Job summary
As the Perineal Pelvic Health Specialist (PPHS) Specialist Midwife you will be responsible for supporting the development and implementation of the Greater Manchester Wave 3 Perinatal Pelvic Health Service (PPHS) implementation programme in line with the National PPHS service specification and Implementation Guidance, working in conjunction with physiotherapy services to support a network approach to the programme.
You will provide specialist high quality care to ensure that all pregnant women receive advice and support to prevent pelvic health problems, and that those with problems are offered all conservative treatment options before surgery is considered, in line with NICE Guidance. This role will support integration and collaboration across both maternity and physiotherapy services, locally and within the GM network.
Main duties of the job
To support the development and implementation of PPHS with in the organisation working with colleagues across GM and align to the PPHS Wave 3 Implementer programme
To implement and provide specialist evidence-based care for women with childbirth related perineal trauma (CRPT), OASI and pregnancy related bladder/bowel dysfunction, including the provision of endoanal ultrasound scans
To liaise with women's health physiotherapists in providing training to midwives on pelvic floor muscle exercises (PFME) in order that they can deliver appropriate preventive antenatal PFME guidance for the women that they care for.
To lead in the development and promotion of Trust guidelines and protocols for women requiring perineal suturing and bladder care and OASI, adopting a multi professional approach.
To improve governance, patient safety and continuity of care in women with obstetric pelvic floor injury
To promote education within maternity services to continue to improve intrapartum and postpartum perineal and bladder care and to support further reduction in rates of perinatal pelvic health problems
To work with and support the Obstetric team in the day-to-day management of the OASI/Perineal Urogynaecology service and to make significant contribution to the strategic direction of the OASI and perineal trauma service
About us
We hold a unique position in the Stockport community as the provider of healthcare and we are one of its largest employers.
We believe that the best organisations are those that reflect the communities they serve. We are therefore seeking to improve the diversity of our workforce to make it truly representative of our local population.
We actively encourage applications irrespective of race, age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage & civil partnership, or pregnancy or maternity. Recognising those communities that are underrepresented within our workforce, we would particularly welcome applications from you.
If you require support with your application please contact a member of the recruitment team, who can discuss alternative application methods.
We recognise that flexible working is important. We take requests for flexible working seriously, consider any request we receive and try to work with you, so we can explore if your request may fit with the needs of the service.
Benefits we offer to you:
- Between 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
- NHS pension scheme membership
- Salary sacrifice schemes for lease cars, home electronics and more, to make your salary go further
- NHS Staff discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
- Salary finance - for loans, savings, budget planning and tips on managing debt
- Stockport Credit Union- for local financial advice
Job description
Job responsibilities
Requirements
Essential (E) / Desirable (D)
Assessment Method Application Form (AF) / Test (T) / Interview (I) / References (R
Education & Qualifications
Registered Midwife on NMC Register
Post-registration qualification or evidence of further study to Degree level
Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
E
E
E
AF
AF
AF/I
Knowledge
Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance and the relevance to practice
Significant current experience within the field at Band 6 or above. Post registration experience of NHS Midwifery.
In depth knowledge of Pelvic Health and the perineal care and OASI bundle.
Awareness of National and local health policy relating to maternity and wider safety ambitions
Awareness of national safety standards and reporting
Understanding of the specialist role and the associated responsibility/accountability.
E
E
E
E
E
E
AF/I
AF
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
E
Experience
Involvement in the implementation of service improvements
Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment.
An excellent clinical record
Evidence of delivering high quality teaching to staff groups
E
E
E
E
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
Skills & Abilities
Effective written communication skills including analysis and presentation of reports
Ability to work using own initiative and as part of a MDT
Able to give effective oral presentations when expressing ideas to groups or individuals
Ability to analyse complex issues and make decisions
Leadership and organisational skills
Negotiating / influencing skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Logical approach to problem solving
Ability to relate to groups and individuals at all levels
Able to offer encouragement and support to others to foster both personal and professional development
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
Work Related Circumstances
Occupational Health Clearance
Able to respond to the needs of the service, e.g. ad-hoc early / late meetings
DBS
Right to work in UK
E
E
E
E
AF/R
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary.
