b Overview /b p In this senior role you provide expert clinical and public health governance across UKHSA, leading the development and ongoing improvement of the Clinical and Public Health Quality Management Framework. You will steer quality improvement, organisational learning, and patient/public safety, working with governance structures to assure quality and safety. You’ll coordinate cross‑organisational quality intelligence and support external inspections. This position offers a strategic platform to shape clinical quality and governance at scale within UKHSA. /p b Pay / Benefits /b ul li Hybrid working model /li li Flexible working opportunities /li li Core HQ locations with modern facilities /li li Potential for salary progression within AfC/Pay bands /li li Diversity and equal opportunities policy /li li Security clearance process /li /ul b Responsibilities /b ul li Provide strategic leadership on clinical and public health quality, governance and improvement. /li li Lead development and implementation of the UKHSA Clinical and Public Health Quality Management Framework. /li li Coordinate cross‑organisational quality intelligence and assurance activity. /li li Support CQOC and other governance structures in governance and oversight of quality, safety and effectiveness. /li li Lead preparations for external inspections and reviews (including CQC activities). /li li Provide expert governance input into new Clinical and Public Health services. /li li Foster a culture of quality improvement, organisational learning and patient/public safety. /li li Oversee strategic audit activities and communication/engagement strategies for quality and governance. /li /ul b Key requirements /b ul li GMC full and specialist registration (or eligibility within 6 months) or UK Public Health Register (UKPHR) for Public Health Specialists or equivalent public health practice experience /li li Significant strategic leadership experience in public health /li li Experience in change management and cross‑organisational collaboration /li li Experience with quality assurance, audit, and assurance activities in health/public health settings /li li Understanding of national guidance, regulatory requirements and best practice in health governance /li li Ability to analyse quality, risk and assurance information to drive improvements /li li Experience with external inspections and regulatory processes (e.g., CQC) /li li Commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace /li /ul ul li Influence and engagement with senior leaders /li li Adaptability and resilience in complex environments /li li Team leadership and collaboration across multidisciplinary teams /li li Quality management frameworks /li li Clinical governance and public health governance /li li Quality improvement, evaluation and evidence‑based practice /li /ul
Head of Clinical and Health Protection Quality & Governance employer: National Health Service
Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and collaborative work environment for healthcare professionals in North Wales. With a commitment to employee development and a focus on compassionate care, staff have access to continuous professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in both acute and community paediatrics. The Health Board's integrated approach ensures that employees are part of a dynamic team dedicated to improving health outcomes for the local population.
