£39,959 to £48,117 pro rata (dependent on experience)
Are you passionate about quality, compliance, and continuous improvement?
Do you have:
- Experience of working within a policy and governance framework?
- The ability to provide quality monitoring information to support compliance with Care Quality Commission (CQC) regulations?
- Knowledge and experience of incident investigations and reporting?
- A proactive, enthusiastic, and self-motivated approach, with the ability to work effectively within a small team?
If you can:
- Work under pressure whilst managing multiple priorities and projects
- Carry out administrative tasks and confidently design and use spreadsheets and databases
- Problem solve, think creatively, and adapt to changing deadlines
- Analyse information and present findings in a clear and meaningful way
- Communicate effectively and build positive relationships at all levels
Dr Kershaw's Hospice is looking for you!
Dr Kershaw's Hospice is an independent charity providing specialist palliative and end-of-life care to the people of Oldham and surrounding communities. Since 1989, our mission has been to add quality to the lives of those living with a life-limiting illness. We are an inclusive organisation that promotes equality, values diversity, and invests in the development of our people. We treat all staff, volunteers, patients, and visitors with dignity, respect, and compassion. If our values resonate with you, we would love to hear from you. To learn more about our work, visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=axVsp6rAhTo
This is a key role within the Hospice, supporting the delivery of high-quality, person-centred care and ensuring that quality, compliance, and governance remain at the heart of everything we do. Working closely with colleagues across the organisation and reporting to senior leadership, you will:
- Manage, develop, and maintain the Hospice's quality and compliance systems
- Support the organisation's compliance with CQC regulations and standards
- Monitor, analyse, and report on quality assurance and governance information
- Investigate incidents, identify trends, and make recommendations to improve practice
- Monitor and interpret changes in legislation, regulation, and national guidance
- Support the CEO and senior leaders in preparing evidence and documentation for CQC inspections and stakeholder engagement activities
- Contribute to maintaining a strong risk management framework across the organisation
The Quality Lead role is vital to supporting our ambitious plans for the future. As part of our current three year strategy, including growth following the development of our new In-Patient Unit, we are committed to continuing to serve our local community with excellence. To achieve our goals, we are looking for an individual who is:
- Detail-oriented and highly organised
- Committed to continuous improvement
- Passionate about quality and compliance
- Self-motivated and proactive
- Aligned with our values of compassion, respect, inclusion, and excellence
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a meaningful difference while furthering your experience within a respected and growing hospice, we encourage you to apply. Join Dr Kershaw's Hospice and help us continue putting our patients and community at the heart of everything we do.
This is a part time, fixed term (14 months) role. Hours: 22.5 hours per week Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 pro rata (dependent on experience)
If this is you; please apply now by emailing your CV or to receive an application form please call 0161 624 2727 and ask for HR Closing date: 13th Sept 2026
If you require further information about this post please contact Adele Doherty, CEO on 0161 624 2727.
As an equal opportunities employer, Dr Kershaw’s is committed to the equal treatment of all current and prospective employees and does not condone discrimination on the basis of age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, gender identity, or marriage and civil partnership. At Dr Kershaw’s Hospice, you are at the heart of everything we do. We aspire to have a diverse and inclusive workplace and strongly encourage and welcome suitably qualified applicants from a wide range of backgrounds to apply and join us. We empower our employees to drive change through our internal Green Group. We are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and environmentally responsible workplace, contributing to a better, more sustainable world. We would never request payment in order for you to submit a CV or job application. Please ensure you apply only through our official channels—our email, [email protected] phone number 0161 624 2727 website www.drkh.org.uk , or via Indeed or NHS Jobs.
Job Type: Permanent
Pay: £39,959.00-£48,117.00 per year
Work Location: In person
