Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, inspirational and motivated midwifery leader to join the senior Midwifery team . We are looking for a talented, passionate and driven Senior Midwife to take continue our transformation and development of maternity services.
Due to promotion of the current post holder, we are delighted to be recruiting to the role of Deputy Head of Midwifery.
Working in close partnership with the Director of Midwifery and Women's Services, the Head of Midwifery, and the leadership team, the Deputy Head of Midwifery will be responsible for leading and embedding positive cultural, professional, and clinical change across our services.
Main duties of the job
To provide professional leadership and direction to Midwives working across the Health Board, promoting the highest standards in a quality, learning environment with the aim to:
Ensure adherence to all NMC standardsImproving the experience of women who use the serviceDevelop and monitor evidence based practicePromoting best practice and implementing innovations in care
The post holder will be required to communicate complex, sensitive and contentious information where there are significant barriers to acceptance. The post holder would be required to overcome these communication difficulties.
Provide line management for the Midwifery Matrons and the Lead Midwife for Governance & Risk.
Work collaboratively with all midwives who contribute to achieving the aims of "Maternity Care in Wales, A Five Year Vision for the Future (2019-2024)" (Welsh Government).
To ensure efficient and effective use of the midwifery resources in conjunction with the Head of Midwifery.
To ensure effective operational and line management for all midwifery staff.To act as key member of the service team, contributing fully to the development, delivery and achievement of the Health Board and Service Group objectives with the ability to deputise for the Head of Midwifery in her absence.
Contribute to the strategic policies for midwifery services.To participate in Maternity and children's services on-call arrangement.
About us
We believe staff are our best asset and wewant you to be happy and confident about starting your career here in Swansea Bay University Health Board.
As one of the biggest healthcare groups in the UK we can offer a wealth of professional training and development opportunities in an innovative, forward-thinking organisation.
You might be a nurse ordoctor, maybe you specialise in a health science/therapy or can offer skills in one of our support services - wehave a job for you.
There are also apprenticeships, work placementsand volunteering roles available.
We are an inclusive employer and welcome applications from everyone whatever their sex; religion or belief; race; age; sexual orientation; gender identity or, whether they are pregnant or have recently been on maternity leave, married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled.
Our values - Caring For Each Other, Working Together and Always Improving, show thatour commitment to equality is at the heart of everything we do.
If you want excellent career and training opportunities while living on the doorstep of some of Europe's most spectacular scenery,with all the benefits of a thriving and cosmopolitan city - look no further.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.
You will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents or please click Apply now to view in Trac.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife (active NMC registration)
- Recognised management qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Degree level or equivalent professional qualification
- Masters level qualification or evidence of continuous management development to Masters level and commitment to undertake the relevant Masters level study
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of the maternity services with evidence of holding Midwifery management posts within an NHS organisation
- In depth knowledge of the quality and safety requirements of the maternity service which includes governance processes /risk management and audit
- Knowledge and experience of achieving the professional regulatory requirements as set out by the NMC
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Adults/Children including the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act
- Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies
- Knowledge and understanding of current policy and issues in professional pratice, complaince, standards and the wider NHS
Desirable
- Experience of using techniques to involve staff and patients in service improvements
Skills
Essential
- Person Centered Care: Demonstrates in everyday work, organisational values and role models person centered approaches to care
- Team Working: ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff; take time to listen, understand and involve people, receptive to appropriate change
- Effective communication skills: ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, clinical staff and other agencies. Communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly
- Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals and do the right thing for every person
- Leadership: able to work as an inspirational leader and work effectively external or partner organisations e.g. TU's, stakeholders and clinicians, managers and other staff
- Coping with pressure: highly resilient with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks; ability to maintain composure and set high standards of behaviour when under pressure
- Service Improvement: ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service; ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances to improve patient care. Positive attitude, seek out learning, and continually develop our skills and services
- Organisation and Planning: ability to cope with effectively managing and organising a wide range of complex services throughout areas of responsibility ensuring clear and unequivocal focus on quality and safety
- Problem Solving: evidence of an enquiring and critical approach to solving work problems. Ability to analyse complex facts and use judgment as well previous experience
- Information Technology: IT skills & experience in the use of software
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- European Computer Driving License
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
- Attend meeting outside the Health Board as required
- Ability to be take part in the Health Board Maternity Managerial on- call process
Experience
Essential
- A demonstrable track record of achievement in a midwifery manager position and proven experience of clinical leadership at a management level
- Financial management experience including evidence of delivery within budgets and time scales
- Direct experience of major service and organisation change
- Proven track record in practice development
- Experience of leading and managing service development and evidence of achieving improvement
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife (active NMC registration)
- Recognised management qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience
- Degree level or equivalent professional qualification
- Masters level qualification or evidence of continuous management development to Masters level and commitment to undertake the relevant Masters level study
Knowledge
Essential
- Extensive knowledge of the maternity services with evidence of holding Midwifery management posts within an NHS organisation
- In depth knowledge of the quality and safety requirements of the maternity service which includes governance processes /risk management and audit
- Knowledge and experience of achieving the professional regulatory requirements as set out by the NMC
- Knowledge of Safeguarding Adults/Children including the Mental Health Act and Mental Capacity Act
- Knowledge of quality improvement methodologies
- Knowledge and understanding of current policy and issues in professional pratice, complaince, standards and the wider NHS
Desirable
- Experience of using techniques to involve staff and patients in service improvements
Skills
Essential
- Person Centered Care: Demonstrates in everyday work, organisational values and role models person centered approaches to care
- Team Working: ability to develop effective working relationships on an individual and multi-disciplinary basis with all levels of staff; take time to listen, understand and involve people, receptive to appropriate change
- Effective communication skills: ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, patients, clinical staff and other agencies. Communicate openly and honestly and explain things clearly
- Empathy and sensitivity: ability to listen, understand and involve people; see people as individuals and do the right thing for every person
- Leadership: able to work as an inspirational leader and work effectively external or partner organisations e.g. TU's, stakeholders and clinicians, managers and other staff
- Coping with pressure: highly resilient with the ability to work effectively under pressure and cope with setbacks; ability to maintain composure and set high standards of behaviour when under pressure
- Service Improvement: ability and drive to use information and experience to improve the service; ability to adapt and respond to changing circumstances to improve patient care. Positive attitude, seek out learning, and continually develop our skills and services
- Organisation and Planning: ability to cope with effectively managing and organising a wide range of complex services throughout areas of responsibility ensuring clear and unequivocal focus on quality and safety
- Problem Solving: evidence of an enquiring and critical approach to solving work problems. Ability to analyse complex facts and use judgment as well previous experience
- Information Technology: IT skills & experience in the use of software
Desirable
- Ability to speak Welsh
- European Computer Driving License
Other Job Requirements
Essential
- Ability to travel between sites in a timely manner
- Attend meeting outside the Health Board as required
- Ability to be take part in the Health Board Maternity Managerial on- call process
Experience
Essential
- A demonstrable track record of achievement in a midwifery manager position and proven experience of clinical leadership at a management level
- Financial management experience including evidence of delivery within budgets and time scales
- Direct experience of major service and organisation change
- Proven track record in practice development
- Experience of leading and managing service development and evidence of achieving improvement
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).
