Band 8c Consultant Midwife - Strategic Maternity Lead

NHS; Cheltenham; On-site; GBP 76,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant Midwife to take the lead in driving maternity care initiatives across Gloucestershire. This role involves providing clinical leadership, supporting midwives in their practice, and ensuring that services are centered around the needs of women and families. Candidates should have significant experience as a senior midwife and a master's degree, alongside a commitment to delivering safe and high-quality maternity care.

Qualifications

• Registered with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) as a Midwife.
• Evidence of maintaining relevant continuing professional development.
• Substantial senior midwife experience at >Band 8a.

Responsibilities

• Provide clinical leadership and professional guidance across maternity services.
• Support women and their families with expert midwifery care.
• Lead the development of evidence-based models of care.

Skills

Leadership

Clinical decision making

Communication

Negotiation

Networking

Education

Master's Degree

Teaching Qualification

Quality Improvement training

PhD/Doctorate or willingness to work towards

Job description

A regional healthcare provider is seeking a Consultant Midwife to take the lead in driving maternity care initiatives across Gloucestershire. This role involves providing clinical leadership, supporting midwives in their practice, and ensuring that services are centered around the needs of women and families. Candidates should have significant experience as a senior midwife and a master's degree, alongside a commitment to delivering safe and high-quality maternity care.