Deputy Associate Director of Midwifery and Gynaecology
| Posting date: | 04 December 2025 |
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| Salary: | £64,455.00 to £74,896.00 per year |
| Additional salary information: | £64455.00 - £74896.00 a year |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 28 December 2025 |
| Location: | Exeter, EX2 5DW |
| Company: | NHS Jobs |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | C0023-25-2018 |
Summary
For more information on the Job Description and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role Mainly based in Barnstaple Hospital, the DADOM is responsible for providing robust operational and professional leadership, effectively managing both workforce and resources. This role involves working closely with the DOM and ADOM, offering expert advice on midwifery and maternity matters at Trust level. In this capacity, the DADOM exemplifies high professional standards, leading midwifery and nursing staff with integrity. They are accountable to the DOM for upholding the quality agenda and providing professional leadership to the midwifery and gynaecology nursing teams, ensuring effective professional practice in line with clinical governance requirements. Collaboration is a key aspect of this role. The DADOM works alongside a multidisciplinary team, including Clinical Leads, Matrons, the Quality and Safety Team, the Maternity and Neonatal Voice Partnership (MNVP), and service managers. Together, they ensure that gynaecology and maternity care is safe, evidence-based, and tailored to the needs of service users. Royal Devon University Healthcare takes pride in fostering a positive workplace culture that values and supports all staff. Joining the relatively new leadership team as DADOM means contributing to a dynamic period of growth and development. The organisation is committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive, recognising that a supportive culture is essential for delivering outstanding care. This is an invitation to join on this journey to excellence and become part of a dedicated team striving for the highest standards in maternity and gynaecology services. Working Pattern: Monday to Friday with On calls Interview Date: To Be Confirmed For further information please contact: Caroline Lacy, Associate Director of Midwifery at caroline.lacy3@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.