Job summary
The maternity team at CDDFT are searching for a committed,
dynamic and enthusiastic midwife to join our South Durham community midwifery
team based in Bishop Auckland Genral Hospital.
We want you to be here, helping to shape our
vision for an outstanding service that gives women, families, our community and
our midwives an extraordinary experience. You will join a warm and supportive
team of community midwives who truly care about the whole maternity
experience.We are seeking a community midwife who is enthusiastic and committed
to working in collaboration with women & families and the
multi-disciplinary team, supporting personalised choice and promoting exemplary
care in line with national transformation ambitions and our trust values.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a passionate,
committed band 6 midwife to provide maternity care within our community
midwifery team based at Bishop Auckland Hospital. You will be responsible for
the planning, implementation and evaluation of individualised care plans which
ensure delivery of holistic, research based care, prioritising communication,
informed consent and relationship building. CDDFT community midwives are
passionate about facilitating antenatal and postnatal continuity of care and
you will be supported as an autonomous practitioner to plan your diary around
your caseload, ensuring that women and families are at the centre of everything
we do.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager.
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks.
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented.
Full Job Descriptions can be found in the adverts supporting documents.
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From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have been employed for a minimum of two years
of as a HCA within the NHS for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months).
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our team at South Durham and Bishop Auckland provide care to women and families across a
varied urban and rural area. We have a very diverse case load, including
vulnerable and isolated communities, providing opportunites to make a real
difference to the families in your care. We have a well established and well
led team of midwives within the team, who you will find very welcoming and
supportive. The team are assisted by the wider maternity team, including a
dedicated Community Matron and Matron for Public Health and Inequalities.
We are very keen to encourage community midwives with an
interest in providing care across the pregnancy and postnatal journey to apply
to work with us to deliver outstanding community based Antenatal and Postnatal
Care to the mothers and families in this area. We are also commited to
provision of our home birth service and would particularly welcome community
midwives with an interest in further developing this important area of care.
The focus of our dedicated community teams is patient centred and individualised
care, providing support and continuity throughout the antenatal and postnatal
period and promoting choice to families from across our diverse communities.
We are looking for an individual with a passion for health
promotion, as the role of community midwife at our Trust includes working
within the UNICEF framework for Infant Feeding, and close working relationships
with our specialist Antenatal and Newborn Screening Team to deliver all
elements of the National Screening Programme.
You will be very well supported with a bespoke
induction and training package by members of our Specialist Practice
Development Team who will ensure your support as you transition to your new
role both professionally and personally. The successful candidate will be
supported and encouraged to seek educational opportunities to further their
Continuing Professional Development and career progression.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our team at South Durham and Bishop Auckland provide care to women and families across a
varied urban and rural area. We have a very diverse case load, including
vulnerable and isolated communities, providing opportunites to make a real
difference to the families in your care. We have a well established and well
led team of midwives within the team, who you will find very welcoming and
supportive. The team are assisted by the wider maternity team, including a
dedicated Community Matron and Matron for Public Health and Inequalities.
We are very keen to encourage community midwives with an
interest in providing care across the pregnancy and postnatal journey to apply
to work with us to deliver outstanding community based Antenatal and Postnatal
Care to the mothers and families in this area. We are also commited to
provision of our home birth service and would particularly welcome community
midwives with an interest in further developing this important area of care.
The focus of our dedicated community teams is patient centred and individualised
care, providing support and continuity throughout the antenatal and postnatal
period and promoting choice to families from across our diverse communities.
We are looking for an individual with a passion for health
promotion, as the role of community midwife at our Trust includes working
within the UNICEF framework for Infant Feeding, and close working relationships
with our specialist Antenatal and Newborn Screening Team to deliver all
elements of the National Screening Programme.
You will be very well supported with a bespoke
induction and training package by members of our Specialist Practice
Development Team who will ensure your support as you transition to your new
role both professionally and personally. The successful candidate will be
supported and encouraged to seek educational opportunities to further their
Continuing Professional Development and career progression.
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Motivational and Empowerment Skills
- Excellent Organisational Skills
- Confident to Work Independently
- Able to use office 365
Desirable
- Use of electronic maternity notes
Special Requirements
Essential
- Valid full UK driving licence. Travel across Trust as required
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered midwife with current UK
- Registration and NMC PIN
Experience
Essential
- IT Skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
- Ability to be reflective practitioner
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleagues
Desirable
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
- Takes ownership of problems
Statutory Registration
Essential
- UK Registration and NMC PIN
Person Specification
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Motivational and Empowerment Skills
- Excellent Organisational Skills
- Confident to Work Independently
- Able to use office 365
Desirable
- Use of electronic maternity notes
Special Requirements
Essential
- Valid full UK driving licence. Travel across Trust as required
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered midwife with current UK
- Registration and NMC PIN
Experience
Essential
- IT Skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
- Ability to be reflective practitioner
- Committed to professional and personal development
- Excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleagues
Desirable
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
- Takes ownership of problems
Statutory Registration
Essential
- UK Registration and NMC PIN
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Bishop Auckland General Hospital
Cockton Hill Road
Bishop Auckland
County Durham
DL14 6AD
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
