Overview
Head of Patient Safety – Gutsy Gals Inspire Me®
The Head of Patient Safety is a senior role providing expert leadership to drive a culture of safety and continuous improvement across services, in support of embedding patient safety systems and aligning with the NHS Patient Safety Strategy.
Responsibilities
* Provide expert leadership and oversight for patient safety, including systems-based investigations and improvement programmes.
* Develop and deliver the Trust's patient safety strategy, ensuring alignment with national policy and regulatory requirements.
* Lead and support the Patient Safety Team, fostering a culture of openness, learning, and continuous improvement.
* Advise the Board and executive team on patient safety issues, risks, and improvement approaches.
* Oversee the response to National Patient Safety Alerts and ensure robust systems for compliance.
* Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, including regional and national patient safety networks.
* Design and deliver multi-professional patient safety training and support the implementation of the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF).
* Ensure effective communication and engagement with staff, patients, carers, and partners.
* Deputise for the Deputy Director of Nursing as required.
Work Arrangements
The role involves a blend of agile working and on-site presence. Some flexibility in working arrangements will be supported, with regular in-person attendance required at various bases.
Key Dates
Closing Date: 30th October 2025
Shortlisting Date: 31st October 2025
Interview Date: 7th November 2025
About Us
We are guided by core values: We Care, We Listen, We Deliver. We offer flexible working arrangements and a range of benefits, including health and wellbeing support and professional development opportunities. Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust is committed to sustainability and diversity, with recognition from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme.
Essential Qualifications
* Master’s degree or equivalent senior professional qualification in a relevant subject; evidence of ongoing professional development.
* Registered healthcare professional and/or significant experience influencing senior clinicians.
* Two years’ experience in a patient safety-related role with understanding of safety improvement approaches.
Desirable Qualifications
* Post-graduate patient safety qualification or quality improvement qualification.
* Experience chairing committees or leading projects; safeguarding knowledge; ability to interpret national guidance.
Knowledge & Experience
* Knowledge of patient safety science (human factors, systems thinking, risk analysis, just culture) and NHS Patient Safety Strategy.
* Experience driving quality and safety improvements in health services.
Skills & Abilities
* Ability to develop and communicate a long-term vision for patient safety and translate it into plans and deliverables.
* Strong attention to detail with ability to see the bigger picture and manage multiple work streams.
Right to Work
Applicants must have current UK professional registration and the legal right to work in the UK. The Trust will verify right-to-work status and visa conditions as part of the recruitment process.
Employer Details
Bradford District Care NHS Foundation Trust, New Mill, Bradford, BD18 3LD. Employer website: https://www.bdct.nhs.uk/current-vacancies/
Note: This job description may include standard information typical for the role and may be subject to change. The Trust reserves the right to close the vacancy earlier than the stated closing date if a sufficient number of applications are received.
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