York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Perinatal Mental Health Midwife

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Job summary

We have an exciting new opportunity for an experienced midiwfe to join our team as a Band 6 Perinatal Mental Health Midwife.

The role will support the Lead Midwife for Perinatal Mental Health (PNMH) in the training and support of women and staff on each unit. The PNMH midwife will be a visible role model, providing clinical support and practical guidance. The post holder will demonstrate an advanced level of PNMH knowledge using current evidence-based research and practice, working alongside the Lead Midwife for PNMH. They will exercise high levels of judgement, discretion and decision making in clinical care, adhering to policies and guidelines within maternity and relevant to PNMH. They will be expected to work autonomously, developing a sound understanding of the issues relating to the identification, treatment and management of the client group across the Trust.

The PNMH Midwife will act as a resource for other members of the multi-disciplinary team, facilitating an environment of learning to promote the development of all staff - including midwives, support staff, and medical staff. There will be a requirement to teach, assess, supervise and support midwives, student' midwives, support staff and other health professionals in issues relating to PNMH.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will advise and support completion of competency documents where appropriate for staff ensuring the provision of safe, high quality care. The post holder will also work in collaboration with healthcare colleagues and other educators to ensure that the clinical education and development needs of the non-medical Neonatal workforce are identified and addressed using a variety of teaching and assessment strategies to meet all learning styles.

The postholder will be involved in the monitoring and improving of standards of care through supervision of practice, clinical audit, evidenced based practice, teaching and supporting professional colleagues. They will contribute to clinical governance within the service by participating in audit and research as part of the MDT within the field of perinatal mental health.

The post holder will demonstrate strong leadership qualities, be open and transparent and may be designated to take a management responsibility for PNMH queries in the absence of the PNMH Lead Midwife. The post holder may be required to be deployed outside of their normal work setting, depending on clinical risk and service need. The post holder will work within the framework of the NMC Midwives Code of Practice and YSTHFT Guidelines and Protocols.

If you are currently employed by the Trust and you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying for the post.

About us

Our benefits

We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:

Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants

27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)

A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.

A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave

Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme

NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme

An extensive range of learning and development opportunities

Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers

For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.

Date posted

17 March 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£37,338 to £44,962 a year pro rata

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

6 months

Working pattern

Part-time

Reference number

419-7000904-PMHM-FH-A

Job locations

York and Scarborough General Hospital

Woodlands Drive

Scarborough

YO12 6QL

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are delighted to be able to offer a range of roles within the maternity department across the Trust following additional investment to enhance services.

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact:yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.

As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

We are delighted to be able to offer a range of roles within the maternity department across the Trust following additional investment to enhance services.

A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.

Working for the Trust

Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.

Armed Forces Friendly Employer

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

Post registration experience with evidence of in-depth midwifery knowledge and skills
Demonstrate a robust knowledge and understanding of relevant PNMH guidance and evidence.
Ability to communicate effectively with the MDT and women and their families.

Desirable

Experience in facilitating training in PNMH or a related topic.
Experience in effective multi-agency and partnership working

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Registered Midwife
Mentorship qualification
Evidence of continuing education

Person Specification

Experience and Knowledge

Essential

Post registration experience with evidence of in-depth midwifery knowledge and skills
Demonstrate a robust knowledge and understanding of relevant PNMH guidance and evidence.
Ability to communicate effectively with the MDT and women and their families.

Desirable

Experience in facilitating training in PNMH or a related topic.
Experience in effective multi-agency and partnership working

Qualifications and Training

Essential

Registered Midwife
Mentorship qualification
Evidence of continuing education

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

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York and Scarborough General Hospital

Woodlands Drive

Scarborough

YO12 6QL

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address

York and Scarborough General Hospital

Woodlands Drive

Scarborough

YO12 6QL

Employer's website

https://www.yorkhospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)