About this role
Job summary
We are looking for an experienced Midwife who is passionate about antenatal care, high profile, accessible and a responsive leader with patient, staff, service and resource responsibility.
The postholder will encourage team working, organise others in their actions and set priorities, objectives and goals and will be able to make proactive evidence-based decisions within their scope of professional practice.
You will be expected to lead a team, organise and achieve outlined objectives and goals set within the UHCW vision.
Within the management role you will be required to manage a roster, budget, sickness, appraisals and quality improvement projects.
The postholder will be proficient in demonstrating strong leadership skills. Facing many competing demands and be expected to exercise excellent judgement in dealing with both clinical and managerial challenges. The post holder will be required to work closely with other ward managers, Matrons, Labour Ward Coordinators and the multi-disciplinary team.
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 Antenatal Ward. 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.
About us
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.
Job description Job responsibilities
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. Responsible for identifying and assessing complex clinical and non-clinical issues, implementing resolutions and monitoring/auditing outcomes. Responsible for interdepartmental/organisational activities including HR; budget management; complaints. Demonstrate highly technical and/or practical skills to ensure optimum patient management including; complex patient monitoring; equipment management and administration of invasive tests/procedures. Responsible for education and development of staff and service in an identified area through appraisal and business planning cycles. Utilise and ensure others utilise information and IT systems to secure accurate and timely patient, workforce and resource data available. Regularly manage expected and unexpected clinical events requiring high but unpredictable levels of physical effort according to patient dependency/clinical need.
For further details of the role please see the attached job description.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
oDegree in Midwifery. oCurrent Professional Registration. oEvidence of CPD. oTeaching and assessing qualification.
Desirable
oNIPE trained or willingness to undertake oMaster's degree
Experience Essential
oExtensive post registration experience in all areas of Midwifery. oUnderstanding of budget management oProfessional clinical experience in appropriate specialty oHighly developed communication skills oAbility to successfully manage people and change oExperience of conflict management oA good understanding of HR policy
Desirable
oExperience in research and audit oPrevious experience in practice Development/education o/ project planning
Knowledge Essential
oPost-registration experience working at senior/Managerial level oA knowledgeable clinician with the ability to apply evidence to practice oAn understanding of current issues relating to the NHS oA knowledge of professional policies and procedures oKnowledge of clinical governance & a commitment to clinical supervision and staff development oCurrent knowledge of national initiatives directly impacting on Directorate specialities
Skills Essential
oExcellent understanding of IT and technology oAble to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively oGood management of own and others time oAble to use initiative and make decisions oAnalyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions oAbility to lead and work as part of a multidisciplinary team in a clinical Directorate management model oStrong leadership skills
Desirable
oLeadership course (accredited or nationally recognised) oManagement of change oExperience if Audit
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours Essential
oMust be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's values. (As detailed in UHCW's Values in Action document below) oApplicants applying for job roles with managerial responsibility will be required to demonstrate evidence of promoting equal opportunities through work experience
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship 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).
Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire NHS Trust
Address University Hospitals Coventry and Warwickshire
Clifford Bridge Road
Coventry
CV2 2DX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.jobsatuhcw.co.uk (Opens in a new tab)