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Job summary
The post holder will provide comprehensive advice and facilitation to the Division on all aspects of clinical and non-clinical risk. The post holder will be part of the Governance Team and will work alongside the Divisional Team with key relationships with Associate Director of Nursing, Head Gynaecology, General Manager, Matrons and Ward Managers to co-ordinate information and reporting processes within the Incident Management Policy and imbed the measurable objectives within the Risk Management Strategy.
Main duties of the job
Support the provision of information, practical support to specialty teams on all aspects of clinical risk management. Extract data for clinical risk requirements Facilitate speciality, Clinical Governance Committees in establishing and monitoring clinical risk activity through the preparation and distribution of reports, newsletters, awareness sheets, action notes and other associated meeting documents as required. Prepare documentation for internal and external inspections and assessments on a regular and occasional basis, and ensure any necessary actions are taken arising from these inspections. Responsible for producing a range of reports that will go to the Senior Management Team understanding of the key components of clinical risk management Explain complex and at times sensitive information regarding risk management to staff and managers. There will be occasions where the postholder must persuade others of the importance and relevance of projects. To liaise with the Trust's Clinical Risk Officer and the governance department to correlate the necessary documentation to organize SUI/Multidisciplinary case reviews for the purpose of risk management investigations. Instigate any follow up action required to further investigate clinical adverse events, carrying out root cause analysis in conjunction with relevant clinicians and managers where necessary.
About us
University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role.
Details
- Date posted: 10 July 2026
- Pay scheme: Agenda for change
- Band: Band 5
- Salary: £32,073 to £39,043 a year
- Contract: Permanent
- Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
- Reference number: 304-9015767
- Job locations: Trustwide, Mindelsohn Way, Birmingham, West Midlands, B15 2TH, United Kingdom
Job responsibilities
*Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description*
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- *Experience of working in an administrative role with proven track record.
- *Experience of managing diaries using own judgement when dealing with conflicting appointments and priorities.
- *High proficiency of working with a range of Microsoft packages (e.g. Word, Excel, and Outlook).
- *Experience of using IT systems
- *Experience of working in a busy environment, working independently and exercising judgement and decision-making skills.
- *Excellent keyboard/IT skills ensuring accuracy
- *Highly developed prioritisation skills
- *Good time management skills
- *Ability to deal professionally with enquiries from staff and visitors which is necessary for dealing with people at all levels and the most complex and sensitive information
Desirable
- *Experience of working in healthcare.
Qualifications
Essential
- *Degree in a relevant field/equivalent qualification and/or significant relevant experience.
Additional Criteria
Essential
- *Organisation and co-ordination of meetings including transcribing of minutes
- *Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
- *Ability to work under pressure whilst meeting deadlines and adapt to changes in demand and workload
- *Ability to deal with stressful situations and sensitive issues
- *Ability to travel to multiple site
- *Ability to work under pressure and deal with stressful situations
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This advert is for Band 5 Governance Risk Officer with University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust in Birmingham, Midlands, England. It is listed as a Band 5 Administrative and IT role. The advertised salary is £32,073 to £39,043 a year. The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 17 Jul 2026.
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