Quality Assurance and Improvement Officer

We are looking for a new member of our Quality Assurance and Improvement Team. You will have an understanding of OFSTED regulatory frameworks and be aware of upcoming changes in legislation. You will be able to work closely with both Social Work Colleagues and Providers and will be skilled in collating and assimilating information and be able to produce accurate reports. You will be confident to provide challenge and support to providers to ensure that the homes we commission are safe, effective and able to meet the needs of our young people in care. There will be occasions where you need to travel to various settings either in response to an incident or as part of our programme of proactive visits. This may involve travel outside Devon.,

• DCC embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an environment that is inclusive and safe. We welcome applications from people who share our commitment to stop discrimination, challenge inequality and promote diversity across Devon. More information can be found on our Equality and Diversity webpages.
• Happy to Talk Flexible Working - The Council offers flexible working arrangements in terms of when and where people work e.g. hybrid working, part-time, condensed hours etc.
• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
• This role requires the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence and fluency in English.
• Personal data we collect from you will be processed in accordance with the Applicant privacy notice.
• For more information about Working for Devon please visit our Working for Devon page.
• We cannot consider visa sponsorship at this time. UK Right to Work is required. For further guidance on right to work in the UK, please visit: Work in the UK - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).
• This role requires a DBS disclosure.