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Requirements
Essential (E) / Desirable (D)
Assessment Method Application Form (AF) / Test (T) / Interview (I) / References (R
Education & Qualifications
Registered Midwife on NMC Register
Post-registration qualification or evidence of further study to Degree level
Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
E
E
E
AF
AF
AF/I
Knowledge
Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance and the relevance to practice
Significant current experience within the field at Band 6 or above. Post registration experience of NHS Midwifery.
In depth knowledge of Pelvic Health and the perineal care and OASI bundle.
Awareness of National and local health policy relating to maternity and wider safety ambitions
Awareness of national safety standards and reporting
Understanding of the specialist role and the associated responsibility/accountability.
E
E
E
E
E
E
AF/I
AF
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
E
Experience
Involvement in the implementation of service improvements
Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment.
An excellent clinical record
Evidence of delivering high quality teaching to staff groups
E
E
E
E
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
Skills & Abilities
Effective written communication skills including analysis and presentation of reports
Ability to work using own initiative and as part of a MDT
Able to give effective oral presentations when expressing ideas to groups or individuals
Ability to analyse complex issues and make decisions
Leadership and organisational skills
Negotiating / influencing skills
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
Logical approach to problem solving
Ability to relate to groups and individuals at all levels
Able to offer encouragement and support to others to foster both personal and professional development
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
E
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
Work Related Circumstances
Occupational Health Clearance
Able to respond to the needs of the service, e.g. ad-hoc early / late meetings
DBS
Right to work in UK
E
E
E
E
AF/R
AF/I
AF/I
AF/I
The Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and promote safeguarding by implementing the Trusts policies and procedures, acting promptly on concerns, communicating effectively and sharing information appropriately.
If successful this vacancy will require an enhanced DBS check at a cost of £54.90. This cost will be deducted from your first Trust salary.
In addition to this it will be a condition of your employment that you will join the DBS update service and pay the annual subscription fee of £16.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife on NMC Register
- Post-registration qualification or evidence of further study to Degree level
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance and the relevance to practice
- Significant current experience within the field at Band 6 or above. Post registration experience of NHS Midwifery.
- In depth knowledge of Pelvic Health and the perineal care and OASI bundle.
- Awareness of National and local health policy relating to maternity and wider safety ambitions
- Understanding of the specialist role and the associated responsibility/accountability.
Experience
Essential
- Involvement in the implementation of service improvements
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment.
- Evidence of delivering high quality teaching to staff groups
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective written communication skills including analysis and presentation of reports
- Ability to work using own initiative and as part of a MDT
- Able to give effective oral presentations when expressing ideas to groups or individuals
- Ability to analyse complex issues and make decisions
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Able to offer encouragement and support to others to foster both personal and professional development
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Able to respond to the needs of the service, e.g. ad-hoc early / late meetings
- Right to work in UK
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife on NMC Register
- Post-registration qualification or evidence of further study to Degree level
- Evidence of continuing personal and professional development
Knowledge
Essential
- Knowledge of risk management and clinical governance and the relevance to practice
- Significant current experience within the field at Band 6 or above. Post registration experience of NHS Midwifery.
- In depth knowledge of Pelvic Health and the perineal care and OASI bundle.
- Awareness of National and local health policy relating to maternity and wider safety ambitions
- Understanding of the specialist role and the associated responsibility/accountability.
Experience
Essential
- Involvement in the implementation of service improvements
- Experience of working in a multi-disciplinary and multi-agency environment.
- Evidence of delivering high quality teaching to staff groups
Skills & Abilities
Essential
- Effective written communication skills including analysis and presentation of reports
- Ability to work using own initiative and as part of a MDT
- Able to give effective oral presentations when expressing ideas to groups or individuals
- Ability to analyse complex issues and make decisions
- Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
- Able to offer encouragement and support to others to foster both personal and professional development
Work Related Circumstances
Essential
- Able to respond to the needs of the service, e.g. ad-hoc early / late meetings
- Right to work in UK
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).
