Job Description

We are currently recruiting for an exciting position within our organisation as Head of Governance, Risk and Compliance. Your role will be to provide high-level leadership across the team of five. Supporting across the organisation with a focus on the role-holder having regulatory compliance expertise whilst supporting risk and governance activities in the team.



This is a permanent, full time position.


About us


At Benenden Hospital we put patients at the heart of everything we do. We attract kind, compassionate, and talented people to our ultra-modern private hospital, which opened in 1907 and has been rated as Outstanding by the CQC. We hold JAG accreditation for Endoscopy and have a beautiful setting in the middle of the Kent countryside.



Benenden Hospital offers excellent working conditions and facilities. We promote flexible working and a healthy work/life balance. We are committed to professional development and have excellent training and education facilities. We work hard to make sure that everyone at Benenden Hospital feels involved and shares our values and vision for the future.


About the role


Work with senior leadership colleagues in the business to deliver organisational objectives and manage risks. Lead, coach and develop the Clinical Governance team in the provision of excellent patient safety and clinical effectiveness services. Lead and be responsible for day-to-day delivery and management of the Governance, Risk & Compliance functions To ensure that there are robust frameworks and reporting for both Risk / Incident Management and Compliance is in place, monitored and reviewed Act as a visible leader across both the Hospital but also establishing strong links with the Society Support timely regulatory reporting Be an ambassador for and promote an open and inclusive culture
Skills and experience required


Qualified to degree level or equivalent Strong senior experience in clinical governance and compliance with ability to work within statutory requirements and frameworks. Resilient and shows persistence in pursuing goals despite obstacles and setbacks, maintaining personal effectiveness, understanding the impact and implications of decisions on the department, keeps abreast of developments and trends relevant to role. Experienced in leading a team of autonomous roles, to move forward toward the completion of goals, recognising and actively promoting team development and success. Experienced at building relationships with key stakeholders, internal and external customers. Download the full role profile
Benefits include


Competitive salaries 27 days Annual Leave plus Bank Holidays Defined contribution pension scheme with employer contribution up to 10% Membership to Benenden Health which offers a wide range of benefits, discounts and activities Excellent Life Assurance benefit Free parking Subsidised eye tests Free Flu vaccinations Subsidised on site Restaurant

"I love working at Benenden Hospital, it's a beautiful location in the countryside", "the whole organisation is supportive", "it's the team, the team are amazing", "Benenden is a bit like a family", "the whole atmosphere is brilliant"



These are just some of the reasons why more than 400 people work at Benenden Hospital which has a long history of caring since it was founded in 1907.


How to apply


If you wish to apply for this position, please complete and submit our application form with your CV attached.

Closing Date:

21st August



Please note this vacancy may close prior to the closing date without notice, If a sufficient number of applications are received



Claire Mansfield - Resourcing Officer will then be in touch to discuss further.



If you have further questions please email kentcareers@benenden.org.uk



Together, we work hard to maintain a safe, comfortable, patient-focused environment for the people in our care.



All our vacancies are therefore subject to either a Standard or an Enhanced Disclosure Application to the Disclosure and Barring Service as well as satisfactory reference checks. These procedures need to be completed before all new member of staff can join the hospital.



Full right to work in the UK is required as we do not offer sponsorship as an organisation



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