Job summary
Are you an Adult Nurse who would like to become a midwife?
Do you have at least 6 months post-registration experience as a nurse?
This is the opportunity you were waiting for!
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an enthusiastic nurse to join the maternity department as a Student Midwife at Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust.
The successful candidate will undertake the education and training required to achieve NMC registration as a Registered Midwife.Working as a student midwife involves being recognised as a responsible and accountable individual who works in partnership with women to give the necessary support, care and advice during pregnancy, labour and the postpartum period under the direction/supervision of a registered midwife.This care includes preventative measures, the promotion of an optimal birth experience, the detection of complications in mother and child, the accessing of medical care or other appropriate assistance and the carrying out of emergency measures.
Main duties of the job
o Complete the necessary further education at BSc / PG Dip level in order to provide and maintain a high standard skilled care for women, babies and families in various settings in accordance with the accredited faculty syllabus.o At Homerton, we believe in providing excellent care to our community. We encourage and expect all staff to adhere to the Trust values in every aspect of their work.o Education programmes must be designed to prepare students to practise safely and effectively so that, on registration, they can assume full responsibility and accountability for their practice as midwives.o The following guiding principles relate to professional competence and fitness for practice, and the promotion and facilitation of the optimal physiological process of childbirth. This includes competence in identifying any complications that may arise,accessing appropriate assistance, and implementing correct emergency measures.
o In collaboration with Practice Lecturers, Practice Assessors and Practice Supervisors.
About us
Homerton Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a high performing and flourishing organisation serving the population of Hackney, East London, The City and beyond.
We are extremely proud of the fact that Homerton Hospital has recently attained the highest possible rating of "Outstanding" from the Care Quality Commission (CQC)Our integrated Trust provides comprehensive hospital and community health services for its local population and a range of specialist services for a wider group of patients. In addition, the Trust manages services out of St Leonard's Hospital and the Mary Seacole Nursing Home.
Homerton aims to ensure equality and value diversity, and we are committed to inclusion for all of our staff. This is reflected in our policies, procedures and People Plan. All of our staff are expected to embody our Trust values at all times.
We are also committed, through our Fair Recruitment Standards, to ensuring all applicants are treated fairly.
Homerton has a proud tradition of supporting and developing its staff, including its well regarded and valued nursing community, and all staff are able to take advantage of a great range of benefits.
Homerton is proud to have been included on the HSJ & Nursing Times Best Places to Work list.
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 on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
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 on this page
The person specification below is not the full person specification, but outlines the criteria against which your application form will be assessed.
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- A registered Adult nurse (level 1) with current registration with the NMC
- Understand statutory requirement for midwives
- 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
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of good written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of supportive team working
- Strategies to cope with stress / work pressures
- Required level of English language competence should be clearly defined
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months post qualification clinical experience
- Excellent standards of clinical skills and a commitment to family centred care
- Commitment to extend clinical skills
- Ability to demonstrate awareness of research based practice
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of current midwifery issues, with an understanding of the relevance and local impact of issues and policy from the wider arena of the midwifery profession
- Evidence of professional development and relevant further study
- Demonstrated an understanding of the scope of clinical governance issues
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work days / nights / flexible shifts
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Meets University requirements for application
Person Specification
Education / Qualifications
Essential
- A registered Adult nurse (level 1) with current registration with the NMC
- Understand statutory requirement for midwives
- 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
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Evidence of good written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrates understanding of the importance of supportive team working
- Strategies to cope with stress / work pressures
- Required level of English language competence should be clearly defined
Experience
Essential
- At least 6 months post qualification clinical experience
- Excellent standards of clinical skills and a commitment to family centred care
- Commitment to extend clinical skills
- Ability to demonstrate awareness of research based practice
Knowledge
Essential
- Sound knowledge of current midwifery issues, with an understanding of the relevance and local impact of issues and policy from the wider arena of the midwifery profession
- Evidence of professional development and relevant further study
- Demonstrated an understanding of the scope of clinical governance issues
- Knowledge/understanding of confidentiality issues
Trust Values, Equal Opportunities & Other Requirements
Essential
- Ability to work days / nights / flexible shifts
- Understanding and demonstration of the Trust Values
- Commitment and adherence to equality, diversity and inclusion
- Meets University requirements for application
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).
