We are currently looking for an ambitious Lead Midwife tojoin our team here at Rotherham.
Band 7 Lead Midwives are experienced clinical specialistswith direct involvement in the delivery of intrapartum care and expertknowledge within their defined area of midwifery practice. They play a pivotalrole in leading and managing change, driving service improvement initiatives,and inspiring midwives and maternity support staff to actively contribute tothe ongoing development of the maternity service and the enhancement of womensand families experiences.
The successful candidate will provide visible, approachable,and professional leadership on the Labour Ward, offering expert guidance andsupport. They will ensure care is delivered in line with best practice, safestaffing requirements, and local and national standards, while consistentlypromoting a woman-centred philosophy of care.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will demonstrate excellent interpersonal andcommunication skills, enabling Labour Ward Coordinators to carry out theirroles effectively. They will build positive working relationships andcommunicate clearly and compassionately with colleagues, women, and theirfamilies.
Key responsibilities include managing staff with consistencyand fairness; promoting staff engagement through motivation and team-buildingapproaches; and constructively challenging outdated or non-evidence-basedpractice to ensure safe, high-quality care and informed choice for women. Thepost holder will consistently act as an advocate for women and facilitateeffective communication across professional groups, services, and disciplines.They will also participate in the recruitment and selection of midwifery andmaternity support staff.
Acting as a clinical resource for the multidisciplinaryteam, the post holder will be a visible role model for excellence in practice.They will work collaboratively with Labour Ward Coordinators to deliver andembed service developments, evidence-based practice, and education programmesthat enhance knowledge and skills. This role includes supporting and supervisinglearners across the MDT, including students allocated to the Labour Ward, inthe care of women, babies, and families.
About us
The RotherhamNHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving ourlocal population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act theright way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities ofRotherham
As a Trust weare on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart ofeverything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are thesecond most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as aplace to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagementoverall
But don't justtake our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations forour Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people andrecognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives ofpatients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making
All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improveour services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together.If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join uson our journey to excellence
Certificates of Sponsorship
For individuals who may require sponsorship under the skilled worker or health & care visa route please use the link below to check your eligibility. Check if you need a UK visa - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk) band 2 and band 3 roles are no longer eligible for sponsorship.
Job responsibilities
Please see attached the job description and person specificationfor the full details about the role and the responsibilities.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Midwife with extensive intrapartum experience
* Evidence of continued professional development
* Midwifery Degree
Experience
* High level of clinical skills
* Evidence of broad clinical experience
* Dealing with challenging situations
Knowledge
* Excellent full range of communication skills
* Ability to apply evidence base in practice
* Ability to work to deadlines and prioritise workload
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.
£47,810 to £54,710 a yearPro rata/per annum
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