Job summary We are seeking an inspirational manager with a passion for low risk birth choices both in a hospital setting and at home. A manager who supports the development of both MLU / Homebirth sustainability and meeting the case loading demands for patients who meet the enhanced care threshold. You must possess strong leadership qualities and have the ability to implement new initiatives and the courage to drive forward future development, while working in partnership with other maternity managers. You must demonstrate excellent communication skills and be able to challenge, when appropriate, to ensure competence and compassion is embraced by all. You will monitor and continually review performance, effectiveness and user satisfaction on the Midwife Led Unit, homebirth service and case loading team. The Maternity Led Unit is a 3 bedded department that supports low risk hospital birth. The homebirth Service is supported by the current MLU staffing model and the community midwife team covering the MCHT care boundary. The Case loading Team provides antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care to those patients who have been identified as benefiting from an enhanced care pathway. The role of MLU maternity manager will be accountable for all 3 service areas and will support the continuous improvement project towards a sustainable model of care for Low risk birth. Main duties of the job The role will include but not be limited to Daily operational running of the MLU, homebirth service and enhanced care case loading team. Line management of all midwifery and support staff within the team. Service and quality improvement - development, implementation and maintenance of standards management of budget inclusive of staffing, equipment, premises and supplies multi disciplinary working Clinical leadership and the maintenance of clinical credibility. Provide support to colleagues and the senior management team About us Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (MCHFT) provides good quality, safe and effective healthcare to the people of Cheshire and beyond. The Trust, which manages Leighton Hospital in Crewe, Victoria Infirmary in Northwich, and Elmhurst Intermediate Care Centre in Winsford, was established as an NHS Trust in April 1991 and became a Foundation Trust in April 2008. We employ almost 5,000 members of staff, provide around 540 hospital beds, with a range of services including accident and emergency, maternity, outpatients, therapies, and children's health. The Trust is also part of Central Cheshire Integrated Care Partnership (CCICP), a unique local health partnership that provides a range of community services for people across South Cheshire and Vale Royal. During the Coronavirus pandemic, the Trust was recognised nationally for its 'Be Safe Be EquiPPEd' campaign, which aimed to make the Trust as safe as possible for staff and patients, through supporting the correct use of PPE. The results in the 2020 national NHS Staff Survey showed improvements in all elements of the safety culture theme, with 92% of respondents feeling their role made a difference to our patients. We were also recognised nationally for our workforce health and wellbeing initiatives. At Mid Cheshire, we value our staff and appreciate that in order to give our patients the best quality, compassionate care, we also need to look after our colleagues. Details Date posted 04 December 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £47,810 to £54,710 a year pa, pro rata Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours Reference number 412-W&C-7498213 Job locations Leighton Hospital Middlewich Road Crewe CW1 4QJ Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job descriptionfor full details of roles and responsibilities. We welcome prospective candidates to contact us for further discussion and to visit us prior to application or interview. Job description Job responsibilities Please see attached job descriptionfor full details of roles and responsibilities. We welcome prospective candidates to contact us for further discussion and to visit us prior to application or interview. Person Specification Skills Essential 5 years at band 6 experience in inpatient care excellent clinical skills Desirable management experience Knowledge Essential national drivers managerial responsibilies safety/risk recent study/learning Desirable governance staffing/staff problems Qualifications Essential NMC management/leadership training Desirable teaching/assessing NIPE Person Specification Skills Essential 5 years at band 6 experience in inpatient care excellent clinical skills Desirable management experience Knowledge Essential national drivers managerial responsibilies safety/risk recent study/learning Desirable governance staffing/staff problems Qualifications Essential NMC management/leadership training Desirable teaching/assessing NIPE 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 Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Leighton Hospital Middlewich Road Crewe CW1 4QJ Employer's website https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name Mid Cheshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Leighton Hospital Middlewich Road Crewe CW1 4QJ Employer's website https://www.mcht.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)