Total 23 quality assurance control job vacancies in Norwich / Bedford / Chelmsford, MK41 0RG

Catfoss Recruitment Ltd are currently in partnership with a globally respected R&D company that is looking to recruit a Quality Controller to their expanding team on a permanent basis.

Due to continued growth, we now have the opportunity to recruit and experienced and motivated Quality Controller to join our Quality Management team, reporting into the Head of SHEQ. (Safety, Health, Environment and Quality)

Quality Controller - What you will get the chance to do:

* Provide guidance and support in all Quality related matters ensuring quality standards are maintained.
* Prepare and ensure the effective deployment and adherence to Quality associated policies, procedures and standards across the organisation.
* Collaborate with departments and operational areas to understand business requirements, providing advice and support on Quality matters.
* Lead, facilitate, and support non - conformance activities, ensuring that root causes are identified and effective corrective actions are communicated and implemented.
* Oversee and support Quality associated assessments, including regulatory audits and process confirmations
* Ensure company staff are compliant with relevant training and competence requirements
* Demonstrate and encourage the company's values and behaviours to a high standard and set an example.

Quality Controller - What we would like to see:

* Proven experience in a similar role, ideally within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
* In depth knowledge of Quality management principles and a broad understanding of related disciplines, supported by relevant experience or formal qualifications.
* Minimum HNC or degree qualified in a relevant technical discipline, or equivalent experience.
* Understanding and practical application of ISO 9001
* Trained auditor with experience in conducting audits.
* Strong appreciation of the importance of continuous improvement principles and their application.
* Ability to interpret and apply industry standards and legislative requirements.
* Be a Quality subject matter expert with the ability to interpret specifications, procedures, and contract requirements, and communicate them effectively.

Quality Controller previous suitable job titles: Quality Engineer, Quality Supervisor, Senior Quality Engineer, Quality Manager, Quality Auditor

Commutable from Bedford, Milton Keynes, Wellingborough, Rushden, St Neots and surrounding areas

The successful candidate must satisfy security clearance requirements - including the last 5 years continual UK residency.

Please apply ASAP

We are looking for a highly motivated Infection Prevention and Control Support Worker to join our Infection Prevention and Control team. After the initial period of training has been completed you will be autonomously FIT testing the Trust staff that are required to wear FFP3 respirators. You will also be completing Infection Prevention and Control audits across all Trust sites The successful applicant must demonstrate that they can work successfully autonomously, after initial training, and also within this dynamic and successful IPAC Team. A team that strives to effectively communicate, educate and advise Trust staff and we look forward to welcoming you to enable us to continue this work together

National Highways have an excellent opportunity for a Construction Assurance Manger to join our team in the East region. The Construction Assurance Manager will play a key role in the delivery of National Highways Capital Investment Schemes by representing the companies interests on civil engineering construction and maintenance sites. Reporting directly to the Construction Manager, you will actively ensure construction schemes are delivered in line with time, cost, quality and safety standards, and customer experience is not adversely impacted. This well-established team pride itself on its culture and this role will give you a varied, challenging workday, every day.

Please note additional and/or unsociable working hours including night working may be required for which there will be paid overtime and/or a nightwork uplift. 

This role will require travel across the East region and can be based from either Bedford, Cambridge or Ipswich.

You will also be required to drive as part of your role and you will need to have no more than 3 points to be considered for this position and during employment.
 
What you'll be leading on

• Assuring the completion of planned works to agreed standards and escalate any concerns to the Construction Manager, in line with agreed governance requirements.
• Ensuring that all works are constructed in line with: CDM regulations, HSE Legislation, Chapter 8 requirements, Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and Manual of Contract Documents for Highways Works (MCHW).
• Ensuring Project Managers receive regular and timely feedback on scheme construction progress, risks, early warnings, design related issues, and act as the initial point of escalation for any on-site issues that need to be resolved.
• Acting as liaison between all key supply chain partners and co-ordinate the delivery programme, ensuring buildability reviews are carried out on all projects.
• Maintaining good liaison with Project Managers and Commercial & Procurement colleagues, providing relevant and timely information on Early Warnings and Compensation Events

To be successful

• Proven highways/structures maintenance/construction experience; experience of working on high speed Trunk Road/Motorway Networks is desirable
• Knowledge of site-based processes, relevant legislation, practices and polices for health & safety, environmental and quality management, including good understanding of the DMRB, MCHW, Chapter 8 of the Traffic Signs Manual and CDM Regulations.
• Institution of Occupational Safety and Health (IOSH) or Site Management Safety Training Scheme (SMSTS) preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills including stakeholder management, with a strong customer focus and managing geographically dispersed teams.
• Experienced in using the NEC 4 ECC form of contract. 

