Quality Manager | East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust
| Posting date: | 14 May 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | £57,528 - £64,750 per annum, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 13 June 2026 |
| Location: | Eastbourne, BN21 2UD |
| Company: | ESHT |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 7949499/374-ED2051 |
Summary
Quality Manager
We are looking for an experienced and motivated Quality Managerto lead the Quality Management System across our Pathology service. This is a key leadership role ensuring our laboratories meet ISO 15189 and all regulatory, accreditation and governance requirements.
Main Responsibilities
• Manage and develop the Pathology Quality Management System.
• Lead the department through UKAS, HTA, MHRA and other inspections.
• Oversee risk management, incident processes and internal audit programmes.
• Support continuous improvement through KPI monitoring and data analysis.
• Line manage the Quality & Business Officers and provide expert guidance to clinical and managerial teams.
• Deliver QMS-related training and ensure documentation is controlled and up to date.
About You
• Relevant degree and qualification/experience in Quality Management.
• Experience with ISO standards and quality systems (ideally ISO 15189).
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to analyse data, manage competing priorities and drive improvement.
• NHS or healthcare experience is desirable.
A wide range of staff benefits are available to our staff including staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto-enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to onsite nurseries. staff restaurants and accommodation.
In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. Onsite parking is available from only £50 a year.
There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, submit your application today.
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Please refer to the job description attached.
If you have any questions about this position please do not hesitate to contact us.
This advert closes on Thursday 28 May 2026
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