About this role
Job summary
This is a part-time, 22.5hrs per week role, fixed term till 31-Mar-2027..
We are seeking a MIS Lead, and Antenatal and Community Services Matron to lead on the delivery and be accountable for monitoring compliance with the six safety actions within MIS (year 8) at Harrogate District Foundation Trust Maternity services.
The service provides high quality, evidence based care to around 1700 births per year. We treat people as individuals and empower them to make decisions about their care and support their choices. Alongside this we aim to create an environment where our staff feel valued and appreciated, given the time, the skills and the support to provide the care they aspire to.
The individual we are looking for will have excellent interpersonal skills and is willing to embrace a new challenge. This is an exciting development opportunity to consolidate and enhance project management skills, operational management, leadership, knowledge, experience and skills.
You will have had experience of working in all areas of maternity and show a passion for supporting choices. You will be aware of the national ambition for maternity services and be able to work closely with our regional team in order to deliver improved perinatal outcomes.
Main duties of the job
The successful candidate will be required to undertake a range of duties as described on the job description. Some of the key aspects of the role are highlighted below:
The post holder will lead on the delivery and be accountable for monitoring compliance withthe six safety actions within the Maternity Incentive Scheme (year 8) and will report to relevant governance groups. The post holder will prepare reports, lead meetings and present papers at key regulatory maternity meetings. The post holder will ensure the principles of clinical governance are implemented at a local level and across the wider directorate. The post holder will be a proven change agent and role model, who can demonstrate a visionary and innovative approach to care with a good understanding of the local and national health agenda. Support the Head of Midwifery and the Associate Director of Midwifery and Children's Services in responsibility for the leadership, operational, professional development and governance of midwifery and maternity services at HDFT. Provide senior credible midwifery voice in a variety of settings, attending meetings and forums, challenging where necessary to ensure compassion in care is of the highest possible standard within the Trust, and promoting maternity services at all times. Support the Head of Midwifery and Associate Director of Midwifery and Children's Services in meeting the organisational, regional and national strategic maternity agenda
About us
Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust (HDFT) cares for the population in Harrogate and the local area, as well as across North Yorkshire, Leeds and parts of the North East.
At HDFT we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff and we value Kindness, Integrity, Teamwork and Equality. If you're looking for an interesting and rewarding career in the NHS, where you can make a real difference to patients' lives, HDFT could be the place for you!
We offer colleagues:
A supportive culture so colleagues can bring their whole selves to work. Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise achievements with our Making a Difference & Team of the Month Awards, along with annual Colleague Recognition Awards. Employee Support and wellbeing - we offer a wide range of staff benefits including an Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and a fast-track Physiotherapy service. Please note:
Due to high levels of interest, posts may close early if we reach a sufficient number of applications Visa sponsorship is only available for certain roles. Please ensure the role you are interested in meets the criteria for a visa before submitting your application. Please also be aware that the Trust does not offer relocation packages for Agenda for Change roles.
Job description Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description for more information about the roles and responsibilities or please contact Dawn Edmundson on [email protected].
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Registered Midwife with current NMC Registration Educated or working towards a masters Professional and clinical competance Teaching and assessing qualification
Desirable
Leadership development training Project management qualification
Experience Essential
Recent experience at senior clinical/managerial level Proven leadership and management skills Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary team Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable
Involvement in clinical audit and/or research
Knowledge Essential
Detailed understanding of MIS (year 8) safety actions
Desirable
Experience of leading patient involvement/ patient feedback initiatives.
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 Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust
Address Harrogate District Hospital
Lancaster Park Road
Harrogate
HG2 7SX
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)