Quality Lead – Part time (14 month – Fixed-Term – Maternity Leave Cover)

More about this role

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 is looking for you!

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.

Closing Date: 13th September 2026

Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 pro rata (dependent on experience)            

Hours: 22.5 hours per week

See the job description here.

If this is you, please apply now and send your CV to recruitment@drkh.org.uk.   Or for an application form please call 0161 624 2727 and ask for HR. If you require further information about this post please contact Adele Doherty, CEO on 0161 624 2727.