Senior Quality Assurance & Regulation Advisor

Hours: Full Time – 38 hours per week
Salary: £29,000 – £34,000 + £1,000 car allowance
Location: Hybrid / Office-based (with travel across England and Wales)
Contract Type: Permanent

About Perthyn

At Perthyn, we are proud to support people with learning disabilities to live the lives they choose. We are passionate about quality and hold ourselves to the highest standards. Our commitment to continuous improvement is rooted in our values: Integrity, Empowerment, Innovation, Accountability, Inclusivity, Belonging, Accomplishment, and Resilience.

We believe that quality assurance is not just about compliance, it’s about creating environments where the people we support feel safe, respected, and empowered.

About the Role

At Perthyn, we are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred support that empowers the people we support to live fulfilling lives. As our Senior Quality Assurance and Regulation Advisor, you will play a pivotal role in upholding and enhancing the standards that define our organisation.

This is a hands-on role responsible for ensuring compliance with Health and Social Care Regulations across England and Wales. You will support the development and implementation of robust quality assurance frameworks, conduct audits, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to drive and deliver continuous improvements across all departments.

You’ll be actively involved in visiting homes, engaging with the people we support, and mentoring colleagues to embed a culture of excellence. You will be joining a supportive team of three other team members within the Quality Assurance and Regulation team, who work collaboratively and are committed to improving quality and regulatory compliance across all services.

This role requires flexibility, travel, and a proactive approach to change, innovation, and leadership. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values integrity, accountability, and resilience and you’ll help ensure that Perthyn continues to deliver safe, effective, and inclusive support.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Conduct internal audits and prepare for CIW/CQC inspections

• Analyse data and produce high-quality reports

• Lead and support strategic quality improvement projects

• Mentor and coach staff across departments

• Promote best practices and compliance with health and social care standards

• Engage with stakeholders and build strong relationships

• Travel across regions to support homes and teams

What We Need From You

We’re looking for someone who shares our commitment for quality, inclusion, and continuous improvement. To thrive in this role, you’ll need the following:

Essential Criteria

• Level 4/5 Diploma in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)

• Knowledge and understanding of a quality assurance and compliance role

• Experience working within regulatory and legal frameworks

• Excellent communication, analytical, and organisational skills

• Ability to lead change and work independently

• Full UK Driving Licence (required for regional travel)

Desirable Criteria

• At least 3 years’ experience in the health and social care sector

• Strong understanding of CIW and CQC regulations

• Experience working across multiple regions

• Experience leading strategic quality initiatives

• Involvement of people we support in audits or evaluations

Your Rewards

• Competitive salary and car allowance

• Flexible hybrid working model

• Opportunities for career development and leadership

• Supportive, inclusive work environment

• Access to wellbeing programmes and professional training

• Enhanced DBS check covered by Perthyn

The Next Steps

If you’re ready to make a meaningful impact and help us maintain the highest standards of support, we’d love to hear from you. Click the Apply Button.

DBS Disclaimer - All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. Perthyn is committed to safer recruitment and equal opportunities in line with the Equality Act 2010 and Better Hiring Institute Charter. 

Contact Julie Ayre Julie.ayre@perthyn.org.uk for further information.