Total 7 Manager level Quality Assurance / Control job vacancies in Nottingham, ng1 4db

Co-ordinates spread and sustainability of Trust wide and staff-led quality improvement priorities as a key way of working across the Trust. Continuously improve and drive the Service User QI Participation strategy and approach within the Care Groups Prioritises the need for all leaders to understand how improvement works and plays an active role in its adoption and success. Drives transformational change by creating a culture that fosters innovation and change at a team, Care Unit, Care Group and organisational level. Ensures there is effective governance, oversight and assurance around the Care Groups strategic quality improvement portfolio, including undertaking periodic reviews to maintain its effectiveness, affordability and achievability. To be responsible for the delivery of quality improvement collaborative plans and progress reports, informed by robust monitoring of milestones that demonstrate direct and indirect, qualitative and quantitative outcomes resulting from their adoption. Provide expert content knowledge about all aspects of continuous quality improvement and is able to act as an approachable source of knowledge to all staff. Lead on the preparation of papers on key strategic QI projects/collaboratives and present to relevant stakeholders. Have the ability to teach improvement science, quality improvement concepts, tools and techniques. Communicate complex information and develop relationships with all levels of clinical and non-clinical staff and also external organisations. Manage complex, sensitive and contentious information appropriately. Look for opportunities to develop all areas of work in line with a culture of continuous quality improvement. Understand and exploit opportunities to push the quality agenda of the organisation at all opportunities. Understand the wider quality agenda and exploit linkages between the different projects and colleagues involved in them. Coach and articulate to others the use of various improvement methods. Provide teaching of highly complex improvement methodology including topics including, but not limited to, LoPK, Theory of Constraints, Patient Safety, Psychology of Change, Psychological Safety, Improvement Kata, IHI White Papers, requiring use of skills developed to a high level through specific improvement science training or equivalent relevant experience. Providing often contentious data to clinical teams to whom the data pertains, where there are significant barriers to acceptance which need to be overcome using the highest level of interpersonal and communication skills, such as would be required when communicating in a hostile, antagonistic or highly emotive atmosphere. Presenting to large groups of staff (can be 100+), both internally and externally. Able to present NHCs Quality Safety & Patient Experience Strategy, including the Quality Improvement Strategy as well as articulate wider work going on in the organisation outside of quality improvement. Work with Very Senior Managers and the Associate Director of Quality Improvement on the design and implementation of agreed improvement programmes. Foster a culture of innovative practice through active communication and engagement with a range of individuals and groups across the Trust. Provide a link between identified national innovations, the best available clinical and scientific research in best practice and the individuals, teams and Care Units within the Care Groups.

We are looking for an experienced compliance professional to join our Estates and Facilities team. Reporting to the Head of Compliance Services you will be responsible for driving continuous improvement and best practice in contractor management and CDM15 compliance. You will manage and monitor existing safe systems of work such as permits. You will identify areas for development, supporting teams across Estates and promoting a positive safety culture for our staff and contractors.

To be successful, you are professionally qualified e.g. HND or relevant degree, or equivalent level 6 H&S qualification such as NEBOSH Diploma, plus you can demonstrate experience in similar or related roles. It is also essential that you have knowledge and experience of CDM15 and its application in a large organisation.

The Estates and Facilities Department provides strategic and operational services support to the University infrastructure, buildings, and landholdings. We are a large and diverse department employing approximately 1300 people and provide a wide range of services across our UK sites.

The University of Nottingham is a pioneering institution providing an exceptional research-led education and an outstanding experience for 46,000 students from more than 150 countries. Built on the ethos that education can unlock potential and transform lives, we feature in the top 20 of all three major UK university rankings, and our graduates are among the most sought-after in the UK.

At the university, we are committed to providing competitive employment packages whilst supporting the well-being of our staff to help them reach their full potential. We strive to provide a range of benefits and rewards, including leading fitness and health facilities, staff discounts and travel schemes. We also offer an excellent holiday allowance of 30 days, plus additional university closure days and bank holidays. To learn more about what we offer, visit the benefits site.

Further information on the responsibilities and experience required for the post can be found on the attached job role profile.

The post is offered on a permanent contract. Hours of work are full time, 36.25 hours per week worked mainly Monday to Friday.

Informal enquiries may be addressed to David Butler, email dave.butler@nottingham.ac.uk. Please note that applications sent directly to this email address will not be accepted.

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Duties include:
• Briefing and debriefing of drivers
• Printing and supply of run sheets, with resultant planning and communication of suitable working hours for drivers
• Route and hours planning to cover additional requirements
• Maintaining consumable supplies in consultation with Whistl and distributing in line with customer requirement
• Investigating, reporting and resolving quality issues with driver performance
• Checking fleet for damage and taking appropriate action to resolve vehicle defects
• Ensuring fleet remains clean, presentable and safe


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• Capability to take responsibility for direct supervision of a small team
• Working knowledge of vehicle maintenance
• Basic working ability in the use of MS Outlook
• Awareness of Health and Safety good practice
• Proactively seeks to identify opportunities for continuous process improvement


Ongoing work

Working Pattern: Mon – Fri
Shifts: 09:00 – 17:30, 10:30 – 19:30, 11:30 – 20:00


Paying £11.78 per hour.

