Deputy Chief Nursing Midwifery & Quality Officer

Job summary BPAS is an independent healthcare charity that has been advocating and caring for women and couples for over 55 years, supporting over 100,000 women annually across more than 50 healthcare clinics nationwide.Following significant organisational change and the establishment of a new Executive Leadership structure, we are looking for a Deputy Chief Nursing, Midwifery & Quality Officer to join the Senior Operational Team.Our vision is for asociety in which women are trusted to make their own reproductive choices withaccess to the information and services needed to exercise those choices. This role is critical in enabling this vision to be realised. Working closely with the Deputy Chief Medical Officer and Heads of Operations, you'll be providing essential professional leadership and guidance to our nurses, midwives, and AHPs. You will be responsible for implementing national and local policies and clinical standards to ensure continuous improvement and high-quality care.You will oversee operational service delivery, lead on safeguarding & clinical practice standards, & drive strategies to enhance patient outcomes. Your duties also include managing audit plans, embedding BPAS's complaints procedures, and deputising for the Chief Clinical Officer. This role requires a blend of operational leadership and strategic insight.Working from home with travel required to our Head Office in Leamington Spa and BPAS units when required. This is for 36 hours per week over Monday to Friday. Main duties of the job Provide visible & accessible leadership to supportthe delivery of an operational serviceLead highly complex sensitive situations thatrequire a high level of decision making & be able to gain the authority & respect of the clinical and operational workforceRegularly observe clinic operations to uphold clinical standards, support staff & to ensure national best practiceCreate & execute strategies to improve patient outcomes, maintain clinical capacity, & embed a culture of personalised careDevelop & implement continuous service improvement programs, ensuring effective governance and CQC preparednessManage the day-to-day delivery & leadership of nursing & midwifery services, aligning with objectives, quality standards, & resource constraintsFoster a culture of openness & transparency, ensuring incidents of poor care are reported, investigated, & lead to clear improvements in practiceAbout YouYou'll be a registered Nurse, Midwife, or AHP with an active NMC pin, a masters degree or equivalent experience, & significant experience in a senior managerial role, preferably within womens healthcare. You'll have a proven track record of leading change in complex environments, managing quality governance, & delivering services that meet contractual requirements. You should be able to balance strategic vision with day-to-day operational management. Your leadership style will be compassionate & effective, with a commitment to driving service improvements and maintaining high standards. About us British Pregnancy Advisory Service (BPAS) is the UK's largest independent women's reproductive healthcare charity. We work mainly on behalf of the NHS across the country providing abortion, contraception, STI testing & treatment. We specialise in evidence-based, not-for-profit care reproductive healthcare.Working with us:Alongside a supportive and friendly working environment, BPAS has generous benefits:Life assurance cover at 3 times salary34 days annual leave per year A defined contribution pension scheme. You will have access to our employee benefits programme through BHSF which includes special health & wellbeing services & lifestyle offers for you & your family. This includes various salary sacrifice schemes, counselling services & free private GP appointments.BPAS is committed to safeguarding & promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children & young people through a safer recruitment framework. This includes a thorough selection process & a number of pre-employment checks. Job description Job responsibilities A full job description and terms and conditions can be found on the right hand side of the page under supporting documents. They are available for you to download and review.Further Information:Location: Hybrid - home working with travel required to Head Office in Leamington Spa and other BPAS units as required.Salary: Approximate £85,000 per annum depending on skills and experienceHours: 36 hours per week Monday - FridayOn callAllmembers of the Senior Operating Team will be required to participate in anon-call rota. The On-Call policy and procedure is being reviewed and revised,however it is envisaged that participation will involve being available toreceive emergency / on-call telephone calls up to 9pm Monday to Friday and onSaturdays and Sundays approximately 4 times per year.Interested so far? Don't delay, apply today!The Small Print: All applicants must be pro-choice.References: All offers of employment are conditional based on satisfactory pre-employment checks. We require applicants to provide 3 years of employment references including information on reasons for leaving and any gaps in employment. Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Adult Nurse / Registered Midwife (practising) or AHP Active NMC registration and valid PIN - Please state Educated to masters degree level (health related) or working towards equivalent level of study / experience Safeguarding Level 3 Management leadership qualification or significant evidence of management experience General Essential What are your views on abortion? How do you feel about patients returning multiple times for abortion care? What does Values Driven Leadership mean to you and how has this shaped your career to date? Skills and Experience Essential Significant experience in a senior managerial post preferably within womens healthcare setting Previous experience of leading change in a complex environment Quality Governance Management at a senior level Significant experience in managing health services quality issues Knowledge of the operational requirements in delivering NHS funded and contracted services Knowledge of national health policy An understanding of healthcare planning process and key national reproductive healthcare issues Desirable Previous experience in abortion/gynae services (desirable) Supporting Statement Essential Your statement should outline your motivation for applying and what you believe you can bring to the role and if desired, an opportunity to elaborate further on how your skills and experience align with the role description and candidate profile.