A bit about us

Making sure our customers have safe and reliable journeys is at the heart of everything we do in Operations. We keep the roads open for business and play a key role in making sure the network we manage is fit for purpose today and for the future. We achieve this through the delivery our capital programme, supporting customers on the road with our Traffic Officer Service and managing incidents effectively.

Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme

If you would like to find out more information about this role, please see the attached job specification.

For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails. Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn. How to applyStep 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

Bank Planner / Day Controller

We are looking for a dynamic thinker to support our local planning of patient journeys. The role involves effectively planning patient journeys to and from home / health care setting using our cleric system and against set key performance indicators.

Our patients have varying clinical and mobility needs, some of our patients travel regularly with us into renal and oncology units. Our patients and staff are our priority, ensuring we show care, compassion and empathy.

You will need a calm approach under pressure, have a general geographical knowledge of the Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Cambridgeshire, Essex and outlying areas. Customer service skills are also key as you will be liaising with patients, clinics and our staff, keeping calm under pressure and following the Trust's vision and values.



Responsible for the planning of transport for future dates. Responsible for the control of ambulance service resources for the current day. To ensure all patients on our transport get home as quickly as possible.





You'll have the opportunity to work in one of the most diverse regions in the country, with the vibrant capital city just a stone's throw away and the invigorating North Sea coast to the east.
At EEAST we bring together all our skills to provide 24 hour, 365 days a year urgent care to those in need of emergency and non-emergency medical treatment and transport in Bedfordshire, Hertfordshire, Essex, Norfolk, Suffolk and Cambridgeshire.
We are always looking to innovate our approaches and work together to offer the best possible patient care across our counties.

We aim to represent and value the diversity of our local communities through our workforce and service provision. We therefore positively encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as Black, Asian, or other ethnic groups, individuals with a Disability, or LGBTQ+ individuals who meet the specific criteria.

We at EEAST want to support our employees achieve a balance between work and other priorities, such as caring responsibilities, family commitments, further learning, and other interests. We therefore welcome flexible working requests.



For a thorough and comprehensive understanding of the role, including all its specific requirements and responsibilities, please consult the attached Job Description and Person Specification. This document provides an in-depth overview that will give you a clear and detailed picture of what the position entails.

Please note, should you be successful in your application, you will be required to undergo pre-employment checks, prior to receiving an unconditional offer, if full employment checks cannot be achieved (this will include existing and unserved disciplinary sanctions), then your offer may be withdrawn.

How to apply
Step 1 - Read the advert and the Job Description and Person Specification (attached)
Step 2 - Complete the Supporting Statement - Your statement needs to indicate how you meet each of the criteria contained within the Person Specification.
Step 3 - Complete the online application and upload your statement. Please note, CVs are not accepted.


