Governance Manager

Governance Manager | Band 8a dependent on experience | Bristol | Full Time | New position Spire Bristol has an exciting opportunity for a Governance Manager to join our fantastic team in Redland. This is a brand new position and would suit someone who has broad experience of working in the clinical governance domain. You will support the Director of Clinical Services and the Governance Lead to work on systems and processes to ensure effective clinical governance within the specialties across the hospital. With 76 beds, 5 operating theatres and the only private hospital in the South West with an Intensive Care Unit, Spire Bristol Hospital has been providing excellent care, expertise and knowledge in a supportive and progressive environment for over 32 years. Duties and responsibilities: Working closely with the Senior Management Team and all Heads of Department, you will have full responsibility for the Governance within our hospital. This will include preparation for all CQC inspections and ensuring the Hospital is compliant at all times and managing the evidence-based practice, policies and procedures. As this position is central to the continuing success of the hospital, you will have a high level of stakeholder engagement. This role involves a high amount of autonomy and the need to take a lead on complaints. You will have excellent computer skills and understanding of Safeguard or similar, able to produce detailed reports with analytical narrative but above all has a passion and commitment to be part of the division who puts patient quality and safety first. Who we're looking for: * Either clinical or non-clinical extensive governance background - your pin should not have any restrictions or conditions * Managerial experience, leading workshops on root cause analysis, PDSA cycles * Compassionate and motivational, happy to challenge staff appropriately, strong communication skills * Master's degree or working towards a master's degree - desirable * Governance qualification - desirable Benefits: We offer employees a competitive salary as well as a comprehensive benefits package which includes but is not limited to: * 35 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays * Employer and employee contributory pension with flexible retirement options * 'Spire for you' reward platform - discount and cashback for over 1000 retailers * Free Bupa wellness screening * Private medical insurance * Life assurance Please see the attached benefits leaflet for more information. We commit to our employees well-being through work life balance, on-going development, support and reward. Spire Healthcare is a leading independent hospital group that has been putting patients at the heart of everything we do for over 40 years. We have 39 hospitals and 8 clinics across England, Wales and Scotland. For further information about this role or for an informal conversation about the range of career options available with Spire please contact Carly Dack on 07850725333 or email carly.dack@spirehealthcare.com For us, it's more than just treating patients; it's about looking after people. Employment Type: FULL_TIME