Compliance Audit Lead (Specialist)

We are is looking for a Compliance Audit Lead to join us and help make sure every resident receives safe, high-quality, truly person-centred care.

You'll lead, coordinate and carry out internal compliance audits across our portfolio of care homes. You'll check that we meet regulatory standards, internal policies and best practice, and you'll support our homes to keep improving. Reporting to the Policy Implementation Manager, you'll work closely with our Operations Team, Senior Managers and Directors.

• Designing and running an audit schedule for our homes, including unannounced visits
• Auditing care quality, safeguarding, medication management, health and safety, food safety, documentation and staffing, using the CQC Key Questions (KLOEs) or equivalent frameworks
• Writing clear, evidence-based reports with ratings, findings and recommendations, and presenting them to management and operational teams
• Making sure action plans are agreed, tracked and completed on time
• Spotting gaps, risks and emerging trends, and updating audit tools and policies where needed
• Coaching and supporting Home Managers and staff, including running internal workshops on compliance best practice
• Preparing homes for external inspections (CQC, Fire, Food Safety) and keeping up to date with changes in adult social care legislation
• Leading and mentoring any Compliance Audit team members

Essential