Band 7 - Ward Manager, Postnatal Inpatient Services, Maternity

West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust; Garston; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Garston is seeking an experienced Band 7 Postnatal Ward Manager for a 6-month contract. The role involves leading the postnatal team, ensuring high standards of care for women and newborns. Ideal candidates will have strong leadership and clinical skills in postnatal care, along with a commitment to compassionate and effective team management.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Opportunities for professional development

Qualifications

• Experience as a midwife with specialization in postnatal care.
• Ability to manage and lead a healthcare team.
• Commitment to providing high-quality care.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the postnatal ward.
• Support and develop junior staff and students.
• Champion a patient-centered care approach.

Skills

Leadership skills

Clinical expertise in postnatal care

Compassionate patient care

Team development and support

Education

Registered Midwife qualification

Job description

Overview

Are you an experienced and motivated midwife with a passion for postnatal care? We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Band 7 Postnatal Ward Manager to lead our dedicated postnatal team on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This is a key leadership role where you will oversee the day-to-day operations of the postnatal ward, ensuring the highest standards of care and support for women, newborns, and their families during the crucial postnatal period.

Your clinical expertise, leadership skills, and commitment to excellence will be essential in driving safe, high-quality care, while supporting and developing your team. You will:

• Provide visible, approachable, and supportive leadership within the ward, ensuring both staff and service users feel confident and cared for.
• Take overall responsibility for the management and coordination of the postnatal ward, promoting a positive and efficient working environment.
• Support, supervise, and develop junior staff and students, encouraging professional growth and clinical excellence.
• Champion a compassionate and collaborative culture, building strong multidisciplinary relationships and prioritising patient-centred care.

Working for our organisation

With a new hospital planned for Watford and work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working ever more closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority at our Trust, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others.

We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance. www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking

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We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

We welcome applications from individuals who are passionate about postnatal care and ready to take the next step in their leadership journey. Flexible working arrangements and part-time options are available.