Band 8a Deputy Matron for Antenatal Clinics and In-Patient Wards.

Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust; Romford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare institution is seeking a Deputy Matron for Antenatal Clinics and In‑Patient Wards in Romford, UK. This role demands a highly motivated individual with strong leadership and problem-solving abilities. The successful candidate will oversee midwifery performance and ensure high standards of care while working collaboratively with a multi-disciplinary team. The position provides an opportunity to lead and make a significant impact within maternity services. Applications close on December 21, 2025.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated individual capable of demonstrating leadership and problem-solving skills.
• Experience working closely with multi-disciplinary teams.
• Accountability for midwifery performance and local standards.

Responsibilities

• Provide midwifery clinical input and leadership.
• Ensure delivery of key quality, performance, and financial standards.
• Act as a clinical resource for the maternity department.

Skills

Leadership skills

Problem-solving skills

Job description

A Vacancy at Barking Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust.

Deputy Matron for Antenatal Clinics and In‑Patient Wards

This post holder will provide midwifery clinical input and provide level leadership to the maternity.

This role requires a highly motivated individual, able to demonstrate leadership and problem‑solving skills working closely with the multi‑disciplinary team, specialty Matrons, Head of Midwifery (HOM) and Lead Nurse for Women’s Health and the Director of Midwifery and Divisional Director of Nursing for Women’s Heath (DOM).

The post holder is responsible for providing accessible leadership in order to deliver the key quality, performance and financial standards and plans within their areas(s) of responsibility. Providing visible and proactive leadership acting as a clinical resource and ensuring the sustained delivery of high standards of all care and service standards.

Working as an autonomous practitioner, they will lead and be accountable for midwifery performance and the achievement of all local, organisational and national targets and standards, within their area(s) of responsibility.

Application Details

Applications should be made online. For queries regarding the application process, assistance with completion of the application form or if you require any adjustments (for applicants with a disability) please contact Rachna Srivastava Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5904. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

This advert closes on Sunday 21 Dec 2025.