Job summary
University Hospital Southampton (UHS) Maternity Services are seeking band 6 midwives who are enthusiastic and committed to working in collaboration with women, their families and multi-disciplinary teams, supporting personalised choice and promoting exemplary care in line with national transformation ambitions and Trust Values.
UHS Maternity Services are proud to serve the local community. We are committed to positive workforce culture, job satisfaction and a healthy work life balance. This is a priority following the impact that the COVID-19 pandemic has had. We are committed to restoring, nurturing and developing our midwifery workforce. We embody the Trust Values, investing in people, valuing every employee for their unique skills and individual qualities. We are proud of our supportive local induction for new joiners and, of the opportunities for career progression and professional development for all staff, aspiring leaders, future managers and specialist practitioners.
Main duties of the job
Attached you will find the person specification document which provides more detail about the essential and desirable skills and experience needed for this role. We highly recommend you review this document and use it when completing your application as these criteria are used by hiring managers as guidance during shortlisting.
For an overview of the main duties of the role please see the 'Job Description and Main Responsibilities' section below. To understand the day-to-day responsibilities in more detail please read the full job description document attached.
About us
As one of the largest acute teaching Trusts in England, we offer learning and development opportunities to help you achieve the career you aspire to. UHS is rated 'Good' by the CQC and in the latest national NHS Staff Survey, we were in the top 10 acute trusts for staff engagement and for staff recommending the hospital as a place to work or receive care.
All non-clinical roles may involve a mixture of on site and remote working, Specific details and flexible working options can be discussed as part of the interview process. UHS employees are able to access a range of NHS discounts, are entitled to a minimum of 35 days paid holiday (pro rata), and we offer a generous pension scheme.
Southampton is an attractive place to live and work situated on the south coast, with an international airport and direct trains to London. The New Forest National Park and beaches of the Jurassic coast are also right on our doorstep. The city offers living costs 20% lower than London and 14 schools rated outstanding by Ofsted.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What youll do
The Maternity Services provides band 6 midwives with an excellent, comprehensive induction and bespoke development package to enable career progression with broad options for working across a variety of clinical settings.
What were looking forWe are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and flexible individuals who have a passion for midwifery. The successful candidate will be able to evidence professional integrity and an honest approach to embracing new and exciting opportunities and challenges that will be obtainable as they become part of the Maternity team.
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Job description
Job responsibilities
What youll do
The Maternity Services provides band 6 midwives with an excellent, comprehensive induction and bespoke development package to enable career progression with broad options for working across a variety of clinical settings.
What were looking forWe are seeking enthusiastic, motivated and flexible individuals who have a passion for midwifery. The successful candidate will be able to evidence professional integrity and an honest approach to embracing new and exciting opportunities and challenges that will be obtainable as they become part of the Maternity team.
Should you have any queries, please use the contact details below to get in touch.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Registered midwife on relevant part of the NMC Register
- Diploma or degree in midwifery
- Completion of preceptorship
- Competent clinical skills and knowledge across all areas of midwifery practice
- Understanding of clinical priorities
- Understanding of current midwifery issues
- Knowledge of current Government NHS Agenda relevant to Maternity Services
- Suturing competency
- Cannulation competency
Desirable
- Physical Examination of the Newborn (NIPE) qualification
- Recognised teaching / mentorship qualification
- Professional Midwifery Advocate (Supervisor of Midwives)
- Case loading experience
- High dependency experience
- Shift leading experience
Person Specification
Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
Essential
- Registered midwife on relevant part of the NMC Register
- Diploma or degree in midwifery
- Completion of preceptorship
- Competent clinical skills and knowledge across all areas of midwifery practice
- Understanding of clinical priorities
- Understanding of current midwifery issues
- Knowledge of current Government NHS Agenda relevant to Maternity Services
- Suturing competency
- Cannulation competency
Desirable
- Physical Examination of the Newborn (NIPE) qualification
- Recognised teaching / mentorship qualification
- Professional Midwifery Advocate (Supervisor of Midwives)
- Case loading experience
- High dependency experience
- Shift leading experience
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).
