Maternity Ward Manager — Senior Midwife

University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare provider in England is seeking a passionate Midwifery Ward Manager to join their Senior Midwifery team. In this role, you will lead a busy team on a mixed antenatal/postnatal ward, ensuring women-centered care and supporting multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates are experienced midwives with strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers extensive professional development opportunities and benefits including discounted gym membership and additional support programs.

Benefits

Employee assistance programme

Discounted gym membership

Onsite fitness classes

Car schemes

Qualifications

• Experienced midwife motivated for a managerial role.
• Ability to manage a 61-bedded mixed antenatal/postnatal ward.
• Commitment to women-centered care across maternity pathways.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and motivation for a busy team of Midwives.
• Ensure safe, clinically effective, and high-quality maternity care.
• Support operational functions and manage services.

Skills

Leadership

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Clinical advice expertise

Education

Registered Midwife

Job description

A prominent healthcare provider in England is seeking a passionate Midwifery Ward Manager to join their Senior Midwifery team. In this role, you will lead a busy team on a mixed antenatal/postnatal ward, ensuring women-centered care and supporting multidisciplinary teams. Ideal candidates are experienced midwives with strong leadership and communication skills. This position offers extensive professional development opportunities and benefits including discounted gym membership and additional support programs.