FAQs
What is the primary responsibility of the Quality Improvement Lead?
The primary responsibility of the Quality Improvement Lead is to provide leadership to teams across the trust to ensure the delivery of complex quality improvement change programs that drive continuous improvements in service delivery, using the GMMH adopted QI methodology.
What qualifications or experience are needed for this position?
The ideal candidate should have experience in quality improvement, leadership skills, and the ability to line manage, coach, and develop colleagues. Excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships with staff, service users/carers, and external stakeholders are essential.
What methodologies does the Quality Improvement Lead utilize?
The Quality Improvement Lead utilizes the GMMH adopted quality improvement methodology to facilitate service delivery improvements and enhance care quality.
Where is the position located?
The position is located in Prestwich, as part of the GMMH QI team within the Nursing & Quality directorate.
Who will the Quality Improvement Lead collaborate with?
The Quality Improvement Lead will collaborate with staff, service users, and carers across the Trust to facilitate the use of quality improvement methodologies for service enhancement.
What type of projects will the Quality Improvement Lead oversee?
The Quality Improvement Lead will oversee multiple complex quality improvement change programs aimed at driving continuous improvements in service delivery across the Trust.
Is experience in data management important for this role?
Yes, the post holder is expected to take ownership of data within work-streams, ensuring that improvements are measured, monitored, and evaluated effectively.
What is the work environment like for this position?
The work environment is fast-paced and dynamic, allowing for flexibility in both individual and team-based work approaches.
What is the Trust's vision regarding quality improvement?
The Trust's vision is to incorporate quality improvement into its culture and ways of working, supporting organizational change to ensure the delivery of high-quality, safe, and clinically effective care for service users.
Who should I contact for further details or informal visits regarding this position?
For further details or informal visits, you can contact Alison Schofield, the Head of Quality Improvement, via email at Alison.Schofield@gmmh.nhs.uk or by phone at 07557 179561.