Job summary
An exciting opportunity to gain a fully funded qualification and step into the rewarding world of Midwifery. Although this position is a 24 months fixed term contract, the actual contract duration will begin when the candidate starts in the roll, and may be slightly shorter than 24 months after pre-employment checks.
This is a fully funded postgraduate diploma in Midwifery (Mid-point band 5 salary)
Train as a midwife with a fully funded two-year postgraduate diploma, in partnership with London South Bank University(LSBU) and Whipps Cross University Hospital. You will earn a band 5 salary, gain hands on experience and have your tuition fees (£9,535/year) fully covered. This full time, 2-year programme is 50% clinical placement at Whipps Cross hospital, and 50% academic study at LSBU. It prepares registered Adult Nurses (NMC Level 1) to become autonomous, confident Midwives. This course can open up an exciting career in Midwifery with a diverse range of opportunities to enhance your future career.
Please complete one application to the hospital of your first choice. Should a hospital be oversubscribed, successful applicants may be offered an alternative hospital. Multiple applications will only be offered one interview and any other application rejected.
Main duties of the job
- To attain a registered midwifery qualification.
- To communicate effectively with women and their families and provide a high standard of Midwifery care throughout preconception, antenatal, intra-partum and postnatal periods under the supervision of the Registered Midwife/Mentor.
- To diagnose pregnancy, assess and monitor women holistically throughout the preconception, antenatal, intra-partum and postnatal stages through the use of a range of assessment methods and reach valid, reliable and comprehensive conclusions under the supervision of the Registered Midwife/Mentor.
- To work towards achieving the midwifery standards of proficiency agree with the HEI provider and set out in the Midwifery ongoing record of achievement.
- Determine and provide programmes of care and support for women which:
- Provide seamless care and interventions in partnership with women and other care providers during the antenatal period which
About us
Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.
The Barts Health group of NHS hospitals is entering an exciting new era on our improvement journey to becoming an outstanding organisation with a world-class clinical reputation. Having lifted ourselves out of special measures, we now have the impetus and breathing space to chart a fresh course in which we are continually striving to improve all our services for patients.
Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.
We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Successful applicants will need to complete and pass academic enrolment at LSBU as well as the Trust recruitment application process, as well as be cleared by OH and DBS at LSBU. Only after the above is complete will the offer be approved, and the place be secured.
Entry Criteria:
- NMC registered Adult Nurse
- UK Bachelors degree (Minimum 2:2) or DipHE with level 6 study
- 6+ months UK clinical experience
- Meet IELTS (7.0 overall) or OET (Grade B) requirements
- Alternatives accepted per NMC language guidance
Eligibility:
- International applicants welcome if meet ALL entry criteria
- Student visa required if applicable (Work visas not accepted)
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledge required. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.
Successful applicants will need to complete and pass academic enrolment at LSBU as well as the Trust recruitment application process, as well as be cleared by OH and DBS at LSBU. Only after the above is complete will the offer be approved, and the place be secured.
Entry Criteria:
- NMC registered Adult Nurse
- UK Bachelors degree (Minimum 2:2) or DipHE with level 6 study
- 6+ months UK clinical experience
- Meet IELTS (7.0 overall) or OET (Grade B) requirements
- Alternatives accepted per NMC language guidance
Eligibility:
- International applicants welcome if meet ALL entry criteria
- Student visa required if applicable (Work visas not accepted)
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Worked in a variety of settings utilising all life skills or transferable skills
- At least 6 months post qualification clinical working experience as an adult nurse on the NMC register in the UK
Skills
Essential
- IT skills
- Can demonstrate application of theory to practice
- Able to work in a multicultural environment.
- Can demonstrate forward thinking approach to care
- Demonstrate effective listening skills
- Can demonstrate robust verbal and written skills
- Can demonstrate reflective practice
Knowledge
Essential
- Current knowledge of Midwifery practice.
- Awareness of latest Government indicatives' around Maternity/Midwifery
- Good standard of written and verbal communication at all times
Qualifications
Essential
- A registered Adult nurse (level 1) with current registration with the NMC
- A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2:2: with a minimum qualification of Diploma in Higher Education with evidence of study at Level 6
Desirable
- Completion of a Research Awareness Course
Other
Essential
- Is willing to work in and travel to all places of work.
- Able to work rotational shifts ie days/nights/weekends/ban k holidays
- Is in good general health and fit for the post as assessed by Occupational Health
- Is able to undertake all duties of a midwifery student in the hospital and community setting.
- Satisfactory DBS check.
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Worked in a variety of settings utilising all life skills or transferable skills
- At least 6 months post qualification clinical working experience as an adult nurse on the NMC register in the UK
Skills
Essential
- IT skills
- Can demonstrate application of theory to practice
- Able to work in a multicultural environment.
- Can demonstrate forward thinking approach to care
- Demonstrate effective listening skills
- Can demonstrate robust verbal and written skills
- Can demonstrate reflective practice
Knowledge
Essential
- Current knowledge of Midwifery practice.
- Awareness of latest Government indicatives' around Maternity/Midwifery
- Good standard of written and verbal communication at all times
Qualifications
Essential
- A registered Adult nurse (level 1) with current registration with the NMC
- A Bachelor's degree with a minimum of 2:2: with a minimum qualification of Diploma in Higher Education with evidence of study at Level 6
Desirable
- Completion of a Research Awareness Course
Other
Essential
- Is willing to work in and travel to all places of work.
- Able to work rotational shifts ie days/nights/weekends/ban k holidays
- Is in good general health and fit for the post as assessed by Occupational Health
- Is able to undertake all duties of a midwifery student in the hospital and community setting.
- Satisfactory DBS check.
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).
