Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, forward thinking midwife to join our midwifery management team as Delivery Suite Manager. This person will lead and manage the team who work on the delivery suite, the birth centre and maternity theatres.
We are looking for a highly motivated, compassionate ward manager with expert knowledge and clinical skills.
The successful applicant will need to demonstrate commitment to patient safety, quality improvement, financial stability and promote staff and family engagement.
If you have a passion for leading a team in delivering safe, high quality, family integrated care in a supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!
Main duties of the job
The post holder will have responsibility for the effective and efficient operational day to day management of the delivery suite, birth centre and maternity theatres, including budget control, clinical governance, and staff development. The post holder will demonstrate enhanced knowledge and clinical skills and be a role model, providing leadership and promoting multidisciplinary teamwork in the clinical area.
The post holder will also work in a supervisory capacity and be expected to lead and manage team performance. They will monitor and contribute to the standards of care delivered, thus enhancing the family experience, and improving patient outcomes.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents -it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live. In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job description
Job responsibilities
OPERATIONAL
Management/Leadership responsibility
- Collaborates closely with the Matron and Head of Midwifery regarding all quality performance and management issues
- Deputises for the Matron if required
- Facilitates and maintains effective communication within the multidisciplinary team and works in partnership with other service providers, leading to efficient care pathways for the woman and her baby.
- In the absence of the matron, to initiate and lead staff meetings, ensuring that the maternity are kept informed and involved in unit developments and Trust decision
Please ensure you review the detailed Job description and person specification prior to applying. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification by completing the supporting information section of the application form.
Job description
Job responsibilities
OPERATIONAL
Management/Leadership responsibility
- Collaborates closely with the Matron and Head of Midwifery regarding all quality performance and management issues
- Deputises for the Matron if required
- Facilitates and maintains effective communication within the multidisciplinary team and works in partnership with other service providers, leading to efficient care pathways for the woman and her baby.
- In the absence of the matron, to initiate and lead staff meetings, ensuring that the maternity are kept informed and involved in unit developments and Trust decision
Please ensure you review the detailed Job description and person specification prior to applying. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification by completing the supporting information section of the application form.
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- Completed and obtained RM qualification and current live PIN on NMC register.
- Mentorship
Desirable
- Professional Midwifery Advocate
- Leadership Course
- Quality Improvement
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Achievement of all midwifery competencies
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills
- Safeguarding experience
- Managing a team
Desirable
- Roster Management
- Budget Management
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Understanding and knowledge of current issues in Midwifery and NHS.
- Demonstrates application of evidence-based practice.
- Excellent IT skills
- Access to a car
- Time management skills
- Audit Skills
- Effective Conflict Resolution Skills
Person Specification
Education & Qualification
Essential
- Completed and obtained RM qualification and current live PIN on NMC register.
- Mentorship
Desirable
- Professional Midwifery Advocate
- Leadership Course
- Quality Improvement
Experience & Knowledge
Essential
- Achievement of all midwifery competencies
- Evidence of excellent interpersonal skills
- Safeguarding experience
- Managing a team
Desirable
- Roster Management
- Budget Management
Skills & Ability
Essential
- Understanding and knowledge of current issues in Midwifery and NHS.
- Demonstrates application of evidence-based practice.
- Excellent IT skills
- Access to a car
- Time management skills
- Audit Skills
- Effective Conflict Resolution Skills
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).
