Head of quality
When registering to this job board you will be redirected to the online application form. Please ensure that this is completed in full in order that your application can be reviewed. About the role At Sense, we believe every disabled person should have the opportunity to connect, belong, and live a fulfilling life. Were looking for an exceptional Head of quality to help us make that happen, by ensuring our services are safe, outstanding, and truly person-centred.
This is a high-impact leadership role where your expertise in quality, compliance, and continuous improvement will shape how we deliver support across the country.
Key Responsibilities As Head of Quality, you will provide strategic leadership, quality assurance, regulatory compliance and continuous improvement across all Sense social care services. The role ensures that services meet and exceed the expectations of regulators, commissioners and the people we support. Working closely with the operational leadership team and chief operating officers, you will drive a culture of high-quality practice, robust governance and organisational learning.
You will work closely with senior leaders to:
Build and lead a high-performing Quality team
Drive organisation-wide quality assurance and governance
Strengthen compliance with regulators including CQC and Ofsted
Use data and insight to influence strategy and improve outcomes
Identify risks early and lead meaningful, lasting improvements
From overseeing inspections and investigations to shaping policy and systems, you will be at the forefront of ensuring the highest standards of care for the people we support.
What were looking for Were looking for a confident, values-driven leader who combines strategic thinking with hands-on expertise:
Significant senior experience in quality, compliance, or regulation within social care.
Deep understanding of frameworks such as CQC, Ofsted, and equivalent bodies.
Proven track record of improving regulated services.
Strong leadership skills with the ability to inspire and develop teams.
Expertise in audits, inspections, investigations, and quality systems.
Ability to translate complex data into clear, actionable insight.
Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders, regulators, and Boards.
Above all, youll share our passion for inclusion and delivering outstanding, person-centred support.
AboutSense Webelievethateverydisabledpersonshouldhavetheopportunitytoconnectwithothersandbeincludedintheworld.Weuseourknowledgeandexpertisetodeliverpersonalised,creativeandflexiblesupportateverystageoflife.Senseisproudtobea disabilityconfidentleader .
WorkingatSensecanbeincrediblyrewarding;weoffertheopportunitytoworkinalarge,diverseandsuccessfulcharitywherepeoplecandeveloptheirskills,knowledgeandcareersinasupportiveandflexibleenvironment.Inaddition,wehaveexcellenttraininganddevelopment,theopportunityforyoutojoinourGroupPersonalPensionschemeandagenerousannualleaveentitlement.
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