Job summary
We are seeking a skilled and compassionate individual to join the new NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service (London) in the role of Clinical Quality Lead.
Clinical audit is a quality improvement cycle that involves measurement of effectiveness of healthcare against agreed and proven standards for high quality and taking action to bring practice in line with these standards so as to improve the quality of care and health outcomes." (Health Care Quality Improvement Partnership [HQIP] Best Practice for Clinical Audit 2011)
Clinical outcomes are measurable changes in health, function or quality of life that result from our care. Constant review of our clinical outcomes establishes standards against which to continuously improve all aspects of our practice.
The key function of the role is to ensure that there is oversight of key pathways and process to ensure children and young people receive high quality person-centred care in line with national and local requirements.
Main duties of the job
A new clinical pathway has been developed, based on the recommendations of The Cass Review Interim Report, the NHS England interim service specification, and the expertise of many clinicians from across the Northern and Southern Hubs. The service will be delivered by a wide multi-disciplinary team including paediatricians, mental health practitioners, youth workers, nurses, speech and language therapists and occupational therapists. Who patients see will be dependent on the support and care they need.
Children and young people will receive an in-depth assessment of their needs,and a care plan will be developed with them and, if needed, those supporting them. Children and young people may be offered a range of care interventions such astherapy, family therapy,physical healthsupport, or mental health supportfor any identified difficulties they may want help with. Theteam will also liaise with health professionals in local services nearer to the child or young person.
It is expected that the NHS Children and Young People's Gender Service will continue to change and evolve as more learning, research and evidence is developed in this area, and therefore we would encourage applications from individuals with a passion for service improvement, audit and research.
About us
GOSH is committed to recruiting the best person for the job, based solely on their ability and individual merit as measured against the criteria for the role; through a process that is fair, open, consistent and free from bias and discrimination.
We are committed to being a diverse and inclusive employer and foster a culture where all staff are valued, respected and acknowledged. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, age, disability status or length of time spent unemployed.
We particularly welcome applications from BAME communities, people with disabilities and/or long-term health conditions and LGBT+ community members.
We have policies and procedures in place to ensure that all applicants and employees are treated fairly and consistently. We are proud to be accredited as a Disability Confident Employer, a member of Business Disability Forum and a Stonewall Diversity Champion.
We have active and Executive supported BAME, LGBT+ and Allies, Disability and Long-Term Health Conditions and Women's staff networks. Staff networks are employee-led groups formed around interests, issues and a common bond or background. Staff network members create a positive and inclusive work environment at Great Ormond Street Hospital by actively contributing to the Trust's mission, values and efforts specific to inclusion. All of our staff networks are open to any employee.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Following the recommendations of The Cass Review Interim Report, two new nationally networked services led by specialist childrens tertiary care providers are being established. The Southern Hub, based in London, is delivered by a partnership of Evelina London Childrens Hospital (part of Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust), Great Ormond Street Hospital and the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust.
The Northern Hub is delivered by a partnershipof Alder Hey Childrens NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Manchester Childrens Hospital (part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust). This role is based in the Southern Hub.
We are committed to promoting an environment that embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We would like all our families and staff to feel valued and respected because we try to understand and provide for their individual needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Following the recommendations of The Cass Review Interim Report, two new nationally networked services led by specialist childrens tertiary care providers are being established. The Southern Hub, based in London, is delivered by a partnership of Evelina London Childrens Hospital (part of Guys and St Thomas NHS Foundation Trust), Great Ormond Street Hospital and the South London and Maudsley NHS Foundation Trust.
The Northern Hub is delivered by a partnershipof Alder Hey Childrens NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Manchester Childrens Hospital (part of Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust). This role is based in the Southern Hub.
We are committed to promoting an environment that embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. We would like all our families and staff to feel valued and respected because we try to understand and provide for their individual needs.
Person Specification
Culture and Values
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- First degree
- Recognised qualification in Quality Improvement and Clinical Audit or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Masters level 'health-care related' degree or equivalent experience
- Prince 2 Practitioner or similar Project Methodology experience
- Clinical qualification or management qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of audit and effectiveness
- Good understanding of NHS policy and legislation
- Experience and knowledge of questionnaire and survey methodology
- Experience in a clinical audit/effectiveness role in a healthcare environment
- Expert knowledge of clinical audit/clinical outcomes
- Knowledge of broader Clinical Governance/Quality framework and the role of Clinical Audit in providing quality governance
Desirable
- Statistical knowledge
- Experience of working in a sensitive environment
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Recognises the importance and associated risk dealing with data; plans, collects, analyses and interprets complex data using a variety of techniques
- Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to rapidly build credibility with all levels in the Trust, including senior managers and clinicians
- Ability to plan and facilitate Trust wide clinical audit projects and guide clinical staff through the clinical audit process
- Ability to work autonomously with limited instruction
- Proven analytical skills in process/problem analysis, challenging existing thinking and generating improvements and solutions
- Creative, innovative and self motivated
- High level of computer literacy to include wordprocessing, database spreadsheet and presentation software
Person Specification
Culture and Values
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of diverse backgrounds and perspectives.
- Understanding of Diversity and Inclusion challenges in the workplace.
- Demonstrable contribution to advancing Equality, Diversity and Inclusion in the Workplace
Academic/Professional qualification/Training
Essential
- First degree
- Recognised qualification in Quality Improvement and Clinical Audit or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Masters level 'health-care related' degree or equivalent experience
- Prince 2 Practitioner or similar Project Methodology experience
- Clinical qualification or management qualification
Experience/Knowledge
Essential
- Expert knowledge and understanding of the principles and practice of audit and effectiveness
- Good understanding of NHS policy and legislation
- Experience and knowledge of questionnaire and survey methodology
- Experience in a clinical audit/effectiveness role in a healthcare environment
- Expert knowledge of clinical audit/clinical outcomes
- Knowledge of broader Clinical Governance/Quality framework and the role of Clinical Audit in providing quality governance
Desirable
- Statistical knowledge
- Experience of working in a sensitive environment
Skills/Abilities
Essential
- Recognises the importance and associated risk dealing with data; plans, collects, analyses and interprets complex data using a variety of techniques
- Excellent interpersonal skills; ability to rapidly build credibility with all levels in the Trust, including senior managers and clinicians
- Ability to plan and facilitate Trust wide clinical audit projects and guide clinical staff through the clinical audit process
- Ability to work autonomously with limited instruction
- Proven analytical skills in process/problem analysis, challenging existing thinking and generating improvements and solutions
- Creative, innovative and self motivated
- High level of computer literacy to include wordprocessing, database spreadsheet and presentation software
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
