver a wide range of services for children, young people and families as well as adults and community services, two community hospitals, services for people with learning disabilities, the internationally recognised West Midlands Rehab Centre and one of Europe\'s leading Dental Hospitals and School of Dentistry. We deliver all of this with a commitment to integrated, personalised care that is rooted in our local communities. We have an ambition to deliver outstanding, integrated care as one of the key NHS providers in the West Midlands.
If you want to \"Be Part of Our Team\" and work with a Foundation Trust which is continuously striving for best care and healthy communities, we want to hear from you.
For more details about the role, including key responsibilities, please check the full Job Description attached.
Visa Sponsorship and Diversity
* UK Home Office Visa Sponsorship requirements: In accordance with UK Home Office requirements, Band 2 clinical and non-clinical roles and Band 3 Non-Clinical roles are not eligible for sponsorship. The majority of non-clinical roles (Agenda for Change Band 3 - 6) with the exception of those which appear on this list will not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas and Immigration to sponsor candidates to work in the UK. All non-clinical roles (Agenda for Change Bands 7 - 9) that meet the prescribed skill level (RQF 6) and salary threshold will be eligible for sponsorship.
* The Trust will accept applications from candidates who can evidence their right to work in the UK or via alternative visa routes.
* Disability Confident Employer and Guaranteed Interview Scheme: BCHC offers a guaranteed interview to any candidate who is Disabled, Neurodiverse, has a hidden or long term health condition as recognised under the Equality Act 2010, providing they meet the essential criteria of the job role, as set out in the person specification. We encourage applicants to submit their applications and to request any reasonable adjustments where required.
* Equality, Diversity and Inclusion: As part of our ongoing commitment to being a Great Place to Work, we actively foster and support a workplace culture that is inclusive and equitable for all staff, patients and service users. We are dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels welcomed and valued. We are also dedicated to supporting the career progression of colleagues from underrepresented backgrounds into this role and more senior roles within the Division and the wider organisation. Promoting Workforce Equality: BCHC is committed to employment and career development of individuals with protected characteristics and guarantees an interview to applicants from under-represented groups at Band 8a and above whose application meets essential criteria.
* Flexible Working: BCHC supports flexible working practices and will actively consider requests where possible. This includes hybrid patterns of working where feasible.
* Using Artificial Intelligence: BCHC acknowledges AI tools can assist in the application process; readers can read more about acceptable use on our internet pages.
Benefits
* Full NHS terms and conditions including extensive holidays, Agenda for Change pay with enhancements
* Attractive relocation payment if you relocate to the local area
* Discounts for local and national retailers
* Dedicated well-being services for all employees
* Flexible working where possible
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