Job summary
As the Practice Development Midwife you will be required to implement , teach and support, as required, practice development initiatives, facilitating midwifery staff to develop safe effective care, this will include supporting newly qualified midwives.
The post holder will work with the midwifery team to ensure full implementation of midwifery mandatory training, delivering training including PROMPT, ensuring that learning from incidents , audits and new guidance is shared and embedded.The successful applicant will be supported to relocate to Jersey which will include family relocation if required.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will provide professional leadership and be accountable for the management and
co-ordination of specific practice development initiatives in line with organisational priorities and
care group specific objectives, to establish, develop and promote high standards of care within
maternity services. This midwife will provide expert advice and guidance to the multi professional
team and promote high quality evidenced based care.
About us
Jersey is just 14
miles (20km) from the west coast of France and 85 miles (137km) from the south
coast of England. The island is easy to get to from the UK and mainland Europe.
There are up to 40 daily flights in and out of the island.
Striking scenery, a
safe and inclusive society, miles of sandy beaches, high performing schools, an
enviable work-life balance, a heritage, political and economic stability, low
personal taxes, warm summers and mild winters.
Find out more at
gov.je/movingtoJersey
Jersey has been a
Crown Dependency since 1290, which means its not part of the UK but a
self-governing possession of The Crown. Jersey has its own democratically
elected parliament, government, tax system, and laws. However, the island does
have a close historic relationship with France and the UK and relies on the UK
for defence and international relations. It is also part of the Common Travel
Area (CTA) which allows British citizens to move freely between the UK,
Republic of Ireland, and the Channel Islands without a passport.
Jersey offers
extensive and quality healthcare services, with private and state supported
options available. The NHS is not available in Jersey, healthcare services are
delivered by Health and Community Services. For the first 6 months, health care
services will be provided at an added cost.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the guidelines of the NMC Code (2015) and Standards of Proficiency for Midwives (2019) and apply these to maintain trust and credibility with
patients, and colleagues. The post holder will demonstrate vision and provide professional leadership and accountability for a specialised service.
The post holder will keep fully up to date in developments within own professional discipline and maintain an awareness of developments in clinical and midwifery practice generally and will disseminate knowledge and experience to ensure that evidence-based practice is evident throughout improve patient care.
The post holder will exercise leadership to support and inspire colleagues and provide expert advice and guidance to the multi-disciplinary team, employing change management skills as appropriate.
The post holder will balance clinical/educational responsibilities to maintain professional competence and sustain the authority of professional expertise.
The post holder will maintain a professional portfolio which demonstrates the continuing acquisition of skills, knowledge, attitudes, understanding and achievement
Job description
Job responsibilities
The post holder will demonstrate a thorough knowledge of the guidelines of the NMC Code (2015) and Standards of Proficiency for Midwives (2019) and apply these to maintain trust and credibility with
patients, and colleagues. The post holder will demonstrate vision and provide professional leadership and accountability for a specialised service.
The post holder will keep fully up to date in developments within own professional discipline and maintain an awareness of developments in clinical and midwifery practice generally and will disseminate knowledge and experience to ensure that evidence-based practice is evident throughout improve patient care.
The post holder will exercise leadership to support and inspire colleagues and provide expert advice and guidance to the multi-disciplinary team, employing change management skills as appropriate.
The post holder will balance clinical/educational responsibilities to maintain professional competence and sustain the authority of professional expertise.
The post holder will maintain a professional portfolio which demonstrates the continuing acquisition of skills, knowledge, attitudes, understanding and achievement
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Has 5 years post qualifying experience
- Has generalist and specialist knowledge and skills within Midwifery/ability to practice and support colleagues in all areas of Midwifery services.
- Experience working across professional disciplines and levels within an organisation
- Experience of policy development
- Experience in collating, interpreting and analysing data and produce clear, concise reports. Maintain accurate staff training records.
- Ability to inspire confidence in others and demonstrate strong leadership abilities and act as a
- Has previous experience in a Practice Development role
- positive role model.
- Knowledge and experience of teaching both in a formal and informal setting
- Be able to create a suitable environment for efficient team working
- Engage with practice assurