Job Description

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Midwife to apply for the position of Ante & Post natal Ward Manager. This is a 0.5 WTE job share for a 1 WTE role.
Torbay and South Devon NHS FT has an Obstetric Lead Labour Ward with 8 birthing rooms, one of which has a birth pool. There is also a freestanding birth centre in Newton Abbot. There is a mixed ante and post natal ward (John MacPherson) with a 20 bed capacity, including a shared bay for Transitional Care with our Neonatal service.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic & forward thinking maternity team. We pride our self in being a small and welcoming unit with a positive & inclusive culture with the NHS People Promise at the heart of our ethos.
You will become a valued member of our maternity unit, be part of an innovative team that will help us to excel further to deliver our Trust objectives & values. We are looking for an adaptable individual who has excellent interpersonal skills, works well as part of the multi-disciplinary team & has an ability to work under pressure, whilst moving the services forward.
The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate previous experience of leadership and staff management skills with recent experience in maternity services and a sound understanding of the CQC and national assurance agenda.
Main duties of the job

• Prioritises clinical workload, identifying the most critical needs, keeping staff and others focused through the shift
• Proactively leads the clinical decision making process, which includes analysing information, in order to make effective decisions in complex situations
• Monitor and manage sickness and absence of staff within the team implementing the TSDFT Policy, taking appropriate action if required.
• Lead and facilitate the recruitment of staff for the Meridian Team
• Plan, manage and organise human resources by efficient workforce planning, enabling the team to provide a quality service throughout the 24 hour period
• Monitor progress of work, recognising changing priorities and implement corrective action within own limits and informing relevant people

About us
Torbay and South Devon NHS Foundation Trust Maternity service assists around 1800 women with their births. We are a small team who are happy to welcome people to our Trust.
Why Work With Us
Details
Date posted
31 December 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
47,810 to 54,710 a year per annum pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Job share
Reference number
388-7626735-FC&I
Job locations
Torbay Hospital - Maternity
Women's Health Unit, Torbay Hospital, Lowes Bridge
Torquay
TQ2 7AA
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role. Job description
Job responsibilities
Please download a copy of the and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential

• Registered Midwife (Diploma/degree)
• Substantial proven relevant experience at Band 6
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Ability to pass on skills and knowledge.

Desirable

• Well-developed presentation skills - both verbal and written
• PROMPT or equivalent training in Obstetric Emergencies
• Neonatal Life Support training
• Leadership and/or management qualification or completion of leadership programme

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• Knowledgeable clinician utilising evidence based practice
• Awareness of professional policies and procedures and application of these to practice
• Knowledge of clinical governance & a commitment to staff development
• Excellent understanding of IT and technology
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively
• Budgetary awareness
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to use own initiative, make decisions and use effective problem-solving techniques
• Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions
• Strong leadership skills
• Advanced skills in perineal suturing, cannulation, IV drug administration
• Ability to lead in obstetric emergencies
• Knowledge/understanding of National Documents/Guidance
• Excellent people skills and motivational management
• Excellent presentation, teaching, verbal and written skills
• Ability to set and monitor standards

Desirable

• Experience in budgetary and resource management
• Research / audit skills
• Knowledge of complaints procedure and experience in complaints management
• Experience in managing a variety of HR issues
• Knowledge/experience of incident form management

Specific skills
Essential

• Level 3 Children's safeguarding training

Desirable

• Experience of working as a team/community midwife
• Experience of working with vulnerable women
• Interviewing / counselling skills
• Understanding and involvement of Clinical Governance.

Person Specification
Qualifications and training
Essential

• Registered Midwife (Diploma/degree)
• Substantial proven relevant experience at Band 6
• Evidence of continued professional development
• Ability to pass on skills and knowledge.

Desirable

• Well-developed presentation skills - both verbal and written
• PROMPT or equivalent training in Obstetric Emergencies
• Neonatal Life Support training
• Leadership and/or management qualification or completion of leadership programme

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• Knowledgeable clinician utilising evidence based practice
• Awareness of professional policies and procedures and application of these to practice
• Knowledge of clinical governance & a commitment to staff development
• Excellent understanding of IT and technology
• Able to prioritise and meet deadlines effectively
• Budgetary awareness
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to use own initiative, make decisions and use effective problem-solving techniques
• Analyses problems and implements effective and appropriate solutions
• Strong leadership skills
• Advanced skills in perineal suturing, cannulation, IV drug administration
• Ability to lead in obstetric emergencies
• Knowledge/understanding of National Documents/Guidance
• Excellent people skills and motivational management
• Excellent presentation, teaching, verbal and written skills
• Ability to set and monitor standards

Desirable

• Experience in budgetary and resource management
• Research / audit skills
• Knowledge of complaints procedure and experience in complaints management
• Experience in managing a variety of HR issues
• Knowledge/experience of incident form management

Specific skills
Essential

• Level 3 Children's safeguarding training

Desirable

• Experience of working as a team/community midwife
• Experience of working with vulnerable women
• Interviewing / counselling skills
• Understanding and involvement of Clinical Governance.

Skills Required