Job Title:
Consultant Midwife - Health Equity
Location:
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Salary:
Band 8B
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust are seeking an inspiring
Consultant Midwife - Health Equity
to champion health equity and enhance access to maternity care for all women, birthing people, and families in our community.
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust serves the Wakefield District and North Kirklees, supporting approximately 5,600 births annually.
As a Consultant Midwife, your mission will be to improve health outcomes by ensuring equitable, high-quality maternity services. You will lead initiatives in innovation and service development to address health disparities, lead research, and foster clinical excellence.
We are seeking an experienced midwifery leader with:
Expertise in public health principles and maternity care.
Strategic leadership skills with a proven ability to influence and implement change.
A passion for equity and improving health outcomes.
Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
Commitment to transformative maternity services and making a lasting impact on families.
Join a supportive team within a trust rated Good by the CQC.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply via NHS Jobs. For more information or to arrange a visit, contact
Michala Little , Head of Midwifery, at
m.little2@nhs.net .
Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities:
Drive strategies to reduce health inequalities and achieve population-based health outcomes.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement service improvements and advance practice.
Co-produce services with MNVP, using diverse feedback to guide enhancements.
Lead on public health initiatives, coordinating with regional services and stakeholders.
Ensure responsive, expert care for women, birthing people, and families.
About us We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients' homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities
Leadership/Strategic Management
Provide high-level and visionary professional leadership across the midwifery agendas.
Ensure the development and implementation of a midwifery strategy which is in keeping with the national agenda, and sensitive to local needs, particularly with reference to inequalities, by working in partnership with stakeholder groups.
Work in partnership with the senior leadership team on the development and implementation of the public health delivery plan.
Provide support, professional leadership and line management to the Specialist Midwife(s).
Work with nurses within other specialist networks to embed pathways of care and support in developing guidance and standards.
Provide an overarching leadership and co-ordination role for the effective delivery of integrated midwifery services ensuring they are woman-centred.
Model and lead on the development of multi-disciplinary, cross-boundary integrated working that focuses on system-level working.
Lead on co-production with service users in the planning and implementation of all public health services within the maternity service.
Lead the development and implementation of public and patient network-wide communications strategy to ensure high-quality services, working in collaboration with other relevant stakeholders.
Lead on specific components of network-wide initiatives as agreed within the senior midwifery team.
Manage budgets and/or expenditure in accordance with local planning and finance arrangements.
Participate in own and others' appraisals.
Expert clinical practice
Ensure cross-network integration of general and site-specific specialist midwifery, based on an academic framework of research, knowledge and clinical experience.
Work across the service to support and advise on the implementation of agreed pathways, standards, policies and protocols for care, including evaluation and audit.
Ensure quality professional advice is available and provided at all times to the specialist midwives working within the service.
Work to ensure that all services are accessible, including the development of virtual consultations or outreach clinics.
Implement innovations in clinical practice, actively encouraging the utilisation of research and evidence-based practice.
Act in such a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times.
Raise concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrongdoing.
Person Specification Qualifications
Current registration as a registered Midwife on the NMC register.
Masters degree in a health-related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Implemented and led on practice-related changes.
Strong evidence of continuing professional development.
Evidence of executive/leadership development.
Recognised Leadership Course.
Experience
Awareness of own limitations.
Knowledge and experience of all aspects of midwifery practice.
Sound knowledge of current national drivers, national maternity agenda, assurance around maternity quality and safety.
Excellent evidence-based theoretical knowledge with the ability to apply theory to practice.
Knowledge of issues around safeguarding children and adults.
Knowledge and experience of clinical governance and risk management processes.
Knowledge of strategic developments in midwifery, locally and nationally.
Knowledge and experience of equality, diversity and human rights in line with national policy.
Understanding of midwifery A-equip model and restorative clinical midwifery supervision.
Substantial recent experience of working at a senior level either within the acute, primary or educational sector.
Experience of leading specialist midwifery services and applying assurance to national drivers.
Other
Ability to deal calmly and non-confrontationally with a range of personalities and situations.
Able to challenge poor practice in an assertive non-aggressive manner.
Have a non-judgemental attitude.
Commitment to the provision of a quality and evidence-based service.
Commitment to improving women's experience.
Car driver with full driving license, or ability to travel independently between hospital sites or for necessary patient visits.
Ability to work flexible hours and fulfil commitments of on-call.
Ability to co-ordinate and liaise within a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to achieve deadlines and work under pressure.
Enthusiastic and motivated.
Assertive and innovative.
Skills and Abilities
Experience as Senior Midwife in an acute NHS environment.
Evidence of working with Local Maternity Systems and Strategic Clinical Networks.
