About Barts Health NHS Trust
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider in Britain. We are entering an exciting new era focused on becoming an outstanding organization with a world-class clinical reputation.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, providing safe and compassionate care in east London and beyond. We prioritize patient safety, consistently high standards of harm-free care, and creating an outstanding workplace guided by our WeCare values.
Key Details
Location
Site: Newham University Hospital
Address: Glen Road, London, E13 8SL
Major/Minor Region: London
Contract & Working Pattern
Type: Permanent
Hours: Part-time, 34.5 hours/week
Salary
£51,883 - £58,544 per annum (pro-rata), Grade: Band 7
Specialty
Main Area: Midwifery
Job Overview
We seek a passionate midwife to manage MAU/Maternity Triage at Newham University Hospital, ensuring optimal resource use and effective 24-hour coverage.
Role Responsibilities
The ward manager will oversee the safe delivery of services in the Maternity Assessment Unit/Triage, ensuring high-quality, safe care, and leading the current triage system.
Working for Our Organization
We are committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, with a focus on safety, staff well-being, and inclusivity, supporting our WeCare values and promoting an inclusive environment.
Detailed Job Description & Responsibilities
Specific Duties
* Sign and approve all bank shifts by Monday 10 am, modify shifts as needed, and review times for realism.
* Prepare rosters 8 weeks in advance, review annual leave, and liaise with bank staff for shift coverage.
* Sign off previous months’ rota for pay by the 5th or prior Friday.
* Ensure accuracy of annual leave entitlements on e-roster.
* Review sick folders daily, update sick leave on e-roster, and manage staff absences.
Further details available on the full Job Description.
Our Commitment
We promote inclusion, support applications through the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, and are committed to safeguarding and child protection. We encourage active travel and sustainable practices across our sites.
Applicant Requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Minimum two years as a registered midwife
* Experience working effectively in multidisciplinary teams
Desirable Qualifications
* Team management experience
* Experience in MAU/Triage settings
* Relevant courses (PROMPT, BSOTS, Obstetric Course)
* Master’s degree or working towards it
Experience
* Clinical practice within an integrated maternity service
* Leadership skills and staff development
Knowledge
* Clinical skills (cannulation, suturing, CTG interpretation)
* IT skills (clinical systems, MS Office)
* Service development and change management
Skills
* Degree-qualified Midwife with mentorship qualification
* Ability to lead, motivate, and coach staff
Documents
* Job-related PDFs and policies
Further Details / Contact
Name: Marian Gomoh, Midwifery Matron
Email: [email protected]
Telephone: 02073638427
Availability: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays (8 am - 6 pm)
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