Safeguarding and Complex Care Matron
| Posting date: | 12 June 2025 |
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| Salary: | £55,690.00 to £62,682.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £55690.00 - £62682.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 24 June 2025 |
| Location: | Exeter, EX2 5DW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C0023-25-1146 |
Summary
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role About the Role We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Clinical Midwife Safeguarding and Complex Care (Band 8a) to join our dynamic maternity team. This pivotal leadership role requires an experienced midwife who is passionate about safeguarding and committed to improving outcomes for women and families with complex needs. This is a cross site role working across Exeter and Barnstaple safeguarding and complex care pathways As the Trusts strategic and operational lead for safeguarding and complex care in maternity, you will provide expert clinical leadership, advice, and guidance on all matters related to safeguarding, vulnerability, and complex social circumstances. You will work closely with multidisciplinary teams, external agencies, and senior stakeholders to ensure the safety, dignity, and well-being of all service users.Key Responsibilities Lead on safeguarding strategy and complex care pathways within maternity services Act as the key liaison between maternity, safeguarding teams, CYPS, and other external partners Provide expert clinical supervision and support to midwifery and obstetric staff in managing safeguarding cases and complex care pathways Contribute to serious case reviews, safeguarding adult reviews, and learning events Develop and implement policies, pathways, and audit frameworks to improve service delivery Drive quality improvement initiatives focused on the care of vulnerable women and families Oversee safeguarding training and continuous professional development for maternity staff Lead the development of specialist services for women with additional vulnerabilities (e.g., mental health, substance misuse, domestic abuse)About You Essential: Registered Midwife with current NMC registration Significant post-registration experience in midwifery, including community and acute settings Proven experience working in safeguarding and/or with women with complex social care needs Strong leadership and communication skills In-depth knowledge of national safeguarding legislation, guidance, and maternity standards Experience working across organisational boundaries to deliver integrated care Ability to manage sensitive and challenging situations with diplomacy and empathy Working Pattern: 18.75 hours with an on call commitment Interview Date: Wednesday 2nd July 2025 Pay: The salary advertised for this position reflects the Agenda for Change 2025/6 rates, inclusive of a 3.6% pay award which will be implemented later this year. If you join before the implementation date, the pay award will be backdated to your start date. Until then, remuneration will be based on the 2024/5 pay bandings (Pay scales for 2024/25 | NHS Employers) For further information please contact: Angela Bellamy, Director of Midwifery on angela.bellamy3@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications. Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies. If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts. Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.