Job summary
Here at Macclesfield Maternity Unit, we pride ourselves on being a small inclusive unit with a positive, compassionate culture. We have the NHS People Promise at the heart of our ethos, ensuring our women and families are cared for by safe and happy members of staff. We are situated in the heart of the Cheshire countryside within easy access to most motorways and the city center of Manchester.
We have an exciting opportunity for passionate and dedicated band 5 and 6 midwives to join our award-winning Maternity services at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We are looking for enthusiastic and adaptable midwives who have excellent interpersonal and clinical skills, who can work well as part of the multi-disciplinary team, and can work under pressure in a variety of roles, both teams and core.
You will become a valued member of an innovative team and will help us to excel further to deliver our Trust objectives and values.
Band 5 Midwives will be supported to complete competencies to progress to Band 6 usually with 12 to 24 months.
We would encourage you to watch our recruitment video to see what its really like to work here at Macclesfield Hospital available here:
https://youtu.be/MDKd8mM_1xY
We are open to suggestions for other roles and ways of working that will provide flexible working and support innovative ideas.
Various hours are available including substantive, fixed term and bank roles.
Main duties of the job
We are holding a recruitment event for Midwives on Wednesday 20th March 2024, 4.00pm to 7.00pm and so if you are interested in attending, alternatively you can apply via registering through Eventbrite:
https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/staff-nurse-neonatal-midwife-healthcare-assistant-recruitment-event-tickets-840221885277?aff=oddtdtcreator A midwife who will provide high standards of clinical care throughout the pregnancy continuum and fulfil the role of an active member of the midwifery team.
Some roles require you to participate in the on-call rota as required in the provision of the 24-hour service
We are very open and keen for innovative ideas and new ways of working to provide flexibility for our staff and the best experience for our women and families.
We are not currently accepting applications from overseas trained Midwives who do not currently have NMC registration.
About us
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. An organisation with a real sense of community we actively support and develop our staff to ensure our patients receive the best quality care, delivering the right care first time, every time.
COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Registration
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Degree in health-related subject
Knowledge and Experince
Essential
- Evidence of excellent clinical skills
Desirable
- Awareness of political issues affecting midwifery care
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage ward/caseload in the absence of Band 7 Midwife
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced clinical skills
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Reliable, tactful and enthusiastic
- Demonstrate leadership skills
- Ability to manage difficult situations
Desirable
- Ability to initiate and manage change
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
Person Specification
Qualification
Essential
- NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Registration
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Degree in health-related subject
Knowledge and Experince
Essential
- Evidence of excellent clinical skills
Desirable
- Awareness of political issues affecting midwifery care
Skills
Essential
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage ward/caseload in the absence of Band 7 Midwife
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced clinical skills
Specific Job Requirement
Essential
- Reliable, tactful and enthusiastic
- Demonstrate leadership skills
- Ability to manage difficult situations
Desirable
- Ability to initiate and manage change
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details.
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).