This advert closes on Monday 7 Oct 2024

IPC PRACTICE Will have specialist knowledge and experience in order to provide expert advice and consultancy on infection-related matters to all Trust staff, this includes all clinical staff, estates etc. The job holder will be expected to attend further training to develop existing knowledge and skill base as directed so as to aid the comprehensive provision of a quality, safe and efficient service. To evaluate and update control of infection measures throughout the Trust, promoting the principles of Infection Prevention & Control and introducing new practices in accordance with recent findings overcoming potential barriers to understanding and compliance in liaison with the appropriate Trust staff. To advise and facilitate expert care to patients with infections, in collaboration with nursing and medical staff through assessment and interpretation of complex and conflicting information based on environmental conditions and individual patients laboratory results in the management of infection and its control. To act as an expert practitioner, demonstrating advanced clinical competence and a knowledge base beyond those associated with conventional nursing roles. To take responsibility, with other members of the Infection Prevention & Control Team, for critical incident management related to infection prevention and control within the Trust, including outbreak management and root cause analysis and ensuring actions are followed through within the relevant service areas across the organization. To develop and implement new ways of working, thus enabling clinical teams to take accountability for Infection Prevention & Control issues. PATIENT CARE To advise patients, patient groups and relatives on general and specific measures to prevent and control infection, either by telephone or ward visits and face-to-face interviews. To ensure that appropriate, consistent information is available for patients, relatives, and visitors and is regularly reviewed, updated and promoted. To provide effective communication with patients, relatives and relevant others to impart information which may be seen to be of a highly emotive and stressful nature. To act as an expert resource by giving detailed information to distressed/anxious patients and relatives regarding Infection Prevention & Control issues as required. Management and Leadership To provide professional leadership to the nurses and administrative staff within the Infection Prevention and Control Team and act as a model of good practice. To deputise for the Senior IPC nursing team as required. With other members of the Infection Prevention & Control Team review and evaluate the Infection Prevention & Control Strategy annually and the development of Infection Prevention & Control guidance, taking into account relevant legislation and published professional guidelines. To support Clinical Service Lines with completion of investigations relating to Infection Prevention & Control including relevant serious incident investigations. To evaluate and update control of infection measures throughout the Trust, promoting the principles of Infection Prevention & Control and introducing new practices in accordance with recent findings, in liaison with the appropriate Trust staff. Be an active member of the Infection Prevention & Control Committee. To represent the Trust in the nursing Infection Prevention & Control specialist field at appropriate professional meetings and conferences, networking with colleagues as appropriate Within the Trust advise the Clinical Service Lines, Clinical Nurse Specialists and other appropriate staff on input into the development/review of guidelines, policies and procedures with regards to Infection Prevention & Control issues. Support the Head Nurse in maintaining the Infection Prevention & Control budget and be conscious of the financial implications of their advice. Audit and Research To assist the Infection Prevention & Control Team to develop and produce the annual Infection Prevention & Control audit program. To undertake proactive programs of infection surveillance and audits of the implementation of and compliance with Infection Prevention & Control policies and guidance. Analyse and disseminate research findings and data and implement relevant findings. Provide relevant information for use by Clinical Service Lines and the Executive Team. Collaborate with the Infection Prevention & Control Team in providing microbiological and epidemiological surveys, and in the organization evaluation studies of new techniques and equipment. To conduct research in close liaison with the Consultant Microbiologists and to act as a nursing research resource to others in matters relating to Infection Prevention & Control. QUALITY To advise the Trust on isolation techniques, correcting hazardous or ineffective procedures and to act in consultation with the Infection Prevention & Control Team and senior medical and nursing staff regarding the need for the transfer of patients to the isolation ward or a side room. Review national and local documents and advise the Trust accordingly on the impact of these on practice. To provide Infection Prevention & Control nursing advice, taking into account national guidance, to all areas within the Trust in order to develop, maintain and improve standards and quality of care for patients and the quality of operational and support services. To liaise with the Occupational Health Department when dealing with advice relating to health and safety of staff and the transmission of infection from staff to patients and other members of the organizations staff and visitors. To support the investigation and management of outbreaks of infection. To act as specialist advisor to the health care teams in the Trust in matters of Infection Prevention & Control. Evaluate new techniques and equipment concerning Infection Prevention & Control procedures and practices. Training and Education Support the Head Nurse to ensure that infection prevention and control programmes of continuous education are provided in line with the needs of the Trust and current national legislation. Provide training and information to staff formally and informally on effective measures to control infection, in conjunction with the Trust training & education team. Update on policies, feedback of audit results and examples of good practice for all health workers within the trust. Ensure that relevant health promotion information to patients relatives and health care professional is available, regularly reviewed and updated. Professional To ensure all professional advice regarding Infection Prevention & Control is provided in liaison with the senior IPC nursing team and DIPC. To assess ones own educational needs in relation to this specialist role and identify and utilize appropriate resources. Maintain active membership of appropriate professional organizations e.g. Infection Prevention Society (IPS). Be responsible for undertaking continuous professional self-development and updating of clinical knowledge and skills. To provide and demonstrate evidence-based practice. Work within the NMC Code at all times. Continuously strive for effective communication within the multi-disciplinary teams of the Trust and patients where appropriate to do so. To act professionally and in accordance with all Trust policies to ensure the promotion of the Trusts reputation at all times.

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We are looking for a driven and knowledgeable Quality Projects and Implementation Manager to join our team on a 12 Month FTC.



