Job Description

The Trust's administration lead for the learning from death process, supports the mortality leads with dayto-day tasks, meetings and organisation, timely management and allocation of Structured Judgement Reviews, escalation of concerns, monitoring of action trackers and evidence, support and provision of regular reports to sub board committees. Managing the Mortality reviews, undertaking the training on completion of Structured Judgement Reviews and regular reporting of mortality data via the Trust Mortality lead to the Trust board and sub board level committees. To be the Trust expert on Learning from Deaths.
Main duties of the job
To provide comprehensive administrative support to the Patient Safety, Clinical Governance and Risk Management Team, to ensure the Team runs smoothly and efficiently. The post requires the ability to work on own initiative and to liaise effectively with a broad range of professions, having emotional intelligence to manage the Trust Learning from Deaths, Mortality Surveillance and Structured Judgement Reviews processes
Provide support to the Patient Safety, Governance and Risk Team, including assisting with the management of meetings, including minutes, papers, action logs and evidence for Mortality Surveillance Group (MSG) and Learning from Deaths (LfD), Triangulation. * Undertaking regular reporting to sub-board level committees on learning from deaths and mortality surveillance. Using analytical and judgement skills to analyse and compare data within the reports

• To maintain and update as required the forward plan for the various Committee and Groups at the direction of the Head of Patient Safety, Governance and Risk.

About us
Developmentand staff wellbeing
Your growthand personal happinessmattersto us.After all, we can't expect the best from you if we don't invest in your development and nurture your wellbeing.From the moment you join us, we're committed to fostering your professional and personal development within a supportive, empowering environment. Whether you're just starting your career or looking to advance further, we provide you with the tools and opportunities you need to succeed.We actively support colleagues to take part in research, quality improvement and innovation, whatever their role or level in the organisation.
To support your wellbeing, we offer an extensive range of resources, including an on-site staff nursery at Kingston Hospital, wellbeing practitioners, regular wellbeing classes, dedicated staff physiotherapist, comprehensive occupational health services, 24/7 employee assistance programme, and a range of other support and activities.
We also take every opportunity to thank and recognise the work our teams do, through weekly 'shoutouts' and patient feedback, monthly and annual awards.
Wherever you work across our organisation, we look forward to welcoming you.
Details
Date posted
21 October 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
35,763 to 43,466 a year per annum pr incl HCAS (outer)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
396-NN-7459054-A&C-DK
Job locations
Davies Wood House, Kingston Hospital
Galsworthy Road
Kingston-upon -Thames
KT2 7QB
Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification** Job description
Job responsibilities
**Please see the attached supporting job description and person specification document, which contains more information about the role and requirements. Please ensure your application refers to the job description and person specification**
Person Specification
Admin and IT Skills
Essential

• Good working knowledge of IT systems
• Microsoft office suite knowledge
• Experience of meeting administration
• Experience of minute taking

Communication
Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience of dealing with people

Knowledge of NHS Governance
Essential

• Previous experience of NHS Governance

Person Specification
Admin and IT Skills
Essential

• Good working knowledge of IT systems
• Microsoft office suite knowledge
• Experience of meeting administration
• Experience of minute taking

Communication
Essential

• Good verbal and written communication skills
• Experience of dealing with people

Knowledge of NHS Governance
Essential

• Previous experience of NHS Governance

Skills Required