Senior Clinical Quality Manager

About you We are looking for a compassionate and credible leader who can operate effectively in complex and politically sensitive environments.

You will be

A Registered Midwife with current NMC registration. Educated to degree level, with a master's degree or equivalent senior leadership experience. Experienced in senior leadership within the NHS or a healthcare-related environment. Knowledgeable in quality improvement methodologies and clinical quality assurance. Skilled at interpreting complex information, analysing data and presenting clear recommendations. An excellent communicator with strong influencing and stakeholder engagement skills. Passionate about improving outcomes, reducing inequalities and supporting innovation across maternity services. This is an opportunity to influence maternity and neonatal care across one of England's largest regions at a time of significant transformation. You will work with highly experienced clinical and operational leaders, contribute to regional and national priorities, and help shape the future of services for women, babies and families. At NHS England, we are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive and high-performing organisation where everyone can thrive. We value diversity, collaboration, compassion and continuous improvement, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds. Location Base location flexible within the North East and Yorkshire Region, with the expectation of consistent onsite support in providers and regular regional travel required. If you are an experienced senior midwife who wants to make a difference beyond a single organisation and drive quality improvement at scale, we would love to hear from you. Apply today and help shape safer, better care for women, babies and families across North East and Yorkshire. This influential role will involve identifying emerging quality risks, supporting challenged organisations, analysing complex intelligence, and driving improvement programmes across the region. You will work closely with system partners and senior leaders to improve outcomes and reduce inequalities for women, babies and families. We are looking for someone who: Is a Registered Midwife with current NMC registration. Has significant senior leadership experience within the NHS or a healthcare setting. Has expertise in quality improvement, quality assurance and clinical governance. Can analyse complex information and translate it into meaningful action. Has excellent communication, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills. Is committed to delivering high-quality, equitable care and driving continuous improvement. You can find further details about the role, including key responsibilities and accountabilities, alongside the organisational structure and person specification in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.