Patient Safety Partner Volunteer

Depending on the role, you may:

Contribute to committees, meetings and quality improvement work

Provide a patient and public perspective on patient safety initiatives

Review policies, reports and improvement plans

Support the development of safer services and better patient experiences

Act as a critical friend, offering constructive challenge and feedback

We are looking for people who:

Are passionate about improving patient safety

Can listen, communicate and work collaboratively with others

Are confident sharing their views and experiences

Can contribute positively to discussions and decision-making

Are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion

No professional healthcare qualification or experience is required. Support and induction will be provided by the Trusts Voluntary Services team.

Patient Safety Partners (PSPs) are an important and evolving role developed by NHS England to ensure that the voices of patients, carers and communities are at the heart of patient safety and improvement., Barnsley Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing Trust, currently rated Good by the Care Quality Commission (CQC) and achieving significant progress in the delivery of our strategic objectives, including our ambition to be the best Place to Work.

We scored best in the country in the most recent NHS Staff Survey for teamwork, compassionate leadership, and supporting work/life balance. In 2024's survey, the Trust also scored above average in every theme of the NHS People Promise the promise NHS colleagues make to each other to improve the experience of working in the NHS for everyone.

We are proud of the commitment of our colleagues to ensuring a strong and sustainable future and our organisation is highly valued by our local communities.

There has never been a better time to join Barnsley Hospital. It is moving at pace and a we can do this attitude is evident right through the organisation.

Barnsley Hospital NHS FT is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and fair treatment to all applicants.

For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link on the right hand side of the advert to check your eligibility, please note that band 2 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.

The cost of the DBS (criminal records check) for Band 6 and above roles will only be met by the successful candidate(s) through salary deduction.