Job summary An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Safety and Capacity Midwife to join our team at UHB. The successful post holder will provide clinical and managerial midwifery leadership with the maternity unit. They will be based in clinical practice, responsible for ensuring that standards of care are always upheld. We are looking for an innovative, committed person with exceptional communication skills who will lead with good example. Working with the Matrons they will take responsibility for providing a clear focus for the professional and effective clinical leadership and accountability for the midwifery service. They will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and effective running of the maternity wards, liaising between inpatient maternity services, NICU, Community Midwifery Service and the Gynaecology ward. The individual will be visible and accessible to women and their families and staff, ensuring all women and their families can seek information, help and support or to communicate problematic or celebratory issues Main duties of the job *Have overall responsibility for ensuring that flow is maintained through the maternity unit. *Be responsible for overseeing the effective delivery of the safety briefing process. *Adhere to the Trust's complaints, PALS procedure regarding written and verbal complaints, using appropriate referral mechanisms to resolve the situation. Where necessary develop remedial action plans to address any deficits identified and evidence the implementation of the action plans *Develop robust process to ensure the effective cascading of information to team members, deciding which information can be shared and which cannot. *Be responsible to produce comprehensive written reports / statements / records. Act as advocate for staff / women in internal and external forums. *Leading by example ensure all staff have the IT skills to competently maintain patient electronic and paper clinical records which reflect Trust standard for documentation. *Be accountable and responsible for accurate and legible record keeping in accordance with local policies and NMC Guidelines within own practice and within own sphere of responsibility. *Manage the Appraisal process for designated clinical/allocated team members, ensuring that all staff receive annual Appraisal, delegating as necessary. *Have a responsibility for the overall performance of the team. *Assist staff to develop action plans for their own personal learning and development. About us University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust strives to have an inclusive culture where everyone feels like they belong, can thrive, knows that they add value and feels valued. We do this by developing compassionate and culturally competent leaders, being values driven in all that we do and by creating a welcoming and inclusive workplace that thrives on the diversity of our people. As such we want to attract and recruit talented individuals from all backgrounds, and for each of you to feel supported for the diversity you bring, to achieve your full potential. For those staff with a disability, including physical disability, long term health condition, mental health or neurodiverse condition, this also means being committed to making reasonable adjustments needed for you to carry out your role. Details Date posted 21 May 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Flexible working Reference number 304-9009280 Job locations Trustwide Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Job description Job responsibilities *Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description* Job description Job responsibilities *Please Note : For a detailed job description for this vacancy, please see attached Job Description* Person Specification Qualifications Essential *Registered Midwife -- BSc or Diploma or Degree in Midwifery. * Current professional registration *Evidence of CPD * Teaching and assessing qualification. Desirable *Masters level qualification *Management qualification Experience Essential *Significant clinical experience as a Midwife *Previous experience in risk/audit/governance work within maternity setting. Desirable *Previous experience at Band 7 *Experience at report writing and presenting at high level *Previous experience in audit and research. (D) Additional Criteria Essential *Presentation skills * Computer literate *Flexible and adaptable Person Specification Qualifications Essential *Registered Midwife -- BSc or Diploma or Degree in Midwifery. * Current professional registration *Evidence of CPD * Teaching and assessing qualification. Desirable *Masters level qualification *Management qualification Experience Essential *Significant clinical experience as a Midwife *Previous experience in risk/audit/governance work within maternity setting. Desirable *Previous experience at Band 7 *Experience at report writing and presenting at high level *Previous experience in audit and research. (D) Additional Criteria Essential *Presentation skills * Computer literate *Flexible and adaptable 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab) . From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab) . UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Trustwide Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab) Employer details Employer name University Hospitals Birmingham NHS Foundation Trust Address Trustwide Mindelsohn Way Birmingham West Midlands B15 2TH Employer's website https://www.uhb.nhs.uk/jobs.htm (Opens in a new tab). Location : Trustwide, Mindelsohn Way, B15 2TH Birmingham, West Midlands, United Kingdom