Benefits

We have an onsite gym in Bedford, offer discounted PureGym membership, 33days of annual leave including bank holidays as well as
the option to buy more, as well as access to a rewards platform, free flu vaccine, a workplace pension, access to simply health
and other perks. You’ll also have access to My Rewards our benefits platform offering a variety of high street discounts, cashback
and savings.



Purpose of the role

This role will focus on optimising our quality processes and systems, ensuring we meet the ever-evolving demands of the
pharmaceutical industry while maintaining full compliance. Reporting to the Quality Director, you'll work closely with
cross-functional teams to drive operational efficiency and continuous improvement.



Key Responsibilities

* Lead the continued rollout of the Electronic Quality Management System (EQMS), with a focus on modules such as Non-Conformance,
CAPA, Change Control, and Continuous Improvement.
* Oversee client integration processes, ensuring compliance with change control and risk assessments.
* Host and support client audits, providing timely responses to audit reports and maintaining Quality Technical Agreements.
* Collaborate with the Commercial Team to support new business inquiries, ensuring client requirements are fully integrated into
our Quality Management System.
* Build and maintain strong relationships with external client quality teams, delivering clear communication and exceeding client
expectations.

Technical and Behavioural Skills

* Proven ability to work independently and within a team, delivering high performance in a fast-paced, deadline-driven
environment.
* Excellent communication and presentation skills, with confidence in engaging with diverse audiences.
* Strong problem-solving abilities, organisational skills, and proficiency in managing multiple priorities.
* In-depth knowledge of Good Distribution Practices (GDP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and pharmaceutical compliance
standards.
* Experience in pharmaceutical product transportation, storage, and distribution.

Desirable Qualifications:

* RP Gold Standard Training.
* Qualified Lead Auditor certification.
* Experience as a Registered Responsible Person (RP) in the pharmaceutical industry.

This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in shaping the future of our business, as we continuously improve and maintain
the highest standards of quality and compliance. If you have the expertise and drive to make a real impact, we’d love to hear from
you!

Please refer to the attached Job Description and Personal Specification for further information. For further clarification or a discussion about the role, please contact the Data Quality Assurance Manager.

Principle Building Control Surveyor needed in Bedfordshire

The salary is £50,085.00

This is a temporary role

The reference number is: RQ1345525

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate an understanding of Building Control processes and experience working in a building control service.

They will work involves managing a range of building control duties to deal with varied projects in urban and rural locations around the Council area.

We offer a hybrid working environment with a blend of local office hubs, site work and home working. This role will work closely with colleagues, team members, our regulatory partners and our applicants and deals with regulatory compliance, enforcement, and all aspects of Building Regulations.

Due to high volumes of CVs received, we are not able to respond to all unsuccessful applications. You will always however hear from us by phone if we are able to take your CV forward to the next stage.

If you are interested in the role please apply on our website with your CV, alternatively you can email your CV to Kirsty@essentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number.

Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer.

All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared.

You can also follow us at Twitter/Facebook/LinkedIn or via our website

Our Client is looking for a principal building control officer to join them on a short term contract until November 2024. As a principal building control officer you will be responsible to assist the Building Control Manager in the effective management of the Building Control function & contribute towards the objectives of the division, whilst working within a competitive market. And to assist the Building Control Manager with enforcement action to ensure delivery of the Council's obligations under the Building Act & associated legislation.

Key responsibilities:

• To assist the Building Control Manager in running the Building Control section.
• To check applications & work on site and carry out enforcement action where necessary
• To provide technical advice on all matters relating to the Building Control function & associated legislation.
• To check demolition notices, dangerous structures, initial notices & unauthorised works.

You will need:

• Must be registered or pursuing the BSR level 2 or 3 with the Building Safety Regulator - Building Inspector (Domestic only)
• Extensive knowledge of building control regulations & understanding of building operations on all types of buildings within your level of registration.
• Full UK driver's Licence

If you have the skills or would like to know more, please apply now!

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Provider Quality Improvement Officer

Fixed Term, Full Time

£28,689 to £33,752 per annum

Location: Tendring

Working Style: Community-based worker

Interviews: 9th September

Please note that this is a fixed term contract / secondment opportunity until 31st May 2025.

This role will be covering the Mid and North Essex area and you will be required to travel to various locations.

The role is focused on the development and implementation of the council's approach to quality improvement of the adult social care market across Essex. It ensures that the Adult Social Care market adheres to regulatory and contractual requirements and provides a consultancy service to ensure contract management and quality improvement can be delivered.

