Job overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an experienced Midwife to join our Broomfield Antenatal Clinic as our new Midwifery Team Leader 

If successful, you will be responsible for the management and clinical leadership of the maternity team supporting the MDT of staff across the service to ensure all provide high quality, women centered care in an efficient / effective manner 

As a team we care about building trusting relationships with women to ensure a positive experience throughout their maternity journey. 

So if you would like to be a big part of driving forward positive experiences for our staff and patients, we'd like to hear from you. 

Main duties of the job

If successful, you will be responsible for leading a defined team consisting of Band 5 and Band 6 midwives, as well as maternity support workers. You will be expected to provide strong leadership by fostering a cohesive and motivated team environment, facilitating effective team building, and ensuring clear communication of goals and expectations. A key part of your role will involve organising and coordinating the activities of team members, prioritising tasks effectively, and setting clear, measurable objectives aligned with departmental and organisational goals.

In addition, you will be accountable for the performance management of both the team’s clinical activity and individual staff members. This will be achieved through a structured and supportive annual appraisal process, in accordance with trust policy, alongside the implementation of appropriate HR procedures where necessary. You will be expected to identify and address performance issues proactively, support professional development, and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and high-quality care delivery.

Working for our organisation

We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers.
 
From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook – if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us.
 
We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress.