Band 7 - Rotational Midwife - Team Leader
We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced midwife to lead one of our community teams.
Previous candidates who were not successful need not apply, and if you were unsuccessful before, please do not reply within 6 months.
The post requires an enthusiastic, committed midwife to join our established, dynamic, and forward-thinking maternity team.
The midwife will be a highly motivated practitioner with a vision to support women and families through pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.
The post holder will be part of a team of highly trained, dedicated midwives with excellent organisational and communication skills.
The midwife must demonstrate excellent leadership skills, be caring and compassionate, and focused on providing high-quality care, working within the values held by Royal Free London NHS Trust.
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust became a new enlarged organisation on 1st July 2014, now comprising the Royal Free Hospital, Barnet Hospital, and Chase Farm Hospital.
Main duties of the job
Please see the attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Applicants are required to hold a full driving license and undertake on-call duties both day and night.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies, and carry out more than 17 million tests.
Our size, scale, and influence offer unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to work that accommodates your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits to advanced training, we support your career development.
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Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for detailed responsibilities and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Training
* Registered Midwife (R.M.)
* Evidence of ongoing professional development
* Willingness to undertake NIPE training
Experience
* Experience at Band 6 in all aspects of midwifery care
* Experience in ward management
* Experience in conflict management
* Experience of data collection and analysis
* Ability to prioritise workload and delegate effectively
* Child protection awareness and training
* IT literacy
* Commitment to educating junior staff
* Teamwork skills
* Understanding of current midwifery issues
* Sensitivity to diverse women's needs
* Knowledge of change management
* Excellent presentation skills
* High standards of documentation
Qualities & Attributes
* Flexibility
* Commitment to women-centred care
* Desire to further knowledge and responsibilities
Other
* Self-motivated with leadership qualities
* Ability to practice within an integrated maternity service
* Commitment to advancing maternity services
* Experience in initiating and implementing change
* Risk management knowledge and experience
* Understanding of complaints management
* Knowledge of NMC Midwives Rules and standards
* Ability to assess care needs and develop care plans
* Proactive and independent initiative
* Valid driver's license and access to a car
* Excellent interpersonal skills
Trust Values
* Ability to demonstrate alignment with trust values
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975. A disclosure check will be required.
Position: Interim Senior Community Maternity Matron
Salary: £54,320 to £60,981 per year, inclusive of HCAS
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