Job summary
- Main area
- Maternity
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Part time - 22.5 hours per week
- Job ref
- 176-M-7550441-B
- Employer
- North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Peterborough City Hospital
- Town
- Peterborough
- Salary
- £49,387 - £56,515 per annum pro-rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 05/08/2026 23:59
Employer heading
Antenatal and Postnatal Hospital Services Ward Manager - Peterborough
Band 7
Job overview
Join Our Team as the Antenatal and Postnatal Hospital Maternity Services Ward Manager.
Are you a passionate, dedicated, and experienced midwife keen to lead a team that makes a real difference in the lives of women, birthing people and their families across Cambridgeshire, Greater Peterborough and surrounding borders.
We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Antenatal and Postnatal Hospital Maternity Services Ward Manager, to join our innovative senior midwifery team and help shape the future of hospital based maternity services.
About the Role:
This role combines expert clinical practice with strong leadership and team development. You will support and guide staff, foster a positive and collaborative culture, and drive continuous improvement in the quality of care we deliver. Your proactive approach and professional expertise will help ensure high standards are maintained, staff feel supported, and the service continues to evolve to meet the needs of our community.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the effective line management of staff within the area of responsibility and has clinical responsibility for the safe and effective care delivery within their Ward Area.
The post holder will be responsible for safe and effective day to day operational management and clinical leadership of the midwifery services, within the area. Will be expected to lead a team, team build, organise others in their actions and set priorities, objectives and goals within their sphere of responsibility. Will be expected to performance manage both the activity and members of the team. To maintain a high quality, working environment in which staff can maximise their potential and further develop their skills in clinical practice.
The maternity unit environment is both unpredictable and challenging. The post holder will be faced with many competing demands for attention and will be expected to exercise excellent judgement in dealing clinical needs.
*Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice*
Working for our organisation
We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
What We Are Looking For:
- A qualified midwife with substantial experience in antenatal and postnatal inpatient care.
- A confident leader who can manage, motivate, and support a team within a busy maternity environment.
- Proven ability to provide expert clinical advice and ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care.
- Experience in the day-to-day operational management of a clinical area, including staff supervision, prioritisation, and workload management.
- A proactive approach to the development of midwifery practice and continuous service improvement.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with colleagues and families.
Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, particularly in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment. - A commitment to staff development, fostering a positive working culture where individuals can thrive and reach their potential.
Why Join Us?
Impact: Play a pivotal role in shaping maternity services and improving outcomes for families in our hospitals.
Growth: Access to continuous training and professional development, empowering you to reach your full potential.
Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional life.
Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values your expertise and input.
If you are a passionate midwife with a leadership mindset, and you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the hospital services, we want to hear from you!
Apply now and be a part of a forward-thinking team that truly values the care of women and birthing people.
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Person specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential criteria
- Leadership and team building skills
- Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
- Can demonstrate good presentation skills
Desirable criteria
- Good report writing skills
- Significant IT Skills
- Project management skills
Experience
Essential criteria
- Midwifery experience in all clinical areas
- Line Management experience
- Experience of multidisciplinary working
- Can demonstrate involvement in change management
- Working knowledge of computerised maternity records
Desirable criteria
- Previous experience co-ordinating and chairing multidisciplinary meetings
- Previous budget management experience
- Evidence of involvement in audit cycles and reviewing practice
Education & Qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered Midwife
- Relevant Degree or evidence of further study and experience to the equivalent
- Up to date professional portfolio demonstrating evidence of personal and professional development
- Evidence of a leadership/management course or equivalent
Desirable criteria
- Master’s qualification
- ALSO/NLS/ILS Course
Employer certification / accreditation badges
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application numbers
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Emma Clark or Elita Mazzocchi
- Job title
- Deputy Head of Midwifery
- Email address
- [email protected]
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