Lead Midwife

Finegreen are currently working with a large NHS Trust based in South East England, looking to appoint a senior midwife on an interim basis to work as Head of Midwifery for an initial period of 3 months, but likely to extend.
Ensure that care delivered to women and their babies is safe, evidence based and meets their individual needs;
Manage the midwifery service, encompassing both acute and primary care settings to provide a seamless integrated pathway of care for a service that spans pregnancy, delivery and the postnatal period;
The post holder will be the line manager for the Midwifery Matrons, Consultant Midwife, Deputy Head of Midwifery, safeguarding midwives and the safeguarding nurse for children; through line management will develop a culture of accountability and effective performance management throughout the service;
Working with the Trust’s Quality and Patient Safety Team, ensure appropriate clinical governance, risk management, quality and safety arrangements are in place for Women’s, Children’s and Sexual Health Services;
Lead the workforce planning process for maternity services, ensuring appropriate skill mix and safe staffing levels. currently on NMC Register;
Ideally hold MSc level midwifery qualification / post graduate management qualification;
A proven track record of operational service management at a senior level in an acute hospital environment, including staff management, financial management and change management;
Clear and thorough knowledge of midwifery issues, including statutory frameworks and national policies.
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