Job summary
Band 7 Delivery Suite Ward Manager
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Maternity Services at Oxford University Hospital's NHS Foundation Trust for an exceptional, committed, and motivated midwife for the post of Delivery Suite Ward Manager
The Band 7 midwife has continuing responsibility while on duty to manage Delivery Suite, including assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards.
The Midwife will facilitate innovative and evidence based midwifery practice through professional leadership and supporting the clinical team.
The post holder will have managerial responsibility for a group of staff working within their practice area.
The individual must have a strong commitment to midwifery practice, safety and have excellent organisational and leadership skills. The successful candidate will provide clinical leadership ensuring that the team philosophy promotes and reflects optimal standards of care for pregnant women and their families.
If you are passionate about Intrapartum Maternity Services, wish to influence the development of the service and can support staff in the Trust's core values we would like to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
Role Summary:
The band 7 midwife has continuing responsibility while on duty to manage delivery suite or equivalent sphere of midwifery practice, including assessment of care needs, the development, implementation and evaluation of programmes of care and the setting of standards.
The Midwife will facilitate innovative and evidence based midwifery practice through professional leadership and supporting the clinical team
He/she will have managerial responsibility for a group of staff working within their practice area.
The Midwife will act as a credible and professional role model and encourage and empower other staff to develop both personally and professionally to achieve their maximum potential
The Midwife will liaise with all members of the multidisciplinary team and facilitate a collaborative approach to women, their baby's and their family's care to promote the close integration of community and hospital based care.
The Midwife will report directly to and develop close working relationships with the the Director of Midwifery/Clinical Midwifery Manager on operational and general management issues and clinical issues relevant to their practice area/team.
The Midwife will liaise with members of the OBU Midwifery education team to develop an effective learning environment for students and new members of staff.
The Midwife will assist the Director of Midwifery/Clinical Midwifery Matron in achieving the strategic objectives for the Maternity service.
About us
Here in Oxfordshire, we offer women and healthcare professionals a unique set up of our Maternity Services where around 7200 babies are born annually. We have 4 stand-alone Midwifery Led Birth units within the county based at Banbury, Chipping Norton, Wantage and Wallingford as well as offering home births to all areas. There is also an integrated birth unit where around 10% of birthing people choose to go in labour. As a large Tertiary hospital, the John Radcliffe offers a large Delivery Suite with an en-suite birthing pool room, 3 Maternity theatres and a specific Maternity Recovery Ward. There are specialist services such as the Fetal and Maternal Medicine Team and Bereavement Team.
For those working with us, we have a named Maternity Psychologist 3 days a week to support all staff, as well as an ever-expanding team of Professional Midwifery Advocates to provide pastoral support. For those wishing to develop their careers and skills, we have a core Practice Development Team who can guide staff with their career options and development opportunities. We strive to ensure every member of our team feels valued and to have the confidence to speak up and be heard.
We truly believe that supporting our staff to feel happy and well-supported within their work environment, will ensure the best quality of care for the birthing people who access our services.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Descriptions for Delivery Suite Manager and Delivery Suite Coordinator for more information. The post holder will work clinically as a Delivery Suite Coordinator when service needs require.
If you are interested in applying for the post, we would welcome your application. If you wish to discuss this post or find out further information, please contact:
Kate.Eadie Clinical Midwifery Matron
kate.eadie@ouh.nhs.uk
01865 221989
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached Job Descriptions for Delivery Suite Manager and Delivery Suite Coordinator for more information. The post holder will work clinically as a Delivery Suite Coordinator when service needs require.
If you are interested in applying for the post, we would welcome your application. If you wish to discuss this post or find out further information, please contact:
Kate.Eadie Clinical Midwifery Matron
kate.eadie@ouh.nhs.uk
01865 221989
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered MIdwife with NMC
- Has a Midwifery or Nursing degree or equivalent experience
- Evidence of ongoing education development
- Significant experience within intrapartum care
Desirable
- 3 years experience as a midwife
- Management/Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of clinical midwifery experience acquired through practice
- Recent intrapartum experience
- Ability to manage complex caseload
- Able to work as an advocate for women, families, and colleagues
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
- Demonstrable professional leadership and negotiating skills
- Ability to undertake audit
- IT skills i.e., report writing and data entry and analysis as necessary
Desirable
- Knowledge of safe staffing and roster software
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Highly self-motivated, positive and enthusiastic
- Leadership skills and ability to motivate a team
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with the multi-professional team
- Able to support staff to make judgements about clinical situations
- Ability to adapt behaviour to changing circumstances
Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed knowledge of current UK midwifery Issues
- Understanding of wider NHS agenda and drivers for change
- Knowledge of clinical governance processes
Person Specification
Professional Qualifications
Essential
- Registered MIdwife with NMC
- Has a Midwifery or Nursing degree or equivalent experience
- Evidence of ongoing education development
- Significant experience within intrapartum care
Desirable
- 3 years experience as a midwife
- Management/Leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of clinical midwifery experience acquired through practice
- Recent intrapartum experience
- Ability to manage complex caseload
- Able to work as an advocate for women, families, and colleagues
Skills and Aptitude
Essential
- Demonstrable professional leadership and negotiating skills
- Ability to undertake audit
- IT skills i.e., report writing and data entry and analysis as necessary
Desirable
- Knowledge of safe staffing and roster software
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Highly self-motivated, positive and enthusiastic
- Leadership skills and ability to motivate a team
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate with the multi-professional team
- Able to support staff to make judgements about clinical situations
- Ability to adapt behaviour to changing circumstances
Knowledge
Essential
- Detailed knowledge of current UK midwifery Issues
- Understanding of wider NHS agenda and drivers for change
- Knowledge of clinical governance processes
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.
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.
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
Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Delivery Suite, Womens Centre John Radcliffe
Headley Way
Oxford
OX3 9DU
Employer's website
https://www.ouh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
