Job overview
We are seeking an exceptional Midwifery Matron to lead Harrogate District Foundation Trust Maternity services through this exciting time of maternity transformation. The service provides high quality, evidence based care to around 1700 births per year. We treat people as individuals and empower them to make decisions about their care and support their choices. Alongside this we want to create an environment where our staff feel valued and appreciated, given the time, the skills and the support to provide the care they aspire to.
The individual we are looking for will have excellent interpersonal skills and is willing to embrace a new challenge. This is an exciting development opportunity to consolidate and enhance operational management, leadership, knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have had experience of working in all areas of maternity and show a passion for supporting choices. You will be aware of the national ambition for maternity services and be able to work closely with our local maternity and neonatal system and regional team in order to deliver improved perinatal outcomes.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a range of duties as described on the job description. Some of the key aspects of the role are highlighted below:
* Support the Head of Midwifery and the Associate Director of Midwifery in responsibility for the leadership, operational, professional development and governance of midwifery and maternity services at HDFT.
* Provide senior credible midwifery voice in a variety of settings, attending meetings and forums, challenging where necessary to ensure compassion in care is of the highest possible standard within the Trust, and promoting maternity services at all times.
* Support the Head of Midwifery and Associate Director of Midwifery in meeting the organisational, regional and national strategic maternity agenda, by overseeing and managing the day to day operational needs of the service.
* Play a leading role in the support, supervision and development of staff in the clinical area. Support the development of programs of induction and preceptorship of staff.
* Provide leadership and support to the midwifery staff, medical staff, maternity support workers and other members of the multi-disciplinary team.
Working for our organisation
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you’re looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients’ lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
* A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work.
* Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards.
* Employee Support and wellbeing – we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service.
Please note:
* Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications
* Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application.
* Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
* Registered Midwife with current NMC Registration
* Educated or working towards a masters
* Professional and clinical competance
* Teaching and assessing qualification
Desirable criteria
* Leadership development training
* Project management qualification
Experience
Essential criteria
* Recent experience at senior clinical/managerial level
* Proven leadership and management skills
* Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team
* Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
* Involvement in clinical audit and/or research