Job summary
An opportunity as arisen for a senior midwife with extensive clinical experience to consider applying for a consultant midwife role leading on choice and personalisation, patient experience as part of maternity transformation. The post line managed by director of midwifery and working closely with site Head of Midwifery for Women's care group, Consultants and senior staff to develop a Maternity service that is responsive to the diversity and varied needs of families in our care. As a senior midwife the post holder will support staff in operational aspects of birth planning, providing guidance and support.The key element of the role is to work alongside research team, participate in PSIRF and learning program across the service as well as learning from complaint's investigation process. The post holder has an active role in Southeast London Local and maternity/neonatal system representing KCH, leading on identified work streams and antenatal education. Thepost holder is expected to work clinically 50% of the time covering both Denmark hill and Princess royal university hospital Orpington.The requirement of the role is to lead on any action plan to improve all aspects of patient experience that emerge from CQC maternity survey, complaints and local feedback.On appointment a job plan will be agreed to fulfil four principal role functions.
For an informal discussion contact Director of Midwifery Mitra Bakhtiari Mitra.bakhtiari@nhs.net before applying.
Main duties of the job
50% clinical
covering cross site
participate in manager on call out of hours
attend relevant meetings withing the care group and LMNS as agreed on appointment
About us
The Trust provides a full range of local and specialist services across its five sites. The trust-wide strategy of Strong Roots, Global Reach is our Vision to be BOLD, Brilliant people, Outstanding care, Leaders in Research, Innovation and Education, Diversity, Equality and Inclusion at the heart of everything we do. By being person-centred, digitally-enabled, and focused on sustainability, we aim to take Team King's to another level.
We are at a pivotal point in our history and we require individuals who are ready to join a highly professional team and make a real, lasting difference to our patients and our people.
King's is committed to delivering Sustainable Healthcare for All via our Green Plan. In line with national Greener NHS ambitions, we have set net zero carbon targets of 2040 for our NHS Carbon Footprint and 2045 for our NHS Carbon Footprint Plus. Everyone's contribution is required in order to meet the goals set out in our Green Plan and we encourage all staff to work responsibly, minimising their contributions to the Trust's carbon emissions, waste and pollution wherever possible.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Experience as a clinical midwife in all areas of practice working as a Senior midwife , Registered Midwife working towards or have a Masters Degree, experience in teaching/patient experience and working with LMNS
Job description
Job responsibilities
Experience as a clinical midwife in all areas of practice working as a Senior midwife , Registered Midwife working towards or have a Masters Degree, experience in teaching/patient experience and working with LMNS
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment to and expertise in midwifery
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills including presentations and publications
- Ability to Work under pressure and to meet deadlines
- Personal recognition within the midwifery profession with an existing network of professional contacts
Education, Training, Experience
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Master's qualification
- Mentorship qualification
- Management or leadership course
- A track record of research
- Evidence of substantial clinical experience and ability to function at level required of the post
- Current experience of clinical midwifery practice
- Experience of working in partnership with multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrable experience of managing change within a clinical environment
- Project management skills
- Evidence of teaching
Desirable
- A track record of research
- Willingness to work towards a PhD
- Evidence of ongoing and sustained CPD
Person Specification
Skills
Essential
- Demonstrable commitment to and expertise in midwifery
- Well-developed verbal and written communication skills including presentations and publications
- Ability to Work under pressure and to meet deadlines
- Personal recognition within the midwifery profession with an existing network of professional contacts
Education, Training, Experience
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Master's qualification
- Mentorship qualification
- Management or leadership course
- A track record of research
- Evidence of substantial clinical experience and ability to function at level required of the post
- Current experience of clinical midwifery practice
- Experience of working in partnership with multi-disciplinary team.
- Demonstrable experience of managing change within a clinical environment
- Project management skills
- Evidence of teaching
Desirable
- A track record of research
- Willingness to work towards a PhD
- Evidence of ongoing and sustained CPD
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).
