Antenatal and Postnatal Hospital Services Ward Manager
The closing date is 05 August 2026

Job summary
Join Our Team as the Antenatal and Postnatal Hospital Maternity Services Ward Manager.

Are you a passionate, dedicated, and experienced midwife keen to lead a team that makes a real difference in the lives of women, birthing people and their families across Cambridgeshire, Greater Peterborough and surrounding borders.

We are seeking a motivated and compassionate Antenatal and Postnatal Hospital Maternity Services Ward Manager, to join our innovative senior midwifery team and help shape the future of hospital based maternity services.

About the Role:
As the Antenatal and Postnatal Maternity Services Ward Manager, you will provide visible and compassionate leadership within our maternity inpatient services at North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust. You will oversee the daily management of the antenatal and postnatal wards, ensuring safe, effective, and person-centred care for women, birthing people, and their families. This role combines expert clinical practice with strong leadership and team development. You will support and guide staff, foster a positive and collaborative culture, and drive continuous improvement in the quality of care we deliver. Your proactive approach and professional expertise will help ensure high standards are maintained, staff feel supported, and the service continues to evolve to meet the needs of our community. Take the lead in shaping the future of hospital maternity care - your next opportunity starts here!

Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for the effective line management of staff within the area of responsibility and has clinical responsibility for the safe and effective care delivery within their Ward Area.

The post holder will be responsible for safe and effective day to day operational management and clinical leadership of the midwifery services, within the area. Will be expected to lead a team, team build, organise others in their actions and set priorities, objectives and goals within their sphere of responsibility. Will be expected to performance manage both the activity and members of the team. To maintain a high quality, working environment in which staff can maximise their potential and further develop their skills in clinical practice.

The maternity unit environment is both unpredictable and challenging. The post holder will be faced with many competing demands for attention and will be expected to exercise excellent judgement in dealing clinical needs.

Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice

About us
We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.

Details
Date posted: 03 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
per annum pro-rata
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 176-M-7550441-B
Job locations: Peterborough City Hospital, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ, United Kingdom

Job responsibilities
What We Are Looking For:

• A qualified midwife with substantial experience in antenatal and postnatal inpatient care.
• A confident leader who can manage, motivate, and support a team within a busy maternity environment.
• Proven ability to provide expert clinical advice and ensure safe, effective, and compassionate care.
• Experience in the day-to-day operational management of a clinical area, including staff supervision, prioritisation, and workload management.
• A proactive approach to the development of midwifery practice and continuous service improvement.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and collaborate effectively with colleagues and families.
• Excellent organisational and problem-solving abilities, particularly in a fast-paced, unpredictable environment.
• A commitment to staff development, fostering a positive working culture where individuals can thrive and reach their potential.

Why Join Us?

• Impact: Play a pivotal role in shaping maternity services and improving outcomes for families in our hospitals.
• Growth: Access to continuous training and professional development, empowering you to reach your full potential.
• Work-Life Balance: We offer flexible working arrangements to support your personal and professional life.
• Supportive Team: Work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment that values your expertise and input.

If you are a passionate midwife with a leadership mindset, and you are ready to make a meaningful difference in the hospital services, we want to hear from you!

Apply now and be a part of a forward-thinking team that truly values the care of women and birthing people.

Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.

Person Specification
Skills & Abilities
Essential

• Leadership and team building skills
• Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
• Can demonstrate good presentation skills

Desirable

• Good report writing skills
• Significant IT Skills
• Project management skills

Experience
Essential

• Midwifery experience in all clinical areas
• Line Management experience
• Experience of multidisciplinary working
• Can demonstrate involvement in change management
• Working knowledge of computerised maternity records

Desirable

• Previous experience co-ordinating and chairing multidisciplinary meetings
• Previous budget management experience
• Evidence of involvement in audit cycles and reviewing practice

Education & Qualifications
Essential

• Registered Midwife
• Relevant Degree or evidence of further study and experience to the equivalent
• Up to date professional portfolio demonstrating evidence of personal and professional development
• Evidence of a leadership/management course or equivalent

Desirable

• Master's qualification
• ALSO/NLS/ILS Course

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.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer contact details
Deputy Head of Midwifery
Emma Clark or Elita Mazzocchi
elita.mazzocchi2@nhs.net

Employer details
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Peterborough City Hospital, Peterborough, PE3 9GZ, United Kingdom