Quality & Governance Manager
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 16 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £54,416.00 i £64,485.00 bob blwyddyn |
| Gwybodaeth ychwanegol am y cyflog: | £54416.00 - £64485.00 a year |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 30 Gorffennaf 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Manchester, M13 9WL |
| Cwmni: | NHS Jobs |
| Math o swydd: | Cytundeb |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | K9919-25-0279 |
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Your key responsibilities will include to: Influence long term decision making, planning and project management in governance related areas within the MMMP and advise on governance issues Maintain close links between quality and governance arrangements, including supporting adverse incident investigation and management Implement quality improvements within UKHSA Manchester regional laboratories/MMMP as appropriate, involving the development of new protocols and procedures Produce assurance reports at regular intervals Support the Laboratory Quality Leads and Laboratory Equipment Officer Support laboratory staff to perform governance activities and monitor their effectiveness; review current Q&G reports Support the effective governance of the MMMP and ensure that this is consistent with UKHSA and MFT governance Influence governance management decisions Champion Change Control throughout the MMMP Provide expertise and practical support for preparation for, and organisation of, inspections by third party assessors, such as UKAS and certification bodies, commercial organisations, or research councils and to progress issues arising from these assessments and inspections Plan and carry out internal quality audits against ISO 15189 and any other relevant standards in accordance with approved audit plans. Prepare reports of audits and to communicate findings of audits to staff as appropriate. Drive quality issues arising from audits and to assist the laboratory staff to resolve these in a timely fashion Prepare and review international documents for accreditation and certification Troubleshoot and advise upon problems resulting from audits and interpretation of quality data The duties/responsibilities listed above describe the post as it is at present and is not intended to be exhaustive. The Job holder is expected to accept reasonable alterations and additional tasks of a similar level that may be necessary. Essential criteria Science degree or equivalent in microbiology or a related pathology discipline and HCPC registration MSc in Biomedical Science/Microbiology/Biological Sciences or demonstrable equivalent experiential learning gained in a medical laboratory environment Quality management qualification Evidence of continuing professional development Substantial laboratory experience working in an accredited medical laboratory Experience in managing quality in an accredited laboratory Experience in applying a range of standards, regulations and guidelines applicable to clinical laboratories Understanding of governance principles and procedures Understanding and experience of change management Experience managing a team of staff as well as projects Wide experience of common office software applications, using and setting up databases Excellent verbal and written communication, data analysis and statistical skills Experience of attending management meetings and presenting information to management Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team Excellent interpersonal, negotiating and organisational skills, self-motivated, analytical and adaptable An understanding of and commitment to equality of opportunity and good working relationships. Selection process details This vacancy will be assessed using a competency-based framework which will assess your knowledge and experience, and/or skills and abilities outlined in the essential criteria. You will be required to complete an application form. You will be assessed on the 16 essential criteria listed, and this will be in the form of a: Application form (Employer/ Activity history section on the application) 1500-word Supporting Statement This should outline how you consider your skills, experience, and knowledge, provide evidence of your suitability for the role, with reference to the essential criteria. The Application form and supporting statement will be marked together. Longlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will longlist into 3 piles of: Meets all essentialcriteria Meets some essential criteria Meets no essential criteria Piles Meets all essentialcriteriawill be moved through to the shortlisting stage. Shortlisting: In the event of a large number of applications we will shortlist on: Science degree or equivalent in microbiology or a related pathology discipline and HCPC registration Please do not exceed 1500 words. We will not consider any words over and above this number. If you are successful at this stage, you will progress to an interview. Unfortunately, late applications will not be considered. Please note you will not be able to upload your CV. You must complete the application form in as much detail as possible. Please do not email us your CV. Feedback will not be provided at this stage. Stage 2: Interview (competency based) You will be invited to a (single) face to face interview. In exceptional circumstances, we may be able to offer a remote interview. Knowledge, experience, skills & abilities will be tested at interview. Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Location This role is being offered as office/lab based at our site in Manchester. If based at one of our labs you will be required to have a minimum of a Counter Terrorism Check security vetting check as a minimum. For meaningful National Security Vetting checks to be carried out individuals need to have lived in the UK for a sufficient period of time. You should normally have been resident in the United Kingdom for the last 3 years as the role requires Counter Terrorism Check (CTC) clearance. In exceptional circumstances UK residency less than the outlined periods may not necessarily bar you from gaining national security vetting and applicants should contact the Vacancy Holder/Recruiting Manager listed in the advert for further advice. Eligibility Criteria Open to all external applicants (anyone) from outside the Civil Service (including by definition internal applicants). Security Clearance Level Requirement Successful candidates must pass a disclosure and barring security check.