Strategic Senior Leader, Perinatal & Neonatal Services

GWH

Swindon

Hybrid

GBP 80,000 - 92,000

Full time

6 days ago

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Job summary

Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a strategic Head of Midwifery and Neonatal Services to lead operational delivery across perinatal care in Swindon. With 3,800 births per year and an 18-cot Local Neonatal Unit, the post holder will ensure high standards, governance, and regional collaboration within the Bath, Swindon, and Wiltshire system.

The role requires senior leadership experience in midwifery or neonatal services, a relevant degree, and evidence of ongoing

Qualifications

Must be a Midwife or Nurse NMC Registered Practitioner.
Degree in Midwifery or Nursing.
Masters level study in a health-related subject (or working towards).
Evidence of recent post registration CPD/qualification.
Project Management/Service Improvement qualification.

Responsibilities

Provide operational direction and management of midwifery and neonatal services.
Ensure delivery of high standards of care, patient experience and satisfaction.
Develop governance systems, policies, health and safety, safeguarding and reporting.
Deputise for the Director of Midwifery and Neonatal Services as required and drive group objectives.
Participate in senior manager on-call rota for maternity and neonatal services.