Job summary
The post holder will have a clear vision to provide outstanding individualised care and support to women and their families through the antenatal period, and be able to provide advice and support during labour and after delivery.
They will be an active member of the Birth Options Team. Primarily, but not exclusively, supporting women who have had a previous Caesarean birth with their options during their pregnancy, delivery and postnatal period.
In addition, they will be an active member of the Reflection and Resolution Team. Supporting service users and their families to discuss previously traumatic experiences and sign posting to other agencies where necessary.
Main duties of the job
1.1 Provide individualised, family centred, holistic care, which contributes to both safety and satisfaction, and facilitates all the adaptations essential for successful childbearing.
1.2 Assess, implement, and evaluate appropriate care pathway for all women and their families with a particular focus on those who have experience previous caesarean birth.
1.3 Act as a professional source of knowledge in the care of women opting for either VBAC or elective caesarean.
1.4 Advocate and facilitate women's involvement in their decision-making process.
1.5 Actively participate in the debrief service (Reflection & Resolution) providing women with the opportunity to discuss aspects of their pregnancy and birth, their feelings, emotions and concerns for future births.
1.6
About us
We are committed to being an inclusive and diverse employer. We strive to employ people who reflect the communities we serve, and aim to create an inclusive culture where everyone can reach their full potential. Whatever your race, ethnicity, belief, generation, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, disability or experience, you'll appreciate the opportunities we give you to work in an inclusive atmosphere. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences to build on the progress we've achieved to make our Trust diverse and the best place to work. We celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that help us overcome challenges and embrace new possibilities. We have signed the Armed Forces Covenant Pledge and have a commitment to the Armed Forces Community.
We are dedicated to using our Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) approach as our shared organisation model of change to enhance our services and ensure excellence in patient care.
If you are considering applying for a role, please be aware that as an NHS Employee you may have contact with vulnerable service users. We strongly encourage that all our staff are vaccinated against COVID-19 and are vaccinated annually against Flu, in order to protect the health and safety of our staff and patients. Your commitment will help us to put the safety and care of our patients first, as well as helping us to protect you and your colleagues.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work along side the Birth Options Midwife, covering clinics on Monday and Wednesday. In addition to support the Debrief Team with provision of debriefing sessions with women and their families.
2.1 Prepared to work as a clinical midwife in areas of the maternity unit, other than in the area, where based, if required to do so to meet the service needs.
Job description
Job responsibilities
To work along side the Birth Options Midwife, covering clinics on Monday and Wednesday. In addition to support the Debrief Team with provision of debriefing sessions with women and their families.
2.1 Prepared to work as a clinical midwife in areas of the maternity unit, other than in the area, where based, if required to do so to meet the service needs.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife with extensive midwifery experience.
- Evidence of CPD
- Post graduate degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Professional Midwifery Advocate (PMA)
- Teaching qualification.
- NIPE trained
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Able to function as a practitioner, as well as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
- In depth knowledge of the principles and recommendations of current professional issues.
- Knowledge and understanding of midwifery legislation
- Able to demonstrate good levels of theoretical midwifery knowledge.
- Knowledge and an understanding of current professional issues and initiatives
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels, verbally and in writing
- Knowledge of Microsoft office applications
- Able to prioritise own workload
- Ability to adapt to meet changing needs and to work under pressure
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methodology.
- Understanding of mental health and the impact this has on pregnancy, birth and beyond
- Knowledge and experience of handling differing cultural and religious needs
- Have an understanding of the national agenda / Maternity Transformation Programme
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience as a Midwife
- Experience in supporting a woman's choice in pregnancy and birth.
Desirable
- A special interest in Birth Trauma/PTSD.
- Experience of teaching in a clinical environment
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to act as the client's advocate.
- Polite, pleasant and competent manner.
Person Specification
Education and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife with extensive midwifery experience.
- Evidence of CPD
- Post graduate degree or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Professional Midwifery Advocate (PMA)
- Teaching qualification.
- NIPE trained
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Able to function as a practitioner, as well as part of the multi-disciplinary team.
- In depth knowledge of the principles and recommendations of current professional issues.
- Knowledge and understanding of midwifery legislation
- Able to demonstrate good levels of theoretical midwifery knowledge.
- Knowledge and an understanding of current professional issues and initiatives
- Well-developed interpersonal skills, able to communicate effectively at all levels, verbally and in writing
- Knowledge of Microsoft office applications
- Able to prioritise own workload
- Ability to adapt to meet changing needs and to work under pressure
Desirable
- Knowledge of research methodology.
- Understanding of mental health and the impact this has on pregnancy, birth and beyond
- Knowledge and experience of handling differing cultural and religious needs
- Have an understanding of the national agenda / Maternity Transformation Programme
Experience
Essential
- Significant experience as a Midwife
- Experience in supporting a woman's choice in pregnancy and birth.
Desirable
- A special interest in Birth Trauma/PTSD.
- Experience of teaching in a clinical environment
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Able to act as the client's advocate.
- Polite, pleasant and competent manner.
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
