Qualifications Hold a primary degree in i.e., Social Care, ID Nursing, Psychology, Behavioural Support Specialist, or another relevant field. A specific qualification in Quality Management and have relevant experience in auditing and using quality systems would be beneficial. Duties & Responsibilities The principal duties and responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following: * Participate in the design and implementation of audits in collaboration with the Compliance and Safeguarding Manager. * Carrying out audits, setting and reviewing action plans for improvement * Monitor and report on the effective implementation of regulatory compliance * Leading and participating in quality improvement projects and reporting on the progress of development projects/initiatives in line with project plans * Contributing to the development of data and information capabilities to drive evidence-based decision making. * Maintain up to date electronic data on compliance/quality improvement programmes, and provide reports from the analysis and monitoring of data which track trends, identify risks and opportunities for improvement * Supporting the development, implementation and monitoring of KPI's across services. * Compile reports including statistics, charts and analysing of information to support the work of quality. * Deliver training and coaching in the operation of systems, and processes. * Mentoring and coaching of teams to understand and operate in line with processes quality improvement programmes and regulatory requirements * Co-ordinating the implementation of new systems, structures and processes arising from the development work of the organisation. * Undertake stakeholder engagement, surveys, consultations, data collection as required * Work in conjunction with the line Manager to ensure that all relevant compliance policies and procedures are in place * Ensure policies are reviewed within timeframes and co-ordinate the policy review process. * Update and amend service provision policies when organisational procedures or legislation requires. * Develop and update policies in an accessible format * Ensure the most up to date policy and associated documents are accessible and used appropriately in practice. * Raise all safeguarding or serious non -compliance and risk issues to the Head of Services immediately. * Work with Service Leads to roll out and ensure compliance with New Directions regulations * Collaborate and coordinate with other support functions in the development, implementation and reporting on compliance issues and participation in committees, working groups, etc Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience Hold a primary degree in i.e., Social Care, ID Nursing, Psychology, Behavioral Support Specialist, or another relevant field. Candidates should also have a specific qualification in Quality Management and have relevant experience in auditing and using quality systems Significant relevant experience in the area of quality and safety & service development in a social care setting 3 - 4 years proven experience in a compliance officer role Detailed understanding of current policy and developments at national and sectoral level in relation to Social Care within disability services. Experience in management of regulated residential services for people with disabilities and ability to apply knowledge of best practice Experience and ability to use and analyse data in to support of effective decision making and monitoring of progress against service delivery targets. Good knowledge of legal requirements and procedures Candidates must have the requisite knowledge and ability (including a high standard of suitability and management ability for the proper discharge of the duties of office) Highly analytical with strong attention to detail Strong research and analysis skills which will enable you to identify and obtain key information from a range of sources and apply it to the development of policy Effective supervision and line management skills Ability to be flexible and open to learning new skills At Wallace Myers International Recruitment Agency we specialise in sourcing professionals for key industries and services. See our website for more details. Privacy Policy: By applying for this role you are agreeing that your details will be stored in our database and may be considered for similar future positions. For more info see Skills: Social Care ID Nursing Psychology Behavioural Support Specialist Experience in auditing.