NHS Scotland is committed to encouraging equality and diversity among our workforce and eliminating unlawful discrimination. The aim is for our workforce to be truly representative and for each employee to feel respected and able to give their best. To this end, NHS Scotland welcomes applications from all sections of society.
Position
Title: Quality Improvement Lead
Location: University Hospital Crosshouse
Contract: secondment until 1st December 2026
Hours: 36 hours per week
UK Driving Licence: essential for this role
What You Will Do
* Lead and manage the Acute Quality Improvement Team, ensuring effective use of resources
* Work closely with senior management teams and senior clinical leaders
* Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams at ward and departmental level
* Play a key role in shaping and delivering QI education across NHS Ayrshire & Arran
About You
* Strong communication and engagement skills, with the ability to work confidently with teams at all levels
* The ability to work independently, using initiative to drive improvement
* A recognised Quality Improvement qualification and/or significant experience in a QI‑related field
* Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
Knowledge, Training and Experience Required for This Post
* Educated to Master’s degree level or equivalent
* Educated in quality improvement at post‑graduate level
* Demonstrable evidence of CPD
* Proven record of leading quality improvement work
* Evidence of demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to facilitate these in others
* Evidence of developing innovative and creative solutions to achieve organisation objectives
* Experience in managing large, complex projects and initiatives
* Significant experience of working closely with NHS and other national quality bodies
* Highly developed interpersonal and communication skills which will enable effective negotiation, influencing and involvement in clinical improvement
* Highly developed written and verbal communication skills
* Experience of using quality improvement methodology
* Experience of managing programmes/projects
* Change management experience
* Computer literate with advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office Software packages including MS Publisher and MS Access
* Excellent interpersonal skills including diplomacy and discretion
* Excellent problem‑solving and analytical skills
* Excellent written and verbal communications
If you are interested in joining our team, please contact Claire Mavin, Head of Clinical and Care Governance: Claire.mavin2@aapct.scot.nhs.uk.
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