Labour Ward Lead Midwife & Operations Coordinator

Epsom And St Helier University Hospitals Nhs Trust; Epsom and Ewell; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

The Band 7 Midwife - Labour Ward Coordinator at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust will lead clinical practice in the Labour Ward, promote patient safety and smooth patient flow, and work with the Inpatient Matron and midwives to maintain high standards.

The post requires strong leadership, excellent intrapartum skills, and commitment to mentoring junior staff, with focus on compassionate, evidence-based care in a high‑risk environment.

Qualifications

• Excellent clinical midwifery skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Competent intrapartum skills set, including cannulation and suturing

Responsibilities

• Lead the Labour Ward and coordinate patient flow
• Support professional direction and leadership of midwifery staff
• Audit, Datix investigations and quality improvement to maintain high standards

Skills

Clinical leadership

Communication

Intrapartum skills

Job description

The Band 7 Midwife - Labour Ward Coordinator at Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals NHS Trust will lead clinical practice in the Labour Ward, promote patient safety and smooth patient flow, and work with the Inpatient Matron and midwives to maintain high standards.

The post requires strong leadership, excellent intrapartum skills, and commitment to mentoring junior staff, with focus on compassionate, evidence-based care in a high‑risk environment.