The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Quality Governance and Assurance Facilitator

The closing date is 10 October 2025

Job summary

There is an exciting opportunity to join the Quality Governance and Assurance team in a senior role. The Quality Governance and Assurance Facilitator will be part of the corporate team supporting the Quality Governance and Assurance Unit to ensure that Clinical Governance processes and activities are embedded and assured by:Implementing, embedding and working within requirements set out in the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework (PSIRF). Co-ordinating a Risk assessed approach in responding to patient safety incidents in accordance with the Patient Safety Incident Response Plan (PSIRP).The role will require you to provide guidance and support to others responding to patient safety events through the application of appropriate responses, i.e. After Action Review, Thematic Analysis, Clinical Reviews, Formal Patient Safety Incident Investigations including Never Events, etc. This may include producing reports and actions plans with the Care Groups.This is an essential role in supporting the Trusts commitment in its journey to a CQC Good rating.

Main duties of the job

To support and lead on key pieces of work in relation to the patient safety, quality and assurance agenda. This will also require you to work on the continuous improvement and embedding of the Patient Safety Incident Response Framework.The role will require you to provide guidance and support to others responding to patient safety events through the application of appropriate responses, i.e. After Action Review, Thematic Analysis, Clinical Reviews, Formal Patient Safety Incident Investigations including Never Events, etc. This may include producing reports and actions plans with the Care Groups. Instil across the organisation a systems thinking approach through a response to incidents that use the SEIPS Model, considers Human Factors and contributes to Quality Improvement through the application of QISR methodology. The post holder will promote a positive patient safety culture and work with the care groups across the Trust to support shared learning and develop proactive safety initiatives.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

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Date posted

30 September 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 7

Salary

£47,810 to £54,710 a year pro rata per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-06-020

Job locations

Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

120 Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2TY

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

NMC PIN / HCPC Registration number

Experience

Essential

Experience of reporting and data analysis
Working as part of a team

Desirable

Experience of working with reporting tools
and KPI reports
Producing and summarising reports using
MS Excel
Working with external stakeholders
Recruitment and selection experience
Presenting complex information to large
groups
Using interactive reporting tools

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and experience that can translate
into the field of patient safety and
governance acquired through training and /
or experience.
A willingness to work towards
increasing knowledge
Experience of teaching and supporting
learners/new staff
Knowledge of national policies and
legislation relating to patient safety
Demonstrates knowledge, skills and attitude
consistent with maintaining high standards
and Quality care at all times
Experience of applying policies and protocols
to improve practice

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Nurse, Allied Healthcare
Professional or equivalent Registered
Professional Qualification.
Degree level or evidence of working towards
Evidence of continuous professional
development - learning beyond registration
Evidence of post registration experience in
an acute or community environment
Patient Safety Investigation training (HSIB or
equivalent)
Post registration experience

Desirable

Registered teaching qualification, e.g. PGCE
or equivalent/mentorship qualification

Person Specification

Registration

Essential

NMC PIN / HCPC Registration number

Experience

Essential

Experience of reporting and data analysis
Working as part of a team

Desirable

Experience of working with reporting tools
and KPI reports
Producing and summarising reports using
MS Excel
Working with external stakeholders
Recruitment and selection experience
Presenting complex information to large
groups
Using interactive reporting tools

Knowledge

Essential

Knowledge and experience that can translate
into the field of patient safety and
governance acquired through training and /
or experience.
A willingness to work towards
increasing knowledge
Experience of teaching and supporting
learners/new staff
Knowledge of national policies and
legislation relating to patient safety
Demonstrates knowledge, skills and attitude
consistent with maintaining high standards
and Quality care at all times
Experience of applying policies and protocols
to improve practice

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Nurse, Allied Healthcare
Professional or equivalent Registered
Professional Qualification.
Degree level or evidence of working towards
Evidence of continuous professional
development - learning beyond registration
Evidence of post registration experience in
an acute or community environment
Patient Safety Investigation training (HSIB or
equivalent)
Post registration experience

Desirable

Registered teaching qualification, e.g. PGCE
or equivalent/mentorship qualification

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.