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Job summary

Main area
Midwifery
Grade
7
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Requirement to partake in on call rota and occasional weekend management cover)
Job ref
223-RMM-332
Employer
The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
The Princess Royal Hospital
Town
Telford
Salary
£43,742 - £50,056 per annum
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
23/05/2024 23:59

Employer heading

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust logo

Rotational Midwifery Ward Manager

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Job overview

Are you looking for a new challenge with prospects of progression with our organisation?  We have an exciting opportunity for a knowledgeable, experienced and dedicated midwife to join our friendly and passionate team as a rotational ward manager.  You will be joining a strong and supportive Senior Leadership Team.  If you are ready for your next challenge and want to develop your leadership and managerial skills along with a commitment from us to develop you then we are waiting to hear from you.

Main duties of the job

To function as an expert clinical practitioner within their designated clinical area.

To deliver direct patient care whilst managing, leading, coordinating and overseeing midwifery practice within a defined area.

The postholder will be responsible for ensuring there is 24 hour cover, with continuing responsibility for the co-ordination and monitoring of all clinical activities within their designated clinical areas.

As midwifery is a county-wide integrated service, the postholder is required to participate in all necessary rotation.

To ensure that there is efficient and effective utilisation of all resources required to deliver optimum quality care to their client group, in accordance with NMC, Trust and local policies.

The postholder will deputise for the Senior Leadership Team in their absence, driving forward evidence-based practice and taking responsibility for the support and guidance of staff and the policies and practices that operate within their clinical area

Liaise Closely with Director of Midwifery and the Senior Leadership team.

 

 

Working for our organisation

The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust can offer you great career prospects and a fantastic work-life balance. Situated in one of the most attractive parts of the country with dramatic countryside and bustling towns we have state of the art facilities, supportive friendly teams and excellent professional development opportunities.

There is a rich historic culture in Shropshire, together with beautiful country views, outdoor pursuits, sporting events, shopping and vibrant towns with restaurants, bars, live music venues and nightclubs.

Here at Shrewsbury and Telford NHS Hospital Trust, we feel that it’s important for staff to feel valued. In addition to the generous NHS Pension Scheme, we offer a wide range of staff benefits, including the following;

  • Salary sacrifice schemes for childcare, new bicycles (as part of our “Cycle to Work” initiative), lease cars, car parking and home computing.
  • Subscriptions to discount sites such as Health Service DiscountsStaff Benefits and Red Guava, along with discounted exercise classes, access to staff gyms at both sites, a staff magazine and a staff lottery.
  • Support with childcare, occupational health, carer support and family friendly policies with reference to maternity, paternity and adoption policies.
  • Recognition in the form of Trust Awards and other schemes.
  • Learning and development schemes that involve coaching and mentoring, leadership and development and access to eLearning courses.

 

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For full duties and responsibilities please refer to the attached document entitled Job Description.

Person specification

Application form

Essential criteria
  • Registered midwife (Diploma/Degree)
  • Teaching/mentorship qualifications
  • Evidence of coordinating and managing day to day operational issues on a regular basis
  • Experience in teaching and training staff
Desirable criteria
  • Diploma/Degree in Health Related subjects, Certificate in Management

Application form and interview

Essential criteria
  • Registered practicing midwife with recognised practice at minimum Band 6
  • An awareness and understanding of national and local issues that affect midwifery and the NHS as a whole
  • Contribution to service development and new ideas
  • Ability to inspire confidence in others, demonstrating strong leadership qualities and acting as positive role model to other members of the team
Desirable criteria
  • Evidence of management experience in a range of hospital/community midwifery settings
  • NLS Course

Employer certification / accreditation badges

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Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

Apply online now

Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Michelle Gordon
Job title
Maternity Matron
Email address
[email protected]
Telephone number
01952641222