Site Quality Improvement Lead in Darlington

Job summaryYou will be part of a compassionate team that is committed to supporting people's wellbeing. We take a personalised approach, using proven therapies to help people move forward with confidence and build a healthier, more fulfilling future.Main duties of the jobLead and coordinate quality improvement initiatives across the hospital, ensuring high standards of clinical care and patient experience.Oversee the development and delivery of the Site Improvement Plan, monitoring progress and ensuring agreed actions are implemented.Support the Hospital Director and Director of Clinical Services with CQC inspections, regulatory compliance, audits and quality assurance.Work closely with ward managers and clinical teams to strengthen governance, investigate incidents and complaints, and ensure learning is shared to improve patient safety.Monitor quality performance, patient experience and compliance, producing reports and identifying opportunities for continuous improvement.About usPriory is the UKs leading independent provider of mental health and adult social care. With 12,000 colleagues and a network of 270 services, we support over 24,000 people each year to live their lives as fully and independently as possible. We treat more than 70 conditions including depression, anxiety, eating disorders and childrens mental health and provide residential and supported living care for autistic adults, people with a learning disability, PraderWilli Syndrome, brain injuries and older people.We are an equal opportunities employer committed to providing an inclusive, accessible recruitment process. Learn more about the accessibility support we offer here.For agency enquiries and applications, please view our legal statement here.All roles are subject to a successful disclosure at an appropriate level from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS), Access NI or Disclosure Scotland. Priory will cover the cost of a DBS check. DetailsDate posted12 November 2026Pay schemeOtherSalary 45,771 a year ContractPermanentWorking pattern Full-time Reference number618762Job locationsDarlingtonDarlingtonCounty DurhamDl2 1TSUnited KingdomJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesPriory Hospital Middleton St George45,771 per annumFull Time - 30 hours per weekPriory Hospital Middletomn St George has an opportunity for a Site Quality Improvement Lead to join our team. Set in spacious and relaxing grounds, Priory Hospital Middleton St George, located in Darlington, County Durham, is a specialist inpatient service for adults with mental health issues, complex needs and behaviours that challenge. We are dedicated to supporting people to transfer effortlessly between the most appropriate care, meeting individual needs, enabling recovery and re-engagement within the community, and maximising life opportunities. Job description Job responsibilitiesPriory Hospital Middleton St George45,771 per annumFull Time - 30 hours per weekPriory Hospital Middletomn St George has an opportunity for a Site Quality Improvement Lead to join our team. Set in spacious and relaxing grounds, Priory Hospital Middleton St George, located in Darlington, County Durham, is a specialist inpatient service for adults with mental health issues, complex needs and behaviours that challenge. We are dedicated to supporting people to transfer effortlessly between the most appropriate care, meeting individual needs, enabling recovery and re-engagement within the community, and maximising life opportunities.Person Specification Qualification Essential Registered with the NMC or HCPC.Minimum of two years' management experience within a health or social care setting.Strong leadership, decision-making and organisational skills.Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to present information clearly.Passionate about delivering high-quality care, improving patient experience and driving continuous improvement.Ability to prioritise workloads, manage competing demands and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.DesirableExperience leading, implementing and reviewing quality improvement initiatives.Experience in clinical governance, audit and risk management.Experience preparing for CQC inspections, regulatory reviews and internal audits.Experience in project management and quality reporting.Experience influencing and leading change within a healthcare environment. Person Specification Qualification Essential Registered with the NMC or HCPC.Minimum of two years' management experience within a health or social care setting.Strong leadership, decision-making and organisational skills.Excellent communication and report-writing skills, with the ability to present information clearly.Passionate about delivering high-quality care, improving patient experience and driving continuous improvement.Ability to prioritise workloads, manage competing demands and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.DesirableExperience leading, implementing and reviewing quality improvement initiatives.Experience in clinical governance, audit and risk management.Experience preparing for CQC inspections, regulatory reviews and internal audits.Experience in project management and quality reporting.Experience influencing and leading change within a healthcare environment.Disclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Employer detailsEmployer namePriory HealthcareAddressDarlingtonDarlingtonCounty DurhamDl2 1TSUnited KingdomEmployer's websiteEmployer detailsEmployer namePriory HealthcareAddressDarlingtonDarlingtonCounty DurhamDl2 1TSUnited KingdomEmployer's website