Labour Ward Coordinator | Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust

Salford Royal NHS Foundation Trust; Oldham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in England is seeking a skilled midwife to join their dynamic maternity team at Royal Oldham Hospital. The role involves leading a Labour Ward team providing compassionate care during antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal phases. Ideal candidates will have a passion for high-quality support and strong communication skills. Join a supportive environment with flexible working opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive benefits package

Annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Qualified midwife with experience in complex antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership within the Labour Ward, guiding the team in patient care.
• Foster a positive and inclusive environment among the multidisciplinary team.
• Drive improvements in care and support during labour and birth.

Skills

Knowledge of complex antenatal care

Strong communication skills

Ability to inspire a team

Education

Qualified midwife

Job description

Overview

Join Our Dynamic Maternity Team at Royal Oldham Hospital. A rewarding opportunity has opened up in our maternity service to welcome a compassionate and skilled midwife to our dedicated Labour Ward Coordinator team. We are on the lookout for a midwife who is knowledgeable about complex antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care and has a passion for ensuring high-quality care. Your expertise will guide our labour ward team to provide exceptional support during one of the most transformative times in a person’s life. Join us in creating a nurturing, welcoming atmosphere for families and be part of a team that delivers outstanding, individualised care.

Your journey starts here at Royal Oldham Hospital—where every birth matters!

Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate leadership within the Labour Ward, guiding the team in complex antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care.
• Foster collaboration within a multidisciplinary team and create a positive and inclusive environment where every voice is heard and valued.
• Lead with empathy to drive improvements in care and support for patients and families during labour and birth.

Qualifications and Skills

• Qualified midwife with knowledge of complex antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care.
• Strong communication skills and ability to inspire and motivate a team.

Additional Information

The Northern Care Alliance NHS Foundation Trust (NCA) provides hospital and integrated health and social care services to over one million people across Greater Manchester. We offer a competitive benefits package, annual leave, flexible working opportunities, and protected hours for health and wellbeing activities. For more information about the role and main duties/responsibilities, please read the Job Description and Person Specification under supporting documents, or visit our careers site at careers.northerncarealliance.nhs.uk.

Advert closes Thursday 2 Oct 2025.