Band 8a- Lead Midwife Education & Training

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The closing date is 16 June 2026

We are seeking an experienced, credible and motivated midwife to undertake the role of Lead midwife for Education and Training here at West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals. The post holder will promote evidence-based learning and will lead the Maternity Education Team in implementing and teaching on specific modules, simulation and inter‑professional education to support the full implementation of Maternity Core Competency Framework Version 2 and Maternity Incentive Scheme educational elements.

They will be responsible for supporting and developing the maternity education department and will lead, promote, and facilitate a safe and positive learning environment and culture for all maternity staff groups. They will identify any gaps in the provision of education and training and be instrumental in the development and implementation of new education programmes, ensuring local and national service objectives are included within the local maternity education strategy.

The post holder will report and represent the Trust Maternity services to NHSE, ICB, HEI and at corporate level meetings, fostering strong system links and influencing midwifery education agenda at all levels. Working 37.5 hours per week Monday‑Friday. We welcome flexible working requests.

We are seeking an experienced, innovative and motivated senior midwife to join our maternity leadership team as Lead Midwife for Education and Training. This is an exciting opportunity to shape the future of maternity education, workforce development and patient safety across our service. As the strategic lead for maternity education and training, you will be responsible for developing, delivering and evaluating a comprehensive education programme that supports excellence in maternity and neonatal care.

Working closely with the Director of Midwifery, Head of Midwifery, governance teams, Higher Education Institutions and system partners, you will ensure our workforce is equipped with the skills, knowledge and confidence required to deliver safe, evidence-based and compassionate care. The successful candidate will lead the maternity education team and oversee all aspects of mandatory, statutory and continuing professional development training.

You will ensure compliance with national frameworks including the Maternity Core Competency Framework, Maternity Incentive Scheme requirements and other national maternity safety initiatives. You will play a key role in creating a positive learning culture that encourages professional development, continuous improvement and shared learning across the multidisciplinary team.

This is a senior leadership role within the maternity service, responsible for leading and developing the education and training agenda across maternity and neonatal services. The post holder will work closely with clinical, governance and operational teams to ensure all staff have access to high‑quality education, training and development opportunities that support safe, effective and compassionate care. The Lead Midwife for Education and Training will provide strategic and operational leadership for the maternity education team and will be responsible for ensuring compliance with national maternity training requirements, professional standards and local organisational objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the planning, delivery and evaluation of maternity education and training programmes across the service.
• Developing and implementing the maternity education strategy in line with local priorities and national maternity policies.
• Ensuring compliance with statutory, mandatory and role‑specific training requirements.
• Leading simulation training, multidisciplinary learning and skills and drills programmes to improve patient safety and team performance.
• Undertaking training needs analyses and developing educational programmes to address identified gaps in knowledge, skills and competence.
• Monitoring, analysing and reporting training compliance and workforce…