Experience as a Matron/Clinical Midwifery Manager managing clinical teams.
Evidence of the ability to produce high-quality reports and deliver actions within timeframe.
Experience of managing complex change and sustaining improvements.
Proven experience of building effective partnerships and alliances both internal and external to the organisation.
Experience of developing and implementing a midwifery strategy and governance process.
Proven management experience and the ability to lead staff in achieving complex outcomes.
Experience of performance managing staff.
Experience of managing and implementing change.
Experience of dealing with complex issues in a large organisation.
Ability to contribute pro-actively to a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
Proven record in initiating, evaluating and sustaining change.
Excellent all-round midwifery skills.
Full range of IT skills.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders involved in the care of pregnant women.
Be an active member of the Maternity Voices Partnership.
Give advice on best practice arising from current and relevant research and facilitate the change process for new initiatives.
Work with the clinical leads for obstetrics to ensure harmonious working relationships between staff groups.
Be able to think critically and be visionary in approaches to midwifery care.
Be analytical in thought with attention to detail and able to communicate to help solve problems in everyday maternity challenges.
Act as a champion for maternity and midwifery building strong teams within the unit.
Will be a credible clinician who is open and honest.
Act as a champion of best practice for all women receiving care within maternity services and promote the role of the midwife at local and national level.
Influences staff culture and attitudes and acts as a mentor and role model.
Implements innovative practice and acts as a change agent for services and practice.
Has the courage to initiate and persevere in delivering excellent woman and family centred care.
Participate in the senior management on-call rota.
Maintain contemporary, evidence-based professional knowledge and competence.
Be an effective change agent for members of the maternity staff.
Act as an advocate for women.
Understand change management processes.
Understand the principles of system level working and the direction of travel in the wider NHS.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Consultant Midwife - Health Equity
Location:
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust
Salary:
Band 8B
The Mid Yorkshire Teaching Trust are seeking an inspiring
Consultant Midwife - Health Equity
to champion health equity and enhance access to maternity care for all women, birthing people, and families in our community.
Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust serves the Wakefield District and North Kirklees, supporting approximately 5,600 births annually.
As a Consultant Midwife, your mission will be to improve health outcomes by ensuring equitable, high-quality maternity services. You will lead initiatives in innovation and service development to address health disparities, lead research, and foster clinical excellence.
We are seeking an experienced midwifery leader with:
Expertise in public health principles and maternity care.
Strategic leadership skills with a proven ability to influence and implement change.
A passion for equity and improving health outcomes.
Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
Commitment to transformative maternity services and making a lasting impact on families.
Join a supportive team within a trust rated Good by the CQC.
Ready to make a difference?
Apply via NHS Jobs. For more information or to arrange a visit, contact
Michala Little , Head of Midwifery, at
m.little2@nhs.net .
Main duties of the job Key Responsibilities:
Drive strategies to reduce health inequalities and achieve population-based health outcomes.
Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to implement service improvements and advance practice.
Co-produce services with MNVP, using diverse feedback to guide enhancements.
Lead on public health initiatives, coordinating with regional services and stakeholders.
Ensure responsive, expert care for women, birthing people, and families.
About us We are an acute trust caring for over half a million people in Wakefield and Kirklees. Our 10,000 staff work in patients' homes, the community, and our three hospitals in Pontefract, Dewsbury, and Pinderfields (Wakefield). We prioritise our people and values so we can deliver the best possible care to patients. Our team is friendly, passionate, and innovative, always seeking better ways to work.
We support work-life balance and foster a diverse, inclusive environment where everyone belongs. Our staff networks offer safe spaces to share ideas and concerns so we can increase awareness and appreciation of equality, diversity, and inclusion. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and especially encourage members of the LGBTQ+ community, ethnic minority groups, and people with disabilities or neurodivergence to apply, as they are currently underrepresented in the Trust.
If you value caring, high standards, improvement, and respect, join the MY team to make a difference every day.
Job responsibilities Key Responsibilities
Leadership/Strategic Management
Provide high-level and visionary professional leadership across the midwifery agendas.
Ensure the development and implementation of a midwifery strategy which is in keeping with the national agenda, and sensitive to local needs, particularly with reference to inequalities, by working in partnership with stakeholder groups.
Work in partnership with the senior leadership team on the development and implementation of the public health delivery plan.
Provide support, professional leadership and line management to the Specialist Midwife(s).
Work with nurses within other specialist networks to embed pathways of care and support in developing guidance and standards.
Provide an overarching leadership and co-ordination role for the effective delivery of integrated midwifery services ensuring they are woman-centred.
Model and lead on the development of multi-disciplinary, cross-boundary integrated working that focuses on system-level working.
