Employer: HSE South West (Cork University Maternity Hospital)
Reference: CUMHM86426
Grade Code: 2445
Category: Nursing and Midwifery
Contract Type: Permanent, Part-Time
Location: Cork University Maternity Hospital, Co. Cork
Date Posted: 20 October 2025
Closing Date: 03 November 2025 at 12:00 PM
About the Role
Cork University Maternity Hospital (CUMH), part of HSE South West, invites applications for a Midwifery Practice Development Co-ordinator. This pivotal role supports continuous improvement in clinical practice, professional education, and evidence-based midwifery standards. The postholder will work closely with the Director of Midwifery and multidisciplinary teams to promote best practice and high-quality care across all maternity services.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and coordinate midwifery practice development programmes in line with HSE national policies.
- Support the implementation of clinical governance and quality improvement initiatives.
- Facilitate staff training, mentorship, and continuing professional development (CPD).
- Collaborate with clinical teams to ensure compliance with professional and regulatory standards.
- Evaluate clinical practices and contribute to service audits and education strategies.
- Drive innovation in patient-centred care through research and best-practice dissemination.
- Participate in local and regional professional forums as required.
Required Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with An Bord Altranais agus Cnáimhseachais na hÉireann (NMBI).
- Minimum five years post-registration experience in midwifery, including at least two years in an education or clinical development capacity.
- Proven leadership, teaching, and facilitation skills.
- Excellent communication and organisational abilities.
Desirable
- Postgraduate qualification in education, leadership, or clinical practice development.
- Experience within large acute maternity or tertiary hospital settings.
What We Offer
- Salary Scale (1 August 2025): €71,408 – €88,123 per annum (Grade 2445 Nursing/Midwifery Practice Development Co-ordinator, 9 points + LSI — HSE Consolidated Pay Scales 2025 Ref: DoH Circular 6/2025).
- Part-time, permanent public-sector employment with full pension and leave entitlements.
- Access to HSE learning and development supports, mentoring, and professional education pathways.
- Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture within Ireland’s leading maternity service.
Ready to Apply?
Applications are open to both HSE and non-HSE candidates.
Please review the full Job Specification, Additional Campaign Information, and Application Form (available via the external link below) before applying.
Closing Date: 03 November 2025 at 12:00 PM
Interviews: Scheduled shortly thereafter; at least two weeks’ notice will normally be provided.
Informal Enquiries:
Ms Katie Bourke, Director of Midwifery
📞 021 492 0500 | 📧 katie.bourke@hse.ie
