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Job Title: Divisional Governance Manager
Pay Band: 8a
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Location: Sussex
Accountable to: Assistant Director of Nursing
Reports to: Assistant Director of Nursing
The Divisional Governance Manager will be responsible for overseeing the coordination of a robust clinical quality and governance framework within the Community Health and Integrated Care Division. The post holder will support the divisional management team in delivering high-quality and safe services, working closely with senior staff across the division, including the Divisional Director of Operations, Assistant Directors, Matrons, and clinical leads.
Key Responsibilities:Quality Assurance & Governance Management:- Lead the operational delivery of the Divisions Clinical Quality and Governance agenda, ensuring high standards in clinical quality, risk management, and patient safety.
- Provide expert advice on governance issues to managers and clinicians.
- Analyze and interpret complex data to generate robust reports on key quality indicators.
- Ensure compliance with corporate policies and monitor quality improvement through audits.
- Facilitate the investigation of incidents, complaints, and internal investigations, ensuring lessons learned are implemented and shared.
- Provide assurance that the Division complies with relevant regulations, including CQC and the Health & Social Care Act 2008.
- Chair Divisional Quality Clinical Governance meetings as required.
- Oversee the Divisions Risk Assessment processes, ensuring all assessments are up-to-date and compliant.
- Provide advice and training on risk management, including Health & Safety legislation and procedures.
- Manage the Divisions Risk Register and ensure compliance with fire and safety protocols.
- Ensure all Central Alert System (CAS) notices are acted upon within required timeframes.
- Lead the Information Governance agenda across the Division, ensuring compliance with data protection regulations and timely responses to FOI requests.
- Manage the budget for governance-related activities and procurement, including specialist equipment with a budget of £45,000.
- Support the Divisional General Manager with strategic planning for medical equipment and projects.
- Provide leadership to the Governance Team, offering professional guidance and line management support.
- Support the recruitment, induction, and performance management of staff within the Governance Team.
- Foster a culture of continuous learning and development, embedding governance, quality, and safety into everyday practice.
- Trust Governance Team: Monthly meetings to align processes centrally.
- Divisional Governance Administration Team: Weekly one-to-one meetings and daily communication.
- Clinical and Operational Leads: Regular collaboration for governance-related processes such as incident management, risk assessments, and audits.
- External Stakeholders (e.g., ICB): Reporting on clinical quality and governance.
- Essential:
- Registered Practitioner, First Level Qualified Nurse or equivalent clinical background.
- At least four years of experience in clinical risk management, with a Clinical Diploma in Risk Management or equivalent.
- Patient Safety Incident training (e.g., NHSE Level 1 and 2).
- Desirable:
- Evidence of continuing professional development at a masters level or equivalent.
- Strong leadership, team-working, and communication skills.
- Ability to analyze complex data and generate actionable reports.
- Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines.
- Knowledge of clinical audit and governance frameworks.
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner.
- DBS clearance (if applicable).
- Evidence of personal behavior aligning with Trust values of Respect, Compassion, Engagement, and Improvement.
- Primarily office-based but requires travel to various sites across the division.
- Occasional exposure to emotional and sensitive situations.
- Maintain compliance with all Trust policies and procedures.
- Participate in mandatory training and personal development.
- Promote and uphold the Trusts commitment to equality, diversity, and confidentiality.
