Quality and Governance Facilitator

Job Summary

To be the Support Facilitator for a range of quality and governance projects and processes within the Imaging department for which the Deputy Service Line Manager is responsible for. To assist in the delivery of the existing processes and compliance requirements within the Imaging Directorate by coordinating the multi-disciplinary workforce involvement as required. The post holder will support the Deputy Service Line Manager team in the facilitation and coordination of all aspects of Quality, Clinical Governance and Clinical Effectiveness across Imaging.

This will include supporting oversight of existing processes as well as embedding good practice in line with national requirements. Preference will be given to internal Trust staff, as well as 'Priority' and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon who are able to display recent relevant experience as dictated by the Person Specification.

To provide specialist quality and governance support to the Deputy Service Line Manager (Quality and Governance), modality leads, and Imaging senior management team as required. To provide support in the ongoing implementation and day to day management of Imaging governance processes as directed the Deputy Service Line Manager and support developments in response to Trust requirements and Nation Developments (i.e. PSIRF).

To oversee the day-to-day management of the Quality Management system to ensure there is robust review processes in place for timely review of documentation and manage compliance mechanisms to demonstrate the department is working in line with local and trust wide policies. To support maintaining oversight of key elements for the governance profile for the Imaging Service Line by monitoring the following: risks and incidents reported on Datix;

clinical audit register; NICE guidance register; training and competency matrix; patient feedback – PALS, complaints, patient surveys. To provide quality, governance and administrative management support to the Imaging Quality Management Structure and associated meetings.

We are a people business - where every member of staff matters and can make a difference. Patients are at the heart of everything we do. Joining University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust means becoming part of a team of dedicated staff, who are committed to leading the way through innovation, clinical excellence and great customer care. The Trust has great opportunities for career development in a highly progressive working environment.

We offer all of this in a vibrant, modern city with a historic reputation for adventure.

PLEASE NOTE THAT ALL COMMUNICATION WILL BE ELECTRONIC. If you have issues with applying online or need additional support including reasonable adjustments with the application process please contact the recruitment manager for this post who will put you in touch with the recruitment team. We recognise that work life balance is important for our colleagues and invite requests from applicants around less than full time/flexible working for our advertised roles.

Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss this prior to your application submission. We commit to giving this full consideration in each case. We encourage people from diverse backgrounds to apply for our roles, as diversity strengthens our teams. It is sometimes necessary to close vacancies before the closing date. If you have not heard from us within 4 weeks of the closing date, please assume that you have not been shortlisted.

Date posted: 22 January 2026

Pay scheme:
Agenda for change

Band:
Band 5

Salary: £31,049 to £37,796 a year per annum

Contract:

Permanent

Working pattern:
Full-time

Reference number: 216-PL-DB7719944

Derriford Hospital, Derriford Road, Plymouth, PL6 8DH

PRIMARY DUTIES & AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Work with the Deputy Service Line Manager (Quality and Governance) in the assessment, reporting and escalation of effective quality and governance processes within the Imaging Service Line. Support the delivery of governance improvement projects in the service line with oversight and support from the…