Lead on co-production with service users in the planning and implementation of all public health services within the maternity service.
Lead the development and implementation of public and patient network-wide communications strategy to ensure high-quality services, working in collaboration with other relevant stakeholders.
Lead on specific components of network-wide initiatives as agreed within the senior midwifery team.
Manage budgets and/or expenditure in accordance with local planning and finance arrangements.
Participate in own and others' appraisals.
Expert clinical practice
Ensure cross-network integration of general and site-specific specialist midwifery, based on an academic framework of research, knowledge and clinical experience.
Work across the service to support and advise on the implementation of agreed pathways, standards, policies and protocols for care, including evaluation and audit.
Ensure quality professional advice is available and provided at all times to the specialist midwives working within the service.
Work to ensure that all services are accessible, including the development of virtual consultations or outreach clinics.
Implement innovations in clinical practice, actively encouraging the utilisation of research and evidence-based practice.
Act in such a way that safeguards the health and wellbeing of children and vulnerable adults at all times.
Raise concerns with regards to risk, danger, malpractice or wrongdoing.
Person Specification Qualifications
Current registration as a registered Midwife on the NMC register.
Masters degree in a health-related subject or equivalent demonstrable experience.
Implemented and led on practice-related changes.
Strong evidence of continuing professional development.
Evidence of executive/leadership development.
Recognised Leadership Course.
Experience
Awareness of own limitations.
Knowledge and experience of all aspects of midwifery practice.
Sound knowledge of current national drivers, national maternity agenda, assurance around maternity quality and safety.
Excellent evidence-based theoretical knowledge with the ability to apply theory to practice.
Knowledge of issues around safeguarding children and adults.
Knowledge and experience of clinical governance and risk management processes.
Knowledge of strategic developments in midwifery, locally and nationally.
Knowledge and experience of equality, diversity and human rights in line with national policy.
Understanding of midwifery A-equip model and restorative clinical midwifery supervision.
Substantial recent experience of working at a senior level either within the acute, primary or educational sector.
Experience of leading specialist midwifery services and applying assurance to national drivers.
Other
Ability to deal calmly and non-confrontationally with a range of personalities and situations.
Able to challenge poor practice in an assertive non-aggressive manner.
Have a non-judgemental attitude.
Commitment to the provision of a quality and evidence-based service.
Commitment to improving women's experience.
Car driver with full driving license, or ability to travel independently between hospital sites or for necessary patient visits.
Ability to work flexible hours and fulfil commitments of on-call.
Ability to co-ordinate and liaise within a multidisciplinary team.
Ability to achieve deadlines and work under pressure.
Enthusiastic and motivated.
Assertive and innovative.
Skills and Abilities
Experience as Senior Midwife in an acute NHS environment.
Evidence of working with Local Maternity Systems and Strategic Clinical Networks.
Experience as a Matron/Clinical Midwifery Manager managing clinical teams.
Evidence of the ability to produce high-quality reports and deliver actions within timeframe.
Experience of managing complex change and sustaining improvements.
Proven experience of building effective partnerships and alliances both internal and external to the organisation.
Experience of developing and implementing a midwifery strategy and governance process.
Proven management experience and the ability to lead staff in achieving complex outcomes.
Experience of performance managing staff.
Experience of managing and implementing change.
Experience of dealing with complex issues in a large organisation.
Ability to contribute pro-actively to a multidisciplinary team.
Excellent organisational and leadership skills.
Proven record in initiating, evaluating and sustaining change.
Excellent all-round midwifery skills.
Full range of IT skills.
Evidence of continuing professional development.
Communicate effectively with all stakeholders involved in the care of pregnant women.
Be an active member of the Maternity Voices Partnership.
Give advice on best practice arising from current and relevant research and facilitate the change process for new initiatives.
Work with the clinical leads for obstetrics to ensure harmonious working relationships between staff groups.
Be able to think critically and be visionary in approaches to midwifery care.
Be analytical in thought with attention to detail and able to communicate to help solve problems in everyday maternity challenges.
Act as a champion for maternity and midwifery building strong teams within the unit.
Will be a credible clinician who is open and honest.
Act as a champion of best practice for all women receiving care within maternity services and promote the role of the midwife at local and national level.
Influences staff culture and attitudes and acts as a mentor and role model.
Implements innovative practice and acts as a change agent for services and practice.
Has the courage to initiate and persevere in delivering excellent woman and family centred care.
Participate in the senior management on-call rota.
Maintain contemporary, evidence-based professional knowledge and competence.
Be an effective change agent for members of the maternity staff.
Act as an advocate for women.
Understand change management processes.
Understand the principles of system level working and the direction of travel in the wider NHS.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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