Aneurin Bevan University Health Board
Quality Improvement Advisor - INTERNAL
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Job Overview
PLEASE NOTE THAT WE WILL ONLY ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM STAFF CURRENTLY EMPLOYED BY ANEURIN BEVAN UNIVERSITY HEALTH BOARD
This post is a fixed term/secondment for 9 months until August 2027 to cover maternity leave. If you are interested in applying for the secondment position, you must obtain permission from your current line manager prior to applying for this post.
To support both our programme of Quality Improvement (QI) capability building across the Health Board and to increase the understanding of how Quality Improvement functions in a modern healthcare Quality Management System.
To provide leadership for our QI capacity building agenda, particularly for short training sessions and linking with local Qi groups, ensuring this fits within our overarching capability strategy.
To provide key QI expertise, leadership and support to embed Quality Improvement as a daily practice across the wider service. To help staff define and deliver sustainable and measurable outcomes that align with the priorities of the Organisation.
To apply advanced QI coaching and facilitation skills in supporting multi-disciplinary teams and individuals at all levels, helping them problem solve and develop their own improvement capabilities.
Consolidate learning from across the programme in building local evidence base and insights to further ongoing planning developments.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a keen individual interesting in undertaking a secondment Quality Improvement Advisor role within the ABCi Quality Improvement Unit. Training will be provided to develop individuals in this role, which will also be beneficial for future career development
The role is to support teams especially within certain divisions across the Health Board in developing Quality Improvement Capability. QI Capability is about embedding the practise of Quality Improvement (QI) as part of normal operational roles.
The post holder will take a lead on coordinating and running short training session and will support training such as ‘PocEd QI’ introductory skills training that is delivered virtually via Teams
The post holder will work alongside leaders and teams to advise and coach on complex problem solving and applying QI in practise
The ABCi team is committed to the sustainability agenda and reducing our carbon footprint which includes support of agile working & engaging virtually where possible.
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The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
Working for our organisation
Aneurin Bevan University Health Board (ABUHB) is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation serving the communities of Gwent. With more than 14,000 staff and volunteers, we provide safe, high-quality, and compassionate care across hospitals, GP practices, community services, and mental health settings. As a University Health Board, research, education, and innovation are central to our work, supporting evidence-based practice and continuous improvement.
Our work is guided by the Gwent Strategy 2025–2035, which sets out our long-term ambition to create a fairer and healthier future for our population. We focus on prevention, reducing health inequalities, and working in partnership with local authorities, voluntary organisations, and communities to improve health and wellbeing.
We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive workplace where people feel valued, respected, and able to develop. Our values of Kindness, Integrity, and Respect shape how we care for patients and how we treat one another.
We offer a wide range of learning and development opportunities, flexible working where possible, and a comprehensive NHS benefits package. Working for ABUHB means being part of an organisation that values its people and offers the chance to build a meaningful and rewarding career while making a real difference to the lives of others.
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Qualified to Masters’ level or equivalent relevant experience.
- Relevant recognised qualification in Improvement Methodology
Desirable criteria
- Teaching /Training Qualification
- Project management Qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
- Complex data analysis (specifically using statistical Process Control) and reporting for a wide audience
- Expertise in coaching and mentoring individuals and teams in improvement methodologies
- Expertise in teaching, presentation, and facilitation of multi-professional groups of all levels
- Experience in leading quality improvement work
- Experience in delivering training & coaching remotely via MS Teams, Zoom, etc.
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of records management & information systems
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