Head of Governance and Safeguarding

Location: Hadleigh, Benfleet, Essex

Salary: £70,000 per annum

About the Role:

We are looking for a skilled professional to take the role of Head of Governance and Safeguarding. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for leading and managing governance and safeguarding policies and practices, ensuring that our organisation maintains the highest standards of compliance, ethics, and safety for all stakeholders.

The Responsibilities Of The Head Of Governance and Safeguarding:

• Develop, implement, and oversee governance and safeguarding frameworks to ensure legal, regulatory, and best practice compliance in all our care homes.
• Ensure our residents and key stakeholders are central to our approach to driving and reviewing the quality of our services.
• Write and update policies and procedures in line with new regulation and legal requirements.
• Implement systems and processes that assess, monitor and drive improvement in the quality and safety of the services provided, including the quality of the experience for people using the service.
• Provide expert guidance and training to staff and volunteers on safeguarding issues and governance protocols.
• Responsible for external notifications and reporting, including but not limited to updating the CQC on changes and registrations, managing Coroner/Inquest communication, reporting to the Groups insurers.
• Liaise with members of the Senior Management Team.
• Construct and share a monthly Quality report.
• Promote evidence-based care practices and research in all care homes.
• Monitor and liaise with the relevant support functions to take action on sub-standard performance ensuring all care homes meet their regulatory requirements and the promotion of effective governance processes.
• Continually be involved in planning and driving continuous improvement including the development and implementation of innovative models of care practice.
• Ensure that the aims and objectives of the organisation and operational goals are met at all times.
• Support in the management of complaints and complaint responses.
• Ensure that attendance to both mandatory and required training courses.
• Perform any other related duties that may arise from time to time to meet the ongoing needs of the company and the position.

About you:

• Proven experience in governance, safeguarding, or risk management, preferably within a similar sector.
• Previously worked at a senior level within an organisation and be familiar with risk management.
• Strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, policies, and best practices.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence at all levels.
• Possess excellent communication skills.
• A strong work ethic.
• Passionate about delivering improvements and industry-leading initiatives to deliver these objectives is essential.
• Committed to protecting vulnerable individuals and promoting a culture of safety and respect.

About Runwood Homes:

Established in 1987, Runwood Homes is a leading provider of residential care, dementia care, and nursing care services, with a portfolio of over 59 homes across the UK. Our commitment to delivering personalised care is at the core of our mission, as we strive to celebrate the lives of each and every one of our residents. At Runwood Homes, we prioritise the professional development of our staff by investing in comprehensive internal, external, and e-training programs at all levels. This dedication to continuous learning and growth ensures that our team is equipped to provide the highest quality of care to our residents. As we look towards the future, our reputation for delivering innovative care for individuals living with dementia continues to flourish. We are dedicated to pushing the boundaries of care excellence and setting new standards in the industry.