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Clinical Lead Midwife
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 20 day(s) ago
Reference: 2419688
Job summary
The Clinical Lead Midwife for Preceptorship and Clinical Consolidation is a senior clinical leadership role responsible for supporting newly qualified, early-career and transitioning midwives to successfully bridge the gap between education and autonomous professional practice. The postholder will provide highly visible clinical leadership across acute and community maternity services, working alongside staff in practice to consolidate learning, develop clinical competence, strengthen decision-making and build confidence in the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate care.
Main duties of the job
Provide visible, compassionate and professional clinical leadership for newly qualified and early-career midwives across acute and community maternity services.
Act as an expert clinical role model, demonstrating evidence-based midwifery practice and promoting high standards of care throughout the antepartum, intrapartum and postnatal periods.
Lead the development and delivery of a structured preceptorship and clinical consolidation programme for newly qualified midwives.
Support midwives to transition from novice practitioner to competent, confident and autonomous professional.
Foster a positive learning culture that promotes psychological safety, reflective practice and continuous improvement.
Develop and maintain a network of preceptors and clinical mentors across maternity services.
Contribute to workforce retention strategies through proactive support, coaching and career development initiatives.
Support the implementation of national and local maternity priorities, quality standards and workforce development programmes.
Deputise for the Head of Midwifery or Practice Development Lead as required.
About us
We want to attract the best and brightest people to work with us and that means we will look after you from the moment you apply for a role at the Trust and throughout your career with us. Our staff are central to everything we do, and we believe that investing in you is crucial if we want to enable you to reach your full potential.
Details
Date posted
12 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 8a
Salary
£57,528 to £64,750 a year per annum
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Job share, Flexible working
Reference number
177-ELEC-8308251
Job locations
James Paget Hospital
Lowestoft Road
Gorleston, Great Yarmouth
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will lead and coordinate a structured preceptorship and clinical consolidation programme, providing supervision, coaching, mentorship and practice-based learning opportunities throughout the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal continuum. Through expert support and role modelling, the postholder will foster a positive learning culture that promotes psychological safety, reflective practice, professional development and workforce retention.
Working collaboratively with operational leaders, practice development teams, multidisciplinary colleagues and Higher Education Institutions, the Clinical Lead Midwife will contribute to the delivery of the Trust's maternity safety objectives, workforce strategy and national maternity improvement ambitions by developing a capable, confident and sustainable midwifery workforce.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The role will lead and coordinate a structured preceptorship and clinical consolidation programme, providing supervision, coaching, mentorship and practice-based learning opportunities throughout the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal continuum. Through expert support and role modelling, the postholder will foster a positive learning culture that promotes psychological safety, reflective practice, professional development and workforce retention.
Working collaboratively with operational leaders, practice development teams, multidisciplinary colleagues and Higher Education Institutions, the Clinical Lead Midwife will contribute to the delivery of the Trust's maternity safety objectives, workforce strategy and national maternity improvement ambitions by developing a capable, confident and sustainable midwifery workforce.
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Diploma/Degree or equivalent in Midwifery or working towards
- Teaching Qualification (ENB 997 or equivalent)
- Demonstrate evidence of Clinical Research/Audit methods
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of all aspects of Midwifery
- Experience of teaching and mentorship within the clinical setting
- Evidence of attendance at audit meetings
- Management Skills
Desirable
- Multi agency working
- Project Management
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communicator with colleagues even in challenging situations
- Understanding of clinical guidelines, process for review and role of clinical guidelines in practice
- Ability to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Change agent
- Presentation and IT skills
Person Specification
Education and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Diploma/Degree or equivalent in Midwifery or working towards
- Teaching Qualification (ENB 997 or equivalent)
- Demonstrate evidence of Clinical Research/Audit methods
Knowledge and Experience
Essential
- Knowledge of all aspects of Midwifery
- Experience of teaching and mentorship within the clinical setting
- Evidence of attendance at audit meetings
- Management Skills
Desirable
- Multi agency working
- Project Management
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Good communicator with colleagues even in challenging situations
- Understanding of clinical guidelines, process for review and role of clinical guidelines in practice
- Ability to meet deadlines
Desirable
- Change agent
- Presentation and IT skills
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 (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.
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
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
James Paget Hospital
Lowestoft Road
Gorleston, Great Yarmouth
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
James Paget University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
James Paget Hospital
Lowestoft Road
Gorleston, Great Yarmouth
NR31 6LA
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.jpaget.nhs.uk/work-for-us/ (Opens in a new tab)