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About Waythrough
Waythrough was formed in 2024 following the merger of Humankind and Richmond Fellowship. Together, we’ve created one of the largest mental health and social support charities in England.
Every year, we support around 125,000 people through nearly 200 services – and it’s all made possible by our 3,500 brilliant staff and volunteers.
Make a real difference in your community
Are you passionate about helping others live safer, healthier, more independent lives? Join our team at Waythrough and support people facing challenges around mental health, substance use, housing or domestic abuse. This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to build meaningful relationships and create lasting change.
We are looking for a Quality and Compliance Specialist to provide independent assurance that services meet regulatory, contractual and internal quality standards. Working across a defined region, you will lead internal inspections, support regulatory readiness, and drive continuous improvement to ensure safe, effective and high-quality service delivery. The role involves regular travel for on-site visits.
Lead internal inspections and produce evidence-based reports
Monitor complaints, incidents and improvement plans
Support services to prepare for external inspections and audits
Provide advice on regulatory requirements (e.g. CQC, Ofsted)
Identify risks and escalate concerns where necessary
Analyse trends and report on quality and compliance performance
You will have experience in quality, compliance or regulatory roles within health, social care, housing or the charity sector. You will be confident working independently, with strong analytical and report-writing skills, and able to build constructive relationships while maintaining objectivity. Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential.
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What We Offer
We value the people who make a difference every day. Alongside meaningful work, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package:
27 days’ annual leave, rising to 32 after 1 year (plus bank holidays)
Pension scheme with 4.5% employer contribution, matched up to 6.5%
Life assurance (3× annual salary)
Enhanced sick pay and family-friendly pay
Birthday leave and the option to buy up to 5 extra days’ annual leave
Professional fee reimbursement for relevant qualifications
24/7 online GP access and Employee Assistance Programme
Recognition and long service awards via our Way to Go and Aspirations portals
£500 Recommend a Friend bonus
Cycle to Work scheme and Credit Union membership
Discounts via Blue Light Card, Charity Discounts, Extras and Tickets for Good
Free will writing service and wellbeing initiatives throughout the year
Inclusion and accessibility
Waythrough is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities, especially those with lived experience of the issues we support.
We have signed up to the Disability Confident Scheme - all applicants are welcome, and adjustments can be made to enable fair participation.
If you need adjustments or support to apply, please email our recruitment team: recruitmentteam@waythrough.org.uk
Closing Date:
2026-03-23