Ward Manager MAU/Triage

Barts Health NHS Trust; Dover; On-site; GBP 51,000 - 59,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in the UK is seeking a passionate midwife to manage the Maternity Assessment Unit at Newham University Hospital. The role involves overseeing service delivery, ensuring high-quality care, and leading a team in a supportive environment. Candidates must have UK professional registration and a degree in midwifery. This part-time position offers a competitive salary and emphasizes inclusion and staff well-being.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years as a registered midwife.
• Experience working effectively in multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Oversee safe delivery of services in Maternity Assessment Unit/Triage.
• Prepare rosters 8 weeks in advance and manage staff absences.

Skills

Leadership

Mentorship

Clinical skills

IT skills

Education

Degree-qualified Midwife

Tools

MS Office

Job description

About Barts Health NHS Trust

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country and a leading healthcare provider in Britain. We are entering an exciting new era focused on becoming an outstanding organization with a world-class clinical reputation.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, providing safe and compassionate care in east London and beyond. We prioritize patient safety, consistently high standards of harm-free care, and creating an outstanding workplace guided by our WeCare values.

Key Details

Location

Site: Newham University Hospital

Address: Glen Road, London, E13 8SL

Major/Minor Region: London

Contract & Working Pattern

Type: Permanent

Hours: Part-time, 34.5 hours/week

Salary

£51,883 - £58,544 per annum (pro-rata), Grade: Band 7

Specialty

Main Area: Midwifery

Job Overview

We seek a passionate midwife to manage MAU/Maternity Triage at Newham University Hospital, ensuring optimal resource use and effective 24-hour coverage.

Role Responsibilities

The ward manager will oversee the safe delivery of services in the Maternity Assessment Unit/Triage, ensuring high-quality, safe care, and leading the current triage system.

Working for Our Organization

We are committed to excellence, innovation, and compassionate care, with a focus on safety, staff well-being, and inclusivity, supporting our WeCare values and promoting an inclusive environment.

Detailed Job Description & Responsibilities

Specific Duties

• Sign and approve all bank shifts by Monday 10 am, modify shifts as needed, and review times for realism.
• Prepare rosters 8 weeks in advance, review annual leave, and liaise with bank staff for shift coverage.
• Sign off previous months’ rota for pay by the 5th or prior Friday.
• Ensure accuracy of annual leave entitlements on e-roster.
• Review sick folders daily, update sick leave on e-roster, and manage staff absences.

Further details available on the full Job Description.

Our Commitment

We promote inclusion, support applications through the Guaranteed Interview Scheme, and are committed to safeguarding and child protection. We encourage active travel and sustainable practices across our sites.

Applicant Requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration. This role is subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks.

Person Specification

Qualifications

• Minimum two years as a registered midwife
• Experience working effectively in multidisciplinary teams

Desirable Qualifications

• Team management experience
• Experience in MAU/Triage settings
• Relevant courses (PROMPT, BSOTS, Obstetric Course)
• Master’s degree or working towards it

Experience

• Clinical practice within an integrated maternity service
• Leadership skills and staff development

Knowledge

• Clinical skills (cannulation, suturing, CTG interpretation)
• IT skills (clinical systems, MS Office)
• Service development and change management

Skills

• Degree-qualified Midwife with mentorship qualification
• Ability to lead, motivate, and coach staff

Documents

• Job-related PDFs and policies

Further Details / Contact

Name: Marian Gomoh, Midwifery Matron

Email: [email protected]

Telephone: [phone]

Availability: Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, Fridays (8 am - 6 pm)