The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust

Inpatient Maternity Matron

The closing date is 13 December 2025

Job summary

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Acute Services Matron to join our team at The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust. This pivotal role will provide senior clinical leadership across our acute inpatient and Maternity Triage and ANDU areas, ensuring the delivery of safe, effective, and compassionate care for patients and families.

You will lead and support Midwifery teams, championing high standards of practice and driving improvements in patient experience, safety, and outcomes. Working collaboratively with multidisciplinary colleagues, you will influence service development and embed a culture of excellence and accountability.

The role requires flexibility, with presence across acute wards, labour ward, Triage and ANDU, and occasional attendance at cross-site meetings. Strong leadership, advanced clinical knowledge, and a commitment to continuous improvement are essential.

If you are passionate about quality care and ready to make a significant impact on acute services in Rotherham, we would love to hear from you.

37.5 hours per week

Main duties of the job

As Acute Services Maternity Matron, you will provide visible leadership and expert clinical oversight across all inpatient, Triage and ANDU settings. You will ensure compliance with clinical governance standards, manage resources effectively, and maintain the highest levels of patient safety and dignity.

Your responsibilities include supporting and developing nursing teams, promoting best practice, and driving service improvements. You will act as a role model, mentor, and advocate for staff, fostering a culture of learning, civility, and inclusivity.

This is an opportunity to influence strategic priorities, lead innovation, and deliver outstanding care in a fast-paced environment. If you are committed to excellence and motivated to shape the future of acute services, we want you on our team.

About us

The Rotherham NHS Foundation Trust (TRFT) is a combined acute and community Trust serving our local population of around 270,000 people. Our vision is to always act the right way and be proud to provide exceptional healthcare to the communities of Rotherham

As a Trust we are on a journey to excellence and our people and culture are at the heart of everything we do for patients. In the latest NHS Staff Survey, we are the second most improved Trust in England for would you recommend the Trust as a place to work?, and were one of the most improved for staff engagement overall

But don't just take our word for it each year hundreds of colleagues receive nominations for our Excellence and Proud awards, showcasing our brilliant people and recognising their achievements. Our people make a difference to the lives of patients every day and we are proud of the improvements we are making

All of our colleagues are key to our journey, and we are continuing to improve our services by upholding the Trusts values of Ambitious, Caring and Together. If you are passionate about making a difference, then please apply to join us on our journey to excellence

Certificates of Sponsorship

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Date posted

03 December 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 8a

Salary

£55,690 to £62,682 a year Pro rata/per annum

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

C9165-25-11-011

Job locations

The Rotherham Nhs Foundation Trust

Moorgate Road

Rotherham

South Yorkshire

S60 2UD

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please see attached the job description and person specification for the full details about the role and the responsibilities.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Ability to think and plan, tactically and creatively
To prioritise work programs in the fact of competing demands
A good understanding of the changing NHS environment
A proven track record of operational management at a senior level in an acute hospital environment/Community environment, including staff, financial and change management
Proven track record of delivering the quality agenda, ensuring patient safety is paramount and at the forefront to planning services and resource allocation
Demonstrable previous success in leading and delivering change and performance with and through clinical teams, engaging them in the strategic direction and delivery plans
Establish clear work priorities delegates appropriately and effectively, ensuring a capability to deliver, monitoring performance and giving feedback
Experiencing of managing a budget within a clinical area

Desirable

Experience of working in hospital and community settings

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Midwife NMC Registration
Educated to degree level or a willingness to undertake within next three years
Clinical experience relevant to this post
Post-graduate qualification relevant to the role

Desirable

Recognised leadership or management qualification
Masters Degree

Knowledge

Essential

Relevant professional standards/application of the NMC Code
Knowledge of quality and governance systems
National policy/guidance re professional practice and professional regulation
National changes and developments in health care

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

Ability to think and plan, tactically and creatively
To prioritise work programs in the fact of competing demands
A good understanding of the changing NHS environment
A proven track record of operational management at a senior level in an acute hospital environment/Community environment, including staff, financial and change management
Proven track record of delivering the quality agenda, ensuring patient safety is paramount and at the forefront to planning services and resource allocation
Demonstrable previous success in leading and delivering change and performance with and through clinical teams, engaging them in the strategic direction and delivery plans
Establish clear work priorities delegates appropriately and effectively, ensuring a capability to deliver, monitoring performance and giving feedback
Experiencing of managing a budget within a clinical area

Desirable

Experience of working in hospital and community settings

Qualifications

Essential

Registered Midwife NMC Registration
Educated to degree level or a willingness to undertake within next three years
Clinical experience relevant to this post
Post-graduate qualification relevant to the role

Desirable

Recognised leadership or management qualification
Masters Degree

Knowledge

Essential

Relevant professional standards/application of the NMC Code
Knowledge of quality and governance systems
National policy/guidance re professional practice and professional regulation
National changes and developments in health care

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.