Job overview

We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate Perinatal Matron to work within our maternity services that where rated as outstanding by CQC at their latest visit.  

With transformational leadership skills and extensive midwifery experience, the post holder will be accountable for the provision of high-quality care in their area/s of responsibility. Working within the maternity senior leadership team the post holder will provide professional, clinical, and managerial leadership, also working  in collaboration with the wider matron team within the Royal United Hospital.

The post holder will provide expert advice to Midwives / Nurses / Leads and other managers to ensure that midwifery and neonatal practice and patient care is delivered to the highest standards.

This post is currently offered at 18.75 hours per week, with the potential for additional hours subject to funding approval, which is currently progressing through BSW and ICB governance processes. For further information, please contact [email protected]

To arrange and informal conversation about the role  please contact Gemma Day, Interim Head of Midwifery, (email address above).

Main duties of the job

To be responsible for the Midwifery and Neonatal leadership, improvement, and management 
of services within own defined clinical area/specialty in order to ensure the highest standards 
of patient care and service are delivered in the most efficient and effective way. 
To provide expert advice to Midwives / Nurses / Leads and other managers / leaders to 
ensure that midwifery and neonatal practice and patient care is delivered to the highest 
standards.  
To assume the role of Matron within own area of clinical responsibility and support the Head 
of Midwifery and Neonates to provide expert advice as required. 
To ensure the fundamentals of care are delivered effectively within own defined clinical 
area/specialty and that competence in clinical practice is both developed and maintained, to 
maximise the patient experience and service. 

To take a professional lead role in advising and supporting the Divisional Leadership Team 
within the corporate perinatal agenda, in addition to own specialist area of practice and 
development. 

To participate in the manager on call rota and to deputise for the Deputy Director of Midwifery

Working for our organisation

We are proud to be part of BSW Hospitals Group - a formal partnership between the Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and Salisbury NHS Foundation Trust. With a combined workforce of over 17, 600 colleagues, and budget of 1.6 billion the Group is united by a common purpose to deliver the best possible care to over 1 million people.

We are creating a health and care system that works with the people we care for, reducing the differences people currently face in access, experience and outcomes, improving the experience of our colleagues and tackling shared challenges like sustainability and finances. Every improvement we make across our Group will be guided by what creates the greatest benefit for our colleagues, our patients, our communities and our partners.

By working together, we make a real difference for our patients, each other, and our community. Every role matters in delivering the exceptional, person‑centred care we’re proud of.

We’re committed to a compassionate, inclusive culture where kindness is championed, differences are valued, and diversity makes us stronger.

We want to support you to thrive, taking your career to its full potential. We prioritise staff wellbeing  – and yes, we even have a pool! 

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