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Do you enjoy working collaboratively with different business areas?

Do you have a knowledge of VAT and the reporting requirements surrounding this?

If so, we'd love to hear from you!

The purpose of the Financial Control Manager is to effectively support the management of business relationships between DVSA and its stakeholders, delivering a quality, effective and efficient service, achieved by proficient use of the finance systems.

You will be required to manage a team responsible for a financial control function of the organisation leading by example and providing support to staff in delivering the required outcomes of the organisation. The functions are delivered in partnership with our outsourced shared services provider. As part of this, identify and build efficiencies in processes with a view to automate, simplify and standardise wherever possible.

A part of this role will be stakeholder engagement including engaging with project teams to scope out any new business system specifications, then to support in the development, testing and implementation of the new service. There will be a need to challenge project teams where requirements are not being met and negotiate solutions as well as to escalate significant issues.

As a member of the Financial Control team, you may participate across the full breadth of the team’s remit, acting as a SME or managing BAU activities.

The 4 main areas are Tax compliance and Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Cash and Banking, Accounts Payable.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Building and maintaining excellent working relationships with key stakeholders such as customers, shared services and DVSA managers in the delivery of a quality and consistent Financial Control service
• Providing expert advice and guidance on complex VAT issues across the agency
• VAT compliance
• VAT returns
• Manage team responsible for Travel Services including Corporate travel booking and Corporate procurement cards.
• General ledger account reconciliations
• Developing and maintaining databases to mitigate reporting gaps and support maintenance activity

Please see the Candidate Pack attached to this job advert for more information about the role and responsibilities.