Providing early identification and intervention to manage risk effectively is key to ensure working systems function effectively; regular auditing of suppliers to ensure a good standard of quality is being met and monitoring improvement work.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for completing comprehensive assessments and production of reports.
• Responsible for providing consultancy services to the Social Care market on how to improve the quality of their services to improve customer outcomes and experiences.
• Working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to maximise potential opportunities for quality improvement; through the development of innovative approaches to service delivery to deliver greater choice to adults.
• Responsible for identifying and challenging care delivery which falls below standards set, providing support to improve the quality-of-service provision.
• Provide expert advice and support to providers during periods of Safeguarding activity.
• Provide reports on expected standards of delivery across Essex to inform and support ECC's safeguarding responsibilities and duty of care.
• Ensure providers are compliant with all external regulation and contractual requirements to achieve required standards and ensure where there are any issues these are addressed in a timely, effective manner.
• Utilise opportunities to identify best practice opportunities to learn lessons from others and build professional knowledge and expertise to maximise the value of relevant networks and influence service improvements through acquired learning.
• Ensure successful delivery of day-to-day activities and develop skills within the quality function.
• Identify patterns and trends in care delivery and share intelligence with People Commissioning to inform shape and influence future thinking and commissioning intent.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Educated to A Level equivalent or equivalent experience with evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience within a social care setting with evidence of ensuring quality of outputs in delivering service.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to develop a rapport and engage with diverse groups of individuals along with the ability to develop good business relationships and influence others in presenting compelling arguments for change or improvement.
• Evidence a good understanding of quality standards, analysis, organisational development, and demonstrable practical application of these.

To read more about us please visit: Adult Social Care

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

What you should do next

If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the Working for Essex website.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community

If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email ami.fosker@essex.gov.uk

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Further details can be found on our careers page.

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Provider Quality Improvement Officer

Fixed Term, Full Time

£28,689 to £33,752 per annum

Location: Tendring

Working Style: Community-based worker

Interviews: 9th September

Please note that this is a fixed term contract / secondment opportunity until 31st May 2025.

This role will be covering the Mid and North Essex area and you will be required to travel to various locations.

The role is focused on the development and implementation of the council's approach to quality improvement of the adult social care market across Essex. It ensures that the Adult Social Care market adheres to regulatory and contractual requirements and provides a consultancy service to ensure contract management and quality improvement can be delivered.

Providing early identification and intervention to manage risk effectively is key to ensure working systems function effectively; regular auditing of suppliers to ensure a good standard of quality is being met and monitoring improvement work.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for completing comprehensive assessments and production of reports.
• Responsible for providing consultancy services to the Social Care market on how to improve the quality of their services to improve customer outcomes and experiences.
• Working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to maximise potential opportunities for quality improvement; through the development of innovative approaches to service delivery to deliver greater choice to adults.
• Responsible for identifying and challenging care delivery which falls below standards set, providing support to improve the quality-of-service provision.
• Provide expert advice and support to providers during periods of Safeguarding activity.
• Provide reports on expected standards of delivery across Essex to inform and support ECC's safeguarding responsibilities and duty of care.
• Ensure providers are compliant with all external regulation and contractual requirements to achieve required standards and ensure where there are any issues these are addressed in a timely, effective manner.
• Utilise opportunities to identify best practice opportunities to learn lessons from others and build professional knowledge and expertise to maximise the value of relevant networks and influence service improvements through acquired learning.
• Ensure successful delivery of day-to-day activities and develop skills within the quality function.
• Identify patterns and trends in care delivery and share intelligence with People Commissioning to inform shape and influence future thinking and commissioning intent.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Educated to A Level equivalent or equivalent experience with evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience within a social care setting with evidence of ensuring quality of outputs in delivering service.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to develop a rapport and engage with diverse groups of individuals along with the ability to develop good business relationships and influence others in presenting compelling arguments for change or improvement.
• Evidence a good understanding of quality standards, analysis, organisational development, and demonstrable practical application of these.

To read more about us please visit: Adult Social Care

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

What you should do next

If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the Working for Essex website.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community

If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email ami.fosker@essex.gov.uk

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Further details can be found on our careers page.

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Provider Quality Improvement Officer North Essex

Fixed Term, Full Time

£28,689 to £33,752 per annum

Location: Tendring

Working Style: Community-based worker

Interviews: 9th September

Please note that this is a fixed term contract / secondment opportunity until 31st March 2025.

This role will be covering the North Essex area and you will be required to travel to various locations.

The role is focused on the development and implementation of the council's approach to quality improvement of the adult social care market across Essex. It ensures that the Adult Social Care market adheres to regulatory and contractual requirements and provides a consultancy service to ensure contract management and quality improvement can be delivered.

Providing early identification and intervention to manage risk effectively is key to ensure working systems function effectively; regular auditing of suppliers to ensure a good standard of quality is being met and monitoring improvement work.

Accountabilities:

• Responsible for completing comprehensive assessments and production of reports.
• Responsible for providing consultancy services to the Social Care market on how to improve the quality of their services to improve customer outcomes and experiences.
• Working collaboratively with partners and stakeholders to maximise potential opportunities for quality improvement; through the development of innovative approaches to service delivery to deliver greater choice to adults.
• Responsible for identifying and challenging care delivery which falls below standards set, providing support to improve the quality-of-service provision.
• Provide expert advice and support to providers during periods of Safeguarding activity.
• Provide reports on expected standards of delivery across Essex to inform and support ECC's safeguarding responsibilities and duty of care.
• Ensure providers are compliant with all external regulation and contractual requirements to achieve required standards and ensure where there are any issues these are addressed in a timely, effective manner.
• Utilise opportunities to identify best practice opportunities to learn lessons from others and build professional knowledge and expertise to maximise the value of relevant networks and influence service improvements through acquired learning.
• Ensure successful delivery of day-to-day activities and develop skills within the quality function.
• Identify patterns and trends in care delivery and share intelligence with People Commissioning to inform shape and influence future thinking and commissioning intent.

Skills, Knowledge, and Experience

• Educated to A Level equivalent or equivalent experience with evidence of continuing professional development.
• Experience within a social care setting with evidence of ensuring quality of outputs in delivering service.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to develop a rapport and engage with diverse groups of individuals along with the ability to develop good business relationships and influence others in presenting compelling arguments for change or improvement.
• Evidence a good understanding of quality standards, analysis, organisational development, and demonstrable practical application of these.

To read more about us please visit: Adult Social Care

Please note that the job role requires you to be mobile throughout an operational area. Therefore, the post holder will need to have a driving licence and access to a vehicle, or the ability to meet the mobility requirements of the role through other means.

Why Essex? Essex County Council has a location to be proud of. Our 1,300 square miles stretch from Constable Country to the Thames Estuary, from the dynamic M11 corridor to the traditional seaside resorts of Clacton and Walton. England's oldest town, Colchester, and two of its newest - Basildon and Harlow - are right here. Along with the City of Chelmsford, the county town, they form our major population centres. It means real choice and makes Essex the ideal place for your career. Read more about us.

Essex County Council is proud to be a Disability Confident Leader. We're committed to interview all disabled applicants who choose to apply under our Job Interview Scheme if they meet the minimum requirements of the job. Please speak to our Recruiters if you require any reasonable adjustments during the process.

We're also committed to interview all veterans and care leavers, who meet the minimum requirements of the role for which they are applying.

What you should do next

If you are interested in finding out more about this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply via the Working for Essex website.

As part of employment with Essex County Council (ECC) should your role require a DBS check you will be required to register with the DBS update service. The DBS update service ensures all registered DBS certificates are kept up to date and allows authorised parties to view the status of your certificate. This is an annual subscription, and you will be responsible for ensuring this is maintained. For further information on the DBS update service please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-update-service

Essex County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

If you would like to be kept up to date on other relevant opportunities, blogs, news, events and industry related news at Essex County Council, please join The Essex Talent Community

If you have queries on this role or require anything further, please email ami.fosker@essex.gov.uk

Follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn. Further details can be found on our careers page.

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The Job Description and Person Specification are attached to this job, please review for the full details and responsibilities. To provide expert knowledge of IQIP requirements. To collate required performance and quality information in a timely manner. To collate defined audit reports in collaboration with Head of Audiology. Provide administrative support to Audiology Leads for IQIPS-associated tasks, as well as administrative support related to any other improvement projects. Develop and maintain a system to record, monitor and track project progress and the related activities and actions within the department.