Role Summary
As the workstream lead for Quality Improvement you will oversee the implementation of our new approach to Quality Improvement. You will collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to embed QI principles and methodologies, and facilitate training, workshops, and engagement events to build QI capability across the organisation.
About the Role
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below.
More detail about the role
There has never been a more important time to take a transformational approach to healthcare in order to make the best possible use of our precious resources and provide the best possible care to our patients.
The Transformation Team at the RDUH is seeking an exceptional Senior Project Manager to join the team for 12 months to lead the implementation of a Trustwide quality improvement (QI) approach.
In the challenging times the NHS is experiencing, we need brilliant people to support our front-line teams to improve services – by empowering teams, building skills and confidence, and inspiring people to work together to find creative solutions to challenges. In return, we offer a supportive and trusting environment, development opportunities, and the chance to immerse yourself in work that makes a real difference to patients and colleagues.
As the workstream lead for Quality Improvement you will oversee the implementation of our new approach to Quality Improvement. You will collaborate with clinical and operational leaders to embed QI principles and methodologies, and facilitate training, workshops, and engagement events to build QI capability across the organisation.
We’re looking for someone who is an experienced project manager with a proven track record in delivering complex, organisation-wide initiatives. You must be skilled in quality improvement methodologies (e.g., Model for Improvement, Lean, Six Sigma). You will need to be a confident communicator and influencer, able to engage stakeholders at all levels and most importantly, to be passionate about improving patient outcomes and driving cultural change.
This role is required for an immediate start, so anyone considering a secondment will need to secure line manager support for a June 2025 start date (once all internal checks have been completed and confirmed by Recruitment).
Working Pattern: 30 hours per week
Interview Date: Thursday 5th June 2025
For further information please contact: Khalia Lancaster-Thomas, Associate Director of Transformation on khalia.lancaster-thomas@nhs.net
Please note, this is an internal vacancy for Royal Devon employees, therefore Bank workers are currently not eligible to apply for this vacancy.
As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve.
Preference will be given to staff with ‘Priority’ and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received.
The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust.
About Us
Stretching across Northern, Eastern and Mid Devon, we have a workforce of over 15,000 staff, making us the largest employer in Devon. Our core services, which we provide to more than 615,000 people, cover more than 2,000 square miles across Devon, while some of our specialist services cover the whole of the peninsula, extending our reach as far as Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.
We deliver a wide range of emergency, specialist and general medical services through North Devon District Hospital and the Royal Devon and Exeter Hospital (Wonford). Alongside our two acute hospitals, we provide integrated health and social care services across a variety of settings, including community inpatient hospitals, outpatient clinics, and within people’s own homes. We also offer primary care services, a range of specialist community services, and Sexual Assault Referral Centres (SARC).
Our state-of-the-art equipment, leading technologies and strong links to local universities put us at the forefront of research and innovations, enabling us to provide world-class care to our local communities.
Our values are at the heart of everything we do, click here to find out more
It has never been a more exciting time to join the Royal Devon, as you will help to shape our services as we continue along our integration journey.
Benefits
Looking after you is important to us.
We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.
If you are starting out in the NHS, you’ll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays.
You will benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups.
We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team.
This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we will help you get there.
Salary is not the only financial benefit
You will have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:
- National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
- Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter
- Car lease schemes.
- The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
- Cycle to work scheme
These are just a few of the benefits available – if the role is something you are interested in, we would love to hear from you.
