NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC) is one of the largest health care systems in the United Kingdom, employing approximately 40,000 staff across a wide range of clinical and non‑clinical professions and roles. It delivers acute hospital, primary, community and mental health services to a population of over 1.15 million people, and to a wider population of 2.2 million when regional and national services are included.
The Role
Are you an experienced Labour Ward Midwife looking to take the next step in your clinical leadership career? We are looking for a highly motivated, compassionate, and expert Registered Midwife to join our dynamic and developing leadership team as a Charge Midwife on the Labour Suite.
Our maternity services provide care for over 12,000 women annually across three large obstetric‑led units. We are committed to delivering safe, effective, and person‑centred care in line with The Best Start national strategy. As a Charge Midwife, you will be responsible for the day‑to‑day coordination of the Labour Suite, providing strong clinical leadership and expert midwifery practice. You will ensure high standards of care, act as a role model to staff, and work within the multi‑disciplinary team to deliver a positive and safe environment for women, families, and staff.
Duration, Location, and Working Pattern
* Location: Queen Elizabeth University Hospital Maternity Unit
* Permanent contract
* Part‑time position (35.5 hours per week)
* Shift pattern: 12 hours, days and nights
* Salary is pro‑rata for part‑time posts
Key Responsibilities
* Clinical Leadership: coordinating the shift, managing workload, and redeploying staff to meet changing needs.
* Safety & Governance: ensuring compliance with NHSGGC policies, clinical governance, and managing risks.
* Mentorship: supporting and educating junior staff, students, and the wider team.
* Expert Care: providing direct, high‑quality care to women with complex needs in high‑risk settings.
Qualifications, Training, and Experience
You will be a registered Midwife on the NMC Register, likely educated to degree level, with significant post‑registration experience (typically 5 years) in a relevant acute area.
What You Will Have
* Demonstrable experience of service improvement and leadership.
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and decision‑making skills.
* A passion for delivering kind, compassionate, and personalised care.
Benefits
We offer a wide range of supportive policies designed to enhance your employee journey, including a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, Cycle to Work Scheme, bursary scheme and extensive learning and development opportunities.
* A minimum of 27 days annual leave, increasing with length of service, plus public holidays
* Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme, including life insurance benefits
* Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme
* Development opportunities including study bursaries, e‑learning and classroom‑based courses
* Enhanced pay for working public holidays
* NHS discounts on a wide range of goods and services
* Confidential employee support and assistance, including counselling and psychological therapies
Equal Opportunities
NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde encourages applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion and are proud of the diverse workforce we employ. By signing the Armed Forces Covenant, NHSGGC has pledged its commitment to being a Forces Friendly Employer. We welcome applications from across the Armed Forces community and recognise military skills, experience and qualifications throughout the recruitment and selection process.
From 1 April 2026, the Agenda for Change full‑time working week will reduce from 37 hours to 36 hours. Part‑time working hours will be reduced on a pro‑rata basis. A corresponding increase in the hourly rate will apply, ensuring that overall pay remains unchanged. NHSGGC recognises the importance of work‑life balance and is committed to offering a range of flexible working options where service needs allow.
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