We are seeking an inspirational and forward thinking Practice Development and Improvement Lead Midwife to champion high standards of maternity and neonatal care across Somerset Foundation Trust. This full time substantive post will act as the Trust's lead midwife for practice development at Musgrove Park Hospital, working closely with the counterpart at Yeovil District Hospital to ensure a unified, consistent and high quality approach across both sites. The post holder will hold shared accountability for driving improvements, meeting national maternity standards (including the MIS Core Competency Framework), and fostering an environment in which clinical excellence and continuous learning can flourish. They will lead the design and delivery of structured educational programmes, including workshops, study days, simulation, mentoring, coaching and direct clinical tuition. As a system wide leader, they will role model innovative thinking, challenge existing practices where appropriate and act as an effective agent for change. Working collaboratively with matrix teams, Heads of Midwifery and a wide range of stakeholders, they will help shape the culture, capability and quality of maternity care across the Trust.
Responsibilities
* Lead practice development and improvement at Musgrove Park Hospital, working jointly with the Yeovil District Hospital lead midwife.
* Deliver structured education including workshops, study days, simulation, mentoring, coaching and 1:1 clinical teaching.
* Drive servicewide improvement aligned with national maternity standards, including the MIS Core Competency Framework.
* Foster a positive learning culture that promotes highquality care and clinical excellence.
* Provide visible, effective leadership using innovative approaches to challenge practice and inspire change.
* Support delivery of the Trust's Learning and Development strategy and maternity/neonatal improvement frameworks.
* Lead cross site practice development, governance, improvement and quality assurance as agreed with the Heads of Midwifery.
* Provide expert clinical guidance, role model best practice and maintain regular clinical work.
* Support multi-disciplinary training needs and ensure compliance with training, core competency and governance requirements.
* Collaborate with senior leaders, clinicians, advocacy groups and partners to strengthen quality, safety and retention.
* Produce clear progress reports and support audit, evaluation, guideline development and incident related learning.
Benefits
At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer, Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.
* Flexible working options to help you balance work and life.
* NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security.
* Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax.
* A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential.
* Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.
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