Associate Director of Nursing - Safeguarding

Reporting to the Deputy chief nursing officer, the post holder will provide strategic leadership for safeguarding vulnerable people across the Trust and ensure that the Trust meets its statutory and regulatory obligations. S/he will ensure that the highest standards of safeguarding adults and children are delivered in line with national, regional and local policy and guidance.

S/he will ensure appropriate safeguarding governance systems are in place and provide a key leadership role in responding to the requirements of the regulators including CQC and Monitor as well as professional bodies. S/he will work closely with the Director of Clinical Governance to oversee the Trust’s compliance with CQC standards relevant to the portfolio and establish systems to ensure that the nursing care needs of vulnerable people are met compassionately in hospital and community settings.

S/he will provide a key leadership role in the future development of safeguarding provision across the city of Manchester, representing the Trust on partnerships and working closely with other agencies to ensure that people are safeguarded within a co-ordinated system.

The postholder will line manage the Head of Safeguarding and be accountable for the delivery of adult and children’s safeguarding services, and for the strategic leadership and delivery of the Trust’s learning disability, autism and mental health portfolio

Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust (MFT) is a leading, integrated healthcare provider, the largest of its kind in specialist services, and our Oxford Road Campus in Manchester, the largest health academic campus in Europe, serving over 1 million people per year through our 10 hospitals and extensive community services. With a workforce of 30,000 plus, we are at the forefront of system leadership, innovation, and transformation across Greater Manchester.

As a senior manager, you will play a critical role in shaping and delivering our strategic objectives. You will lead complex programmes, drive operational excellence, and influence Trust-wide transformation, working collaboratively with or through Executive and Clinical Leaders to deliver sustainable improvements for our patients, staff, and communities.

MFT offers a dynamic, inclusive environment where your leadership, vision, and expertise are valued. You will have the opportunity to lead high-impact projects, develop future talent, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement, supported by advanced digital infrastructure and a commitment to professional development.

Join us to make a lasting impact—help shape the future of our Trust, drive innovation, and deliver outstanding care for the people of Manchester, Trafford and beyond.

For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Layla Alani Job title: Deputy Chief Nursing Officer Email address: Layla.Alani@mft.nhs.uk Telephone number: 0161 701 0331