Senior Midwife (Community Team Leader)

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Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring or established leader to step into a pivotal Band 7 Community Team Leader role, where you will play a key part in shaping a responsive and forward‑thinking service. You will lead a dedicated multidisciplinary team, foster a positive and inclusive culture, and drive continuous improvement, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and high‑quality care within the community setting.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, high‑quality, women‑centred care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation based on individual needs and evidence‑based practice.
  • Lead and support the midwifery team, acting as a role model and mentor, promoting professional development and a positive working environment.
  • Oversee daily service operations, including staffing and rotas (e‑roster), ensuring safe levels and efficient resource management.
  • Ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, health and safety, and Trust policies, supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Provide expert advice and support to women, families, GPs, and colleagues, managing sensitive or complex issues with empathy and professionalism.
  • Support training and development, ensuring staff complete mandatory training and fostering a strong learning culture.
  • Monitor care quality and drive improvement, leading audits and quality initiatives to maintain high standards across the service.
  • Deputise for the Matron when required, contributing to the effective running of the maternity service.

Benefits

The Trust values and respects all staff and the community it serves. It is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and offers excellent benefits, including commitments to professional development and policies that support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

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Company: Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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Location: Sheffield
Job Description:

Overview

This is a fantastic opportunity for an aspiring or established leader to step into a pivotal Band 7 Community Team Leader role, where you will play a key part in shaping a responsive and forward‑thinking service. You will lead a dedicated multidisciplinary team, foster a positive and inclusive culture, and drive continuous improvement, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and high‑quality care within the community setting.

Responsibilities

  • Deliver safe, high‑quality, women‑centred care through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation based on individual needs and evidence‑based practice.
  • Lead and support the midwifery team, acting as a role model and mentor, promoting professional development and a positive working environment.
  • Oversee daily service operations, including staffing and rotas (e‑roster), ensuring safe levels and efficient resource management.
  • Ensure compliance with clinical governance, infection control, health and safety, and Trust policies, supporting a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Provide expert advice and support to women, families, GPs, and colleagues, managing sensitive or complex issues with empathy and professionalism.
  • Support training and development, ensuring staff complete mandatory training and fostering a strong learning culture.
  • Monitor care quality and drive improvement, leading audits and quality initiatives to maintain high standards across the service.
  • Deputise for the Matron when required, contributing to the effective running of the maternity service.

Benefits

The Trust values and respects all staff and the community it serves. It is a leader in the NHS and research sectors and offers excellent benefits, including commitments to professional development and policies that support employees in balancing their personal and professional lives.

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Posted: May 20th, 2026