Job summary
We are looking for motivated passionate and experienced midwives to join our team at Dudley to take on the role of Lead midwife for maternity inpatients. The successful candidate will take responsible for the safe daily leadership of the Maternity inpatient setting, being allocated either labour ward, or the maternity ward. They will be responsible for the smooth and effective running of the shift as well as providing effective leadership to all staff. They will respond appropriately to emergencies and escalate concerns as required. They will have excellent communication skills, and be a team player with a focus on safety and great patient experience.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be responsible for the daily management of the Maternity Unit, organising the service activities, resources, staff team and capacity. The post holder will be responsible for the line management of an allocated and defined caseload of staff. They will be expected to support the Matron and deputy matron in developing and monitoring services and the quality of care experienced by women and their families as well as maintenance of a safe and secure environment.
About us
At the Dudley Group our patients and staff are at the heart of all that we do and that is to provide a world class service that aligns with our vision of "excellent health care, improved health for all". We are seeking to recruit staff who share our vision and values of making Dudley Group an incredible workplace.
We are committed to becoming a diverse and an inclusive employer and where people feel sense of belonging. Seeking to expand diversity within our teams, we positively encourage applications from under-represented groups such as ethnically diverse, disabled and LGBTQ+ groups. We are also under-represented in-terms of gender within nursing roles and we would welcome applications from people from male and non-binary backgrounds.
Dudley Group offer many opportunities for our staff to develop and grow within their roles through our Learning & OD department. These include topics such as communication, wellbeing, team development, cultural competency, and values, plus much more. For those in a Management/Leadership role, there are additional programmes to support you to develop the skills you need. These include our Managers Essentials Programme and a Leadership Programme that all managers will attend as part of your Dudley Managers Induction. Our Learning Prospectus is a great way to discover the details behind what's available for you here at The Dudley Group.
We are committed to home life balance through flexible working and making reasonable adjustments where possible
Details Date posted
22 August 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£47,810 to £54,710 a year Dependant on NHS experience
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
253-0825-7396990
Job locations
Russells Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Job description Job responsibilities
Please refer to the attached job description for full details of the main duties and responsibilities that the post holder is required to undertake
Person Specification Qualifications and skills Essential
* Substantial experience working as a midwife at band 6 level
* Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing (mentorship)
* Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification.
* Completion of or working towards NIPE
Desirable
* Successful completion of the a leadership course or willingness to undertake
* Experience of managing a budget.
* Demonstration of live mentorship registration.
Personal qualities Essential
* Ability to work within a team and develop others.
* Demonstrates respect for women's dignity.
* Ability to work within a team and develop others.
Interests and motivation to the job Essential
* Knowledge of current clinical development, evidence based practices and professional issues affecting midwifery
* Promote and facilitate the development of Midwifery practice to ensure excellence in maternity care.
* Keen to develop own skills and develop midwifery practice.
Person Specification Qualifications and skills Essential
* Substantial experience working as a midwife at band 6 level
* Evidence of undertaking a recognised course of study in teaching and assessing (mentorship)
* Evidence of professional development and regular study since qualification.
* Completion of or working towards NIPE
Desirable
* Successful completion of the a leadership course or willingness to undertake
* Experience of managing a budget.
* Demonstration of live mentorship registration.
Personal qualities Essential
* Ability to work within a team and develop others.
* Demonstrates respect for women's dignity.
* Ability to work within a team and develop others.
Interests and motivation to the job Essential
* Knowledge of current clinical development, evidence based practices and professional issues affecting midwifery
* Promote and facilitate the development of Midwifery practice to ensure excellence in maternity care.
* Keen to develop own skills and develop midwifery practice.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Russells Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
Employer's website
https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details Employer name
The Dudley Group NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Russells Hall Hospital
Pensnett Road
Dudley
DY1 2HQ
Employer's website
https://www.dgft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
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