Job summary
The labour ward at North Bristol Trust is a dynamic and well renowed place to work. As the home of Prompt, we practice true multi disciplinary working and have established a culture that is compassionate and supportive.
We are seeking a Midwifery Manager for the labour ward, to work alongside the Maternity Matron and the Band 7 labour ward co-ordinators and patient flow team.
Are you looking for a ward manager opportunity to further develop your career? Do you enjoy working in a busy environment, supporting and caring for the team using compassionate leadership skills?
This role is an brilliant opportunity to manage and develop the service. We would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
This post will provide the clinical and managerial leadership with the Matron taking responsibility for providing a clear focus for the profession and effective clinical leadership and accountability for the service.
You will be responsible for ensuring that the team act in a manner that upholds the values of the Trust and that of the profession. Working in collaboration with the Matron and Specialty teams you will be expected to:
Participate in activity with the Specialist team to manage and develop the service in line with local and national requirements ensuring the delivery of performance targets;
Line manage a team of staff working within designated clinical area;
Work closely with Matron to ensure the efficient and effective running of area of responsibility;
Have overall responsibility for ensuring their clinical area is safe
Deputise for the Matron and form part of the Directorate senior team;
Contribute to the development of patient-centred services;
Be responsible for successful attainment of Trust and national quality and safety objectives within area of responsibility
Provide expert clinical advice and care within the clinical area
About us
Our maternity department has 5200 births each year. Our involvement in world renowned research has led to the development of PROMPT. At our last CQC inspection, we were rated as 'good', we are fully committed to building on this success.We have a consultant led Obstetric Unit with 2 HDU rooms, 9 birthing rooms and a pool room. We have an alongside birth centre and active home birth service. We host the Regional Maternal Medicine service, including a Fetal Medicine service.
We welcome and encourage applications from people of all backgrounds. We particularly encourage applications from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) and candidates from our local communities.We offer aninduction programme and will support you with achieving your career goals. You will work a day/night shift pattern, to include being part of the on-call rota.
Midwives working here describe the kindness and care that is demonstrated to each other. Great importance is placed on civility and a team ethos of going the extra mile together. Your package with us includes a lot more than just your pay and here are a few of the additional benefits that are available to you as an employee:
- Relocation allowance in line with the Trust policy
- Free staff car parking
- Physiotherapy Direct
- Career development and training opportunities
- Psychological, lifestyle and financial wellbeing support offers
- Maternity coffee shop and 'Garden room' wellbeing space.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for leadership, supervision and management of midwives or nurses, students and clinical support workers ensuring delivery of a professional, efficient and cost-effective service, in the absence of the Matron
To maintain a high standard of evidence-based care for women and their families through
Membership of the appropriate Clinical Teams forums for development of professional guidelines, best practice and contribution to the Directorate Risk Management Strategy.
To lead on the recruitment and selection of midwifery and nursing staff for the Directorate To assist in the management of the induction and orientation of new staff to the Directorate To assist in the management of sickness according to Trust Sickness Policy.
To ensure all staff receive an annual appraisal and have clear objectives that link in with the Trust objectives in support of ongoing professional development.
To be a professional role model for others, demonstrating competent and accountable clinical practice, forming good relationships with women and their families, and presenting a positive image at all times.
To challenge poor practice, with appropriate channels of support, and ultimately to instigate any necessary competency/disciplinary procedures with the Matron or supervisor of midwives team.
To have a good working knowledge of health and safety e.g. manual handling and safe disposal of waste and sharps and to be responsible for identifying, assessing and managing potential risk
Deputise for the Matron in her absence and as required
To be able to investigate and respond to complaints in line with the Trust guidance
To ensure staff attendance at Trust mandatory updates for midwives and maternity care assistants
To be responsible for the maintenance, storage and safety of equipment.
To ensure staff are trained in the use of medical and resuscitation equipment.
To be involved in the clinical governance agenda, participating in midwifery/nursing and medical audit, investigating clinical incidents and adverse outcomes in liaison with the clinical risk team.
To be responsible for the maintenance, storage and safety of equipment.
To ensure staff are trained in the use of medical and resuscitation equipment.
To challenge any threat to equality and diversity in the workplace, ensuring legislation is conformed to and staff have access to all necessary training
To have an awareness and a working understanding of child protection issues in accordance with Trust policies and procedures
To be responsible for effective resource management, maintaining stock levels e.g. stores and
pharmacy in line with budgetary requirements, and initiating action to remedy deficiencies
To be responsible for finances and human resources issues within the clinical area Strategic and Operational Responsibilities
To audit elements of care and care outcomes when requested
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will have continuing responsibility for leadership, supervision and management of midwives or nurses, students and clinical support workers ensuring delivery of a professional, efficient and cost-effective service, in the absence of the Matron
To maintain a high standard of evidence-based care for women and their families through
Membership of the appropriate Clinical Teams forums for development of professional guidelines, best practice and contribution to the Directorate Risk Management Strategy.
To lead on the recruitment and selection of midwifery and nursing staff for the Directorate To assist in the management of the induction and orientation of new staff to the Directorate To assist in the management of sickness according to Trust Sickness Policy.
To ensure all staff receive an annual appraisal and have clear objectives that link in with the Trust objectives in support of ongoing professional development.
To be a professional role model for others, demonstrating competent and accountable clinical practice, forming good relationships with women and their families, and presenting a positive image at all times.
To challenge poor practice, with appropriate channels of support, and ultimately to instigate any necessary competency/disciplinary procedures with the Matron or supervisor of midwives team.
To have a good working knowledge of health and safety e.g. manual handling and safe disposal of waste and sharps and to be responsible for identifying, assessing and managing potential risk
Deputise for the Matron in her absence and as required
To be able to investigate and respond to complaints in line with the Trust guidance
To ensure staff attendance at Trust mandatory updates for midwives and maternity care assistants
To be responsible for the maintenance, storage and safety of equipment.
To ensure staff are trained in the use of medical and resuscitation equipment.
To be involved in the clinical governance agenda, participating in midwifery/nursing and medical audit, investigating clinical incidents and adverse outcomes in liaison with the clinical risk team.
To be responsible for the maintenance, storage and safety of equipment.
To ensure staff are trained in the use of medical and resuscitation equipment.
To challenge any threat to equality and diversity in the workplace, ensuring legislation is conformed to and staff have access to all necessary training
To have an awareness and a working understanding of child protection issues in accordance with Trust policies and procedures
To be responsible for effective resource management, maintaining stock levels e.g. stores and
pharmacy in line with budgetary requirements, and initiating action to remedy deficiencies
To be responsible for finances and human resources issues within the clinical area Strategic and Operational Responsibilities
To audit elements of care and care outcomes when requested
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Practicing Midwife with management experience in a relevant setting
- Evidence of post registered education in leadership
- Knowledge and understanding of research and evidence based practice and the application to practice.
- Evidence of successful change management
Desirable
- NIPE qualification
- Motivated and reliable
Person Specification
Essential
Essential
- Practicing Midwife with management experience in a relevant setting
- Evidence of post registered education in leadership
- Knowledge and understanding of research and evidence based practice and the application to practice.
- Evidence of successful change management
Desirable
- NIPE qualification
- Motivated and reliable
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).
