Quality & Governance Director – Health

JOB TITLE: Quality & Governance Director – Health

HOURS: Full-time, flexible

LOCATION: Remote with travel across England and Wales

SALARY: From £90,000 (depending on experience)

BENEFITS/BONUS:

• Enhanced holiday
• Car allowance £3,600 per year + mileage reimbursement
• Flexible working arrangements
• NEST pension scheme, life assurance, and enhanced pay scales based on experience and qualifications.
• Access to employee assistance programmes.
• Fully funded training, qualifications, and induction programs.
• Voluntary benefits, including shopping discounts at various retailers, cinemas, and restaurants.

COMPANY:
Compass Associates We are partnering with a leading national provider of specialist health and adult social care services. The organisation delivers high-quality, person-centred support across a range of areas, including ADHD assessment and treatment, autism services, speech and language therapy, and adult social care for individuals with complex needs. Their adult social care provision includes services for those with mental health conditions, learning disabilities, and complex needs, all designed to support independence, wellbeing, and quality of life.

The organisation is committed to regulatory excellence, continuous improvement, and evidence-based practice, operating across multiple sites nationally. With a strong focus on delivering outstanding outcomes for both children and adults, the provider maintains a culture of learning, innovation, and collaboration while adhering to the highest standards of quality, safety, and governance.

ROLE:
We are seeking a Quality & Governance Director to lead, develop, and oversee all quality, safety, and governance activities across the adult health services. Reporting to the Group Quality Director, you will:

• Develop and implement Governance Policy, Quality Strategy, Quality Plan, and supporting procedures.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (CQC, HIW) and internal policies.
• Oversee incident reporting, audits, risk management, and quality improvement initiatives.
• Monitor and analyse performance metrics, patient feedback, and national benchmarking data.
• Lead and support teams, providing guidance on quality and governance initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement, learning, and operational excellence across services.
• Manage serious complaints and safeguarding matters, ensuring lessons are learned.
• Travel as required to support and oversee health services across the UK.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS:

• Third-level qualification in a relevant healthcare discipline (RGN/RMN, Allied Health Professional) or equivalent senior quality experience.
• Minimum 3 years’ senior management experience in a regulated, multi-site healthcare environment.
• Proven experience with operational governance, inspections, audits, and quality improvement programmes, preferably including CQC compliance.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and communication skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and committed to delivering high-quality, patient-centred care.
• Driving license and ability to travel throughout the UK.

CONTACT DETAILS:
If you would like to be considered for this exciting opportunity, please contact Ashley Collishaw directly on 0161 527 9631. Alternatively, email an updated CV to [email protected]

RECOMMENDATIONS:
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