Job summary
Interviews for this position will be held in person ONLY at the hospital site. Remote interviews will not be available.
The validity of Nursing and Midwifery Council PIN will be checked before shortlisting (Only applicable to registered roles) - inaccuracies in NMC PIN details will mean your application will not be progressed
Interested candidates are encouraged to make contact with the Recruiting Manager to have an informal discussion about the role
Are you a skilled clinical NMC Registered Midwife with a passion for teaching?
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is building the Clinical Skills Team to complement the practice development agenda. We are looking for a midwife or midwives with:
- a real flair for teaching
- a passion for safety and excellence through learning
- clinical expertise in midwifery care
We have a variety of positions available including fixed term and permanent positions, at both of our York and Scarborough sites .These will be discussed in further detail at interview.
Main duties of the job
You will have established competence in clinical core skills, including cannulation, perineal repair, induction of labour methods, theatre cases and others.
You will have a strong desire to demonstrate, teach and supervise to build confidence and competence. You will value evidence and audit to inform training design and delivery.
You will have creative ideas and initiative for clinical scenario teaching, providing hands on training to preceptorship midwives, return to practice midwives and a variety of practice development across the MDT.
You will be agile and visible - creating work based learning by providing opportunities for planned teaching, pop-up learning, opportunistic drills and other continuous improvement through learning.
You will be responsive - as evidence drives practice and identifies themes, and you will work with the Practice Development Team to deliver rapid action training and targeted support.
Targeted support and service need will require some flexibility - the post holder may need to work alongside colleagues and also move across sites and locations to support training and education. You may need to participate in clinical activity as required.
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 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
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
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
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.
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife active NMC PIN
- Mentorship qualification / experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Leadership experience such as supporting staff, shift leadership, coaching, leading a change
- Holds or working towards teaching qualification
Aptitude and Personal Qualities
Essential
- Work with and support team members to perform their role safely, particularly when facing challenging situations with empathy and sensitivity, diplomacy and respect
- Communicate effectively to develop key relationships and increase engagement in learning
- Understands confidentiality and escalation in both clinical care and in relation to colleague's needs
- Proactive and imaginative: uses initiative, judgement and discretion to resolve challenges, provide learning and promote safety
- Evidenced clinical skill set relevant to the role
Desirable
- Experience of contributing to guidelines, audit, patient care pathways etc.
- Engaged or contributed to maternity service improvement through case reviews, QI projects, attendance at meetings and engagement events
Values, Drivers and Motivators
Essential
- Demonstrates organisational values and behaviours
- Demonstrates understanding of safe, open and just culture through learning from events
Person Specification
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife active NMC PIN
- Mentorship qualification / experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable
- Leadership experience such as supporting staff, shift leadership, coaching, leading a change
- Holds or working towards teaching qualification
Aptitude and Personal Qualities
Essential
- Work with and support team members to perform their role safely, particularly when facing challenging situations with empathy and sensitivity, diplomacy and respect
- Communicate effectively to develop key relationships and increase engagement in learning
- Understands confidentiality and escalation in both clinical care and in relation to colleague's needs
- Proactive and imaginative: uses initiative, judgement and discretion to resolve challenges, provide learning and promote safety
- Evidenced clinical skill set relevant to the role
Desirable
- Experience of contributing to guidelines, audit, patient care pathways etc.
- Engaged or contributed to maternity service improvement through case reviews, QI projects, attendance at meetings and engagement events
Values, Drivers and Motivators
Essential
- Demonstrates organisational values and behaviours
- Demonstrates understanding of safe, open and just culture through learning from events
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).
