At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead the Antenatal Clinic and Maternity Day Assessment Unit, ensuring top-notch care for expectant mothers.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking NHS Trust dedicated to innovative healthcare solutions.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, flexible working, and a focus on staff wellbeing and development.
- Other info: Exciting opportunities for career growth in a supportive and collaborative environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in antenatal care while advancing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Registered Midwife with leadership experience and a passion for patient care.
The predicted salary is between 51657 - 58785 £ per year.
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate midwife for the role of Band 7 Antenatal Clinic and Maternity Day Assessment Unit Ward Manager. This is a key leadership role where you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the Antenatal Clinic and Maternity Day Assessment Unit, ensuring the highest standards of care and support for women in the antenatal period. Your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to excellence will be essential in driving safe, high-quality care, while supporting and developing your team.
Main duties of the job:
- Provide visible, approachable, and supportive leadership ensuring both staff and service users feel confident and cared for.
- Take overall responsibility for the management and coordination of the Antenatal Clinics, promoting a positive and efficient working environment.
- Support, supervise, and develop junior staff and students, encouraging professional growth and clinical excellence.
- Champion a compassionate and collaborative culture, building strong multidisciplinary relationships and prioritising patient‑centred care.
We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about antenatal care and ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. Flexible working arrangements are available.
Person specification:
- Education: Registered Midwife with UK NMC Pin. Evidence of post‑registration education. Recognised Leadership and management qualification.
- Knowledge: Sound theoretical and practical knowledge of the role of the Midwife. Up to date knowledge of safeguarding children’s practices.
- Experience: Recent experience encompassing a wide range of Midwifery Practice. Demonstrated leadership in antenatal care.
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust provides acute healthcare services to a core catchment population of approximately half a million people living in west Hertfordshire and the surrounding area. The Trust also provides a range of more specialist services to a wider population, serving residents of North London, Bedfordshire, Buckinghamshire and East Hertfordshire. As an employer of nearly 6,000 people, the Trust is one of the biggest employers in the area and sees nearly a million patients each year.
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.
This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.
Antenatal Clinic and Maternity Day Assessment Ward Manager,WACS employer: Westhertshospitals
West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust is an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic and supportive work environment for healthcare professionals. With a strong focus on staff wellbeing, professional development, and innovative care models, employees are empowered to excel in their roles while making a meaningful impact on patient care. The Trust's commitment to inclusivity and collaboration fosters a compassionate culture, making it an ideal place for those passionate about antenatal care to grow their careers.
