Overview

We are seeking an experienced, knowledgeable, and driven leader for the role of Head of Quality Governance and Risk at The Christie NHS Foundation Trust. The role supports the Associate Director of Quality Governance and provides leadership to the Trust''s Quality Governance agenda and Risk Management Strategy. The post holder should have a strong background in Quality Improvement, project management, and transformation, and be a confident communicator who engages a wide range of stakeholders. Applicants should demonstrate evidence of implementing Quality Improvement methodologies and project/programme management experience.Main duties of the job

Deputising for the Associate Director of Quality Governance, the post holder will provide strategic and operational leadership to ensure robust governance systems across the Trust. Provide senior leadership to the Patient Safety, Clinical Governance, Health and Safety, Risk and Quality Improvement teams. Lead the development and evolution of the Trust Local Risk Management System and related strategies. Promote a culture of transparency, learning, and continuous improvement, ensuring regulatory compliance and high standards of care.About us

The Christie is one of Europe\''s leading cancer centres, based in Manchester and serving a population of 3.2 million across Greater Manchester and Cheshire. The Trust provides radiotherapy, chemotherapy, surgery, and a wide range of support and diagnostic services, and is active in international cancer research and clinical trials.Details

Date posted: 18 September 2025Pay scheme: Agenda for ChangeBand: Band 8bSalary: £64,455 to £74,896 per year pro rataContract: Fixed term (12 months)Working pattern: Full-timeReference: 413-97830-QS-MSJob locations: Quality and Standards - E00025, Manchester, M20 4BXJob responsibilities

Act as the formal deputy to the Associate Director of Quality Governance, including representation at senior meetings, committees, and external forums. Provide leadership in the absence of the Associate Director, ensuring continuity across quality governance functions. Support the production, publication and delivery of the Trust\''s Quality Improvement Strategy and Governance Framework, working closely with divisional and corporate teams. Oversee the administration and review of the Trust\''s risk registers, ensuring alignment with the Board Assurance Framework and risk management strategy.Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential: Educated to Masters level (in a relevant discipline) or equivalent senior level experienceEssential: Quality improvement qualification or equivalent experienceDesirable: Post-graduate governance qualification or leadership qualificationsExperience

Essential: Experience in a patient safety role with understanding of improving patient safety in health systemsEssential: Knowledge of clinical governance, incident response, risk management, and NHS policies and standardsEssential: Strategic leadership experience supporting Board Executives (including voluntary roles)Essential: Experience implementing national guidelines and advising on implementationEssential: Experience developing and delivering training programsEssential: Experience co-designing with patients/service usersEssential: Evidence of CPDEssential: Providing advice on complex professional and people issuesDesirable: Budget management experience and financial processesDesirable: Project/change management experience (e.g., Agile, Prince 2)Skills

Interpret complex information from safety and administrative dataEffective communication with clinical, academic, and staff levelsSenior leadership capabilityVision development and translating into plans with tight deadlinesCollaboration and stakeholder engagementAutonomous decision-making and prioritisationTime management and prioritisationNetwork building to share best practicePersuasive communication and influencing skillsJudgement in ambiguous situationsStrong presentation skills and ability to convey complex informationMS Office familiarity; analytical skills for qualitative and quantitative dataKnowledge

Systems thinking, human factors, and just cultureEquality Act 2010 considerations and data analysis on protected characteristicsHealthcare inequalities factors and access to servicesQuality improvement science developmentsNHS patient safety strategy understanding and implementationSafeguarding and legal dutiesValues

Demonstrates organisational values and behavioursOther

Openness to change and learningKind and compassionate approachCourage to challenge appropriatelyInvolvement of patients and the public in workActive personal and team developmentCompliance

Disclosure and Barring Service Check: This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act and requires Disclosure to be submitted to the DBS.Certificate of Sponsorship: Applications from job seekers who require Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.Notes: For overseas applicants, guidance on criminal records checks is available on the UK government sites.Employer details

The Christie NHS FTAddress: Quality and Standards - E00025, Manchester, M20 4BXEmployer website: christie.nhs.uk

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