Head of Midwifery (RHCH)
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Position Overview & Specifications
An exciting opportunity has risen within the HHFT Maternity Service for a Head of Midwifery post based at the RHCH.
The successful candidate will be highly motivated, with experience of midwifery leadership and ready to engage in a senior role within the midwifery leadership team. Working closely with the Director of Midwifery, the BNHH Head of Midwifery and the wider maternity multidisciplinary team, the individual will embrace the challenge of progressing the maternity service at HHFT in its trajectory of improvement.
This individual will work in partnership with the BNHH Head of Midwifery managing clinical and operational priorities, ensure business continuity is maintained, service improvements are realised and work to meet the national maternity transformation agenda and local LMNS priorities. Representing HHFT maternity at both internal and external forums this individual will be able to demonstrate a depth of knowledge regarding the current national, regional, and local expectations for maternity services.
- Be part of a dynamic, professional and supportive team committed to providing high standards of care.
- In-house opportunities to develop skills and knowledge within a supportive and friendly environment
Further information about the Trust and this role can be found on the Job Description and Person Specification document attached.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Healthcare Services & Hospitals
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Head of Midwifery (RHCH) roles across Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Healthcare Services & Hospitals.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £70,417 - £81,138 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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