Job summary
We are looking for an enthusiastic, dynamic, highly motivated senior Midwife who possesses excellent management, communication and organisational skills. You will need to be able to manage, lead and motivate a multidisciplinary team whilst demonstrating high levels of professionalism at all times, acting as an exemplary role model with enhanced levels of clinical care.
You will be innovative, enthusiastic, and emotionally resilient, committed to support change in a complex environment in order to provide care for women and their families.
If you are interested in developing both personally and professionally, and are committed to the delivery of high quality midwifery care, we would love to hear from you.
Main duties of the job
In addition to the below summary you need to familiarise yourself with full Job Description and Person Specification documents attached to this advert
We are looking to recruit a Band 7 clinically credible midwife with a broad range of midwifery experience. ( Although this job is at 20 hours as a B7 we can also consider other hours alongside this role as a B6) You will utilise your excellent clinical skills to support the community teams to deliver high quality care and be open to embracing positive change and transformation in order to meet the needs of the women in the local population. The post holder will play a key part of the development and transformation of the Maternity Service in line with the recommendations set out in Better Births. You will need to be self -motivated, dynamic, enthusiastic and be an effective communicator. You must possess a distinct passion for the community midwifery service and a drive for ongoing learning and development.
The post holder is responsible for the support and co-ordination of a multi-professional team within the community, providing an interlinked, supportive network across the maternity service and wider Trust.
About us
With over 19,000 staff, we are one of the biggest employers in the city with a central role in supporting the health and wellbeing of our local population. We play a leading role in research, education and innovation.
Come and join our wonderful team at NUH. We are big believers in diversity and welcome new ideas to help develop our team in order to deliver world class healthcare to the vast patient populations we serve. With endless personal development opportunities available, at NUH we will endeavour to turn your job into a career!
We particularly welcome applications from people who identify as Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic, or Disabled, as we are striving to be better represented at NUH.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work with the Matron for community together with the established team of Band 7 community team managers and colleagues as part of the leadership team. The post holder will be expected to manage sickness, performance and improvements.You need to be a car user and have a vehicle available for work use.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will work with the Matron for community together with the established team of Band 7 community team managers and colleagues as part of the leadership team. The post holder will be expected to manage sickness, performance and improvements.You need to be a car user and have a vehicle available for work use.
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered and practicing midwife.
- Diploma / Degree or evidence of continuing professional development
- Car Driver / Owner
- Teaching and assessing qualification or evidence of a mentoring course
Desirable
- Management qualification / training
- Leadership course
- Research training / experience
Experience
Essential
- Competent in all areas of midwifery practice
- Proven ability to work inter-professionally with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and external agencies.
- Previous experience of change management.
- Involvement in midwifery practice development.
- band 6 experience of 2+ years
Desirable
- Evidence of leading a team/teams.
- Evidence of leading a community team
- Experience of working in a community setting
Communication and relationship
Essential
- Can demonstrate a passion for leadership and an ability to develop excellence in midwifery practice.
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate basic IT skills using word, excel and powerpoint
Desirable
- participation on audit and/or research
- Evidence of ability to manage conflict appropriately.
- Evidence of dealing with complaints
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Ability to assess, plan and implement action based on a specific need, both client and staff focussed
- Ability to make complex judgements about both clinical and managerial issues.
Desirable
- Demonstrates an awareness of shared governance and its impact on change management.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Will be required to adhere to the Trust policy for Manual Handling
- Frequent use of VDU equipment and keyboard.
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to work night on calls to cover management on-calls
- Full driving licence, with access to a car for business use.
- Ability to travel across all sites and to a range of different venues as required
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Able to prioritise and has effective time management skills
- Able to consider workforce planning, over a 24/7 period and anticipate service needs
Desirable
- Evidence of being a manager on-call
Person Specification
Training and Qualifications
Essential
- Registered and practicing midwife.
- Diploma / Degree or evidence of continuing professional development
- Car Driver / Owner
- Teaching and assessing qualification or evidence of a mentoring course
Desirable
- Management qualification / training
- Leadership course
- Research training / experience
Experience
Essential
- Competent in all areas of midwifery practice
- Proven ability to work inter-professionally with all members of the multi-disciplinary team and external agencies.
- Previous experience of change management.
- Involvement in midwifery practice development.
- band 6 experience of 2+ years
Desirable
- Evidence of leading a team/teams.
- Evidence of leading a community team
- Experience of working in a community setting
Communication and relationship
Essential
- Can demonstrate a passion for leadership and an ability to develop excellence in midwifery practice.
- Demonstrate excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Demonstrate basic IT skills using word, excel and powerpoint
Desirable
- participation on audit and/or research
- Evidence of ability to manage conflict appropriately.
- Evidence of dealing with complaints
Analytical and Judgement
Essential
- Ability to assess, plan and implement action based on a specific need, both client and staff focussed
- Ability to make complex judgements about both clinical and managerial issues.
Desirable
- Demonstrates an awareness of shared governance and its impact on change management.
Physical Skills
Essential
- Will be required to adhere to the Trust policy for Manual Handling
- Frequent use of VDU equipment and keyboard.
Other requirements
Essential
- Ability to work night on calls to cover management on-calls
- Full driving licence, with access to a car for business use.
- Ability to travel across all sites and to a range of different venues as required
Planning and Organisational Skills
Essential
- Able to prioritise and has effective time management skills
- Able to consider workforce planning, over a 24/7 period and anticipate service needs
Desirable
- Evidence of being a manager on-call
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).