Job overview

We are seeking an experienced, passionate midwife to take on a joint leadership role across our Triage and Birth Centre. This is a unique opportunity for someone who can champion a physiological, low risk birth centre, while also confidently leading a team within the busy environment of labour ward triage.

The role will demonstrate clinical expertise in both areas and will involve teaching the BSOTS pathway to all qualified staff employed within the maternity unit. Using the BSOTS (Birmingham Symptom Specific Obstetric Triage System) as the unique safety tool for maternity care provides an intuitive system to clinically prioritise care for pregnant women attending the triage department and ideal opportunity to risk assess and signpost to our Midwifery led Birth Centre.

At UHCW we are incredibly privileged to a have a 3 bedded MLU, that is welcoming, calming and supportive, this role will be a unique opportunity to combine the skills of a triage manager, alongside supporting staff who choose to work within Lucina.

He/she will be expected to ensure the provision of a high-quality service to women and their families in line with best practice, local, regional and national guidance.

Overseas applicants please only apply if you are registered with the NMC and are active on the register and already in receipt of UK PIN

Successful applicants will be required to provide an immunisation and vaccination report, from either their current UK occupational health provider or their UK GP. 

Main duties of the job

The Ward Manager post will focus on the day-to-day operational management and leadership for the staff and services provided on the Birth Centre and Labour Ward Triage . He/she will demonstrate professional expertise supporting  births agreed outside of guidance.  The postholder will be expected to maintain clinical expertise, undertaking Band 7 duties in line with the needs of the service and be required to work clinical as required.

Accountable for own actions in accordance with the Code of Professional Conduct. Will contribute to corporate objectives, and performance targets, acting within local, Trust and statutory guidelines and policies at all times.

Highly developed communication skills enabling maintenance of high-quality service and ensuring timely management and resolution of unexpected events and situations. Undertake bleep-holder and on call responsibilities for the maternity unit on a regular basis.

A knowledgeable leader and resource for staff, advising on national, local and Trust policy and procedures/guidelines, ensuring that clinical governance is embedded in practice. Will support staff and users in service and policy development within a defined area/specialty.

Secondment will be considered for internal candidates – If you are successful after interview, you must obtain approval from your current line manager to accept the offer.

Working for our organisation

University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust, rated as good by the Care Quality Commission, is one of the largest teaching Trusts in the UK.

We are extremely proud of our employees across our hospital sites, with high quality patient care at the heart of everything we do.

Boasting some of the most modern facilities in Western Europe, the Trust is renowned for being at the forefront of research and innovation as part of its blossoming reputation as a worldwide leader in healthcare.

We are proud to be recognised as a Pathway to Excellence® designated organisation – please click the link for further details about this prestigious award. Pathway To Excellence ® - University Hospitals Coventry & Warwickshire (uhcw.nhs.uk)

By joining our exciting journey, you will form part of a passionate, talented team and will be able to access a wide range of learning and development opportunities. There has never been a better time to join our team.

The Trust is committed to building an organisation that makes full use of the talents, skills, experience, and different perspectives available in our diverse society. We want everyone to feel they are respected, valued, can achieve their potential and receive the most appropriate and relevant care. We will create an environment where the equality and human rights principles of fairness, respect, equality, dignity and autonomy are promoted and are part of the organisation's core values.