Job Description JOB TITLE: Independent Maternity Review (IMR) Response Quality Manager DIVISION: Corporate - Nursing and Midwifery GRADE: AfC 8a REPORTS TO: IMR Response Quality Director ACCOUNTABLE TO: IMR Response Quality Lead VALUES AND BEHAVIOURS ABOUT NUH JOB SUMMARY and PURPOSE The post holder will support the Quality Lead for the Independent Maternity Review (IMR) leading across all areas of work which are generated through the IRM teams, both external and internal. In addition the post holder will ensure that actions deriving from the IMR are progressed, liaising with key leaders to ensure timely completion. The post holder will work across and support areas all activities within the internal IMR team and all specialities in scope of the review. The post holder will: Provide support to the IMR Quality Lead and core IMR team across the quality agenda for the IMR response Work collaboratively with the clinical and specialist teams that provide information to support the IMR response. Support and develop a culture of informed questioning, trend analysis triangulation, challenge and assurance in a just, restorative and positive way in all aspects of the role. Work with the IMR Quality Lead, Midwifery and Neonatal Leads to identify and share any emergent themes and learning with the directorate and the Family Health Division leadership team Support with any action planning required from the emerging themes and learning Act as a self-relating practitioner who horizon scans to ensure the IRM response and activities remain in line with current best practice KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Operational Responsibilities Support the development and delivery of the IMR Response Team programme of work/plan in line with local and statutory requirements. Lead on the collation of documents / evidence needed for the IMR in relation to quality Support with delivery of any actions identified to improve outcomes in relation to women, birthing people and families Contribute to internal and external Trust publications as required in relation to the IMR Respond to internal and external requests for information relating to the IMR Monitor the implementation and progress of systems in place to respond effectively and deliver the requirements of the IMR escalating as appropriate areas of concern Prepare and present data and reports for relevant groups and committees as directed by the IMR Quality Lead Interpret complex information to identify key themes, trends and hotspots Collate and analyse quantitative and qualitative information to support the implementation of good practice and quality improvements. Support in the identification of areas of risk and the development of actions to reduce/mitigate against the risk occurring or re-occurring. Support the effective implementation of a comprehensive and systematic approach to the quality portfolio of IMR activates Work in collaboration with colleagues, providing expertise to contribute to a whole pathway approach to IMR activities Support and promote a positive culture of quality and service improvement. Develop and maintain links with stakeholders, external agencies, and third sector parties to ensure their participation and contribution to delivery of the IMR programme Proactively identify innovative ways to improve the IMR response, efficacy and efficiency Effectively communicate complex, sensitive, and contentious information. Use tested and credible tools and techniques to undertake any evaluation and analysis required within the programme Assist with problem-solving to find and address issues or concerns Use critical evaluation and problem-solving skills to respond to changing priorities and to make improvements as required Support with developing appropriate reporting and information sharing systems to facilitate effective working practices for new end to end processes. Support the development of business cases if required. Contribute to ensuring that the quality programme outputs are of a high quality and on time. Work independently based on an agreed work plan, setting own priorities and standards, working cooperatively to achieve the programme objectives related to quality and improvement. Facilitate an inclusive culture and ethos at all times working with colleagues internally and externally to the organisation. GENERAL DUTIES In addition to the key job responsibilities detailed in this job description all employees at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust are expected to comply with the general duties detailed below: Infection Control To maintain a clean, safe environment, ensuring adherence to the Trusts standards of cleanliness, hygiene and infection control. For senior/clinical managers the following statement must also be included The post holder is accountable for minimising the risks of infections and for the implementation of the Code of Practice for the Prevention and Control of Healthcare Associated Infections as outlined in the Health Act 2006. This includes receiving assurance of risk and embedding evidence based practice into daily routines of all staff. Safeguarding children, young people and vulnerable adults Nottingham University Hospitals is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All staff and volunteers are therefore expected to behave in such a way that supports this commitment. Information Governance All staff have an individual responsibility for creating accurate records of their work and for making entries into and managing all NHS records effectively in line with the Health Record Keeping Policy and other Health Records and Corporate Records Management policies and procedures in order to meet the Trusts legal, regulatory and accountability requirements. Health and Safety To take reasonable care to prevent injury to themselves or others who may be affected by their acts or omissions. To co-operate fully in discharging the Trust policies and procedures with regard to health and safety matters. To immediately report to their manager any shortcomings in health and safety procedures and practice. To report any accidents or dangerous incidents to their immediate manager and safety representative as early as possible and submit a completed accident/incident form. To use protective clothing and equipment where provided. Whilst the aim of the Trust is to promote a co-operative and constructive view of health and safety concerns in the organisation, all staff must be aware that a wilful or irresponsible disregard for safety matters may give rise to disciplinary proceedings. Governance To actively participate in governance activities to ensure that the highest standards of care and business conduct are achieved. Health and Wellbeing Employees are expected to take all reasonable steps to look after both their physical health and mental health. To support employees to achieve this NUH offers a wide range of health and wellbeing activities and interventions. The full programme can be viewed at on the staff intranet. Line managers are expected to encourage and support staff to look after their health and wellbeing, including the release of staff to attend health and wellbeing activities and interventions. General Policies Procedures and Practices To comply with all Trust policies, procedures and practices and to be responsible for keeping up to date with any changes to these. WORKING CONDITIONS Describe the post holders normal working conditions (such as exposures to hazards, requirement for physical effort etc). JOB REVISION This job description should be regarded as a guide to the duties required and is not definitive or restrictive in any way. The duties of the post may be varied from time to time in response to changing circumstances. This job description does not form part of the contract of employment. SERVICE REVIEW A strategic review of all Trust services is taking place, as a result of which some services, or parts of some services, may transfer from one campus to the other. This will be decided in accordance with the most appropriate way to provide the best healthcare for patients in the future and all staff will be fully consulted on about the impact of any such decisions. Job description reviewed by: Sally Seeley Date: 11.04.2024

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Reporting directly to the MD, responsibilities for the role will include:

• Ownership of the HACCP team and manuals
•Development of the site technical team, delivering regular quality meetings
• Ensuring that all products manufactured are within specification and meet customer requirements, driving compliance and continuous improvement
• Ensuring all site standards meet the current BRC Global Standard and customer technical requirements
• Auditing all process records for compliance and reporting on performance
• Agreeing achievable quality standards with the customer and ensuring they are maintained on an ongoing basis
• Ensuring site hygiene standards are met and hygiene audits carried out
• Supporting the stock controller in ensuring the technical integrity of the procurement process
• Monitoring and auditing the effectiveness of corrective procedures relating to customer complaints
• Advising, co-ordinating and preparing for third party audits
• Completing all customer compliance system requirements


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• Factory based Quality Management experience in a Food Manufacturer. A minimum of five years' experience in a similar role
• Absolute passion for food safety, legality and quality.
• In depth working knowledge of food safety systems, HACCP, COSHH and relevant food legislation
• Experience mentoring and training Quality and Production Teams in all aspects of technical standards
• Experience, knowledge and a track record of managing teams
• A high level of flexibility and the ability to problem solve in a fast-paced environment
• BRC and Major Retailer audit experience
• Strong communication skills, liaising with internal and external contacts
• HACCP systems knowledge
• Experience advising on quality issues, raising non-conformances, completing Root Cause Analysis, and implementing corrective actions

Ongoing position!

Working Monday to Friday completing 40 hours per week.

The salary for this site-based role is £25,000 - £30,000 per annum and working hours are Monday to Friday within office hours, with flexibility to meet the needs of the business. + 28 days holiday per year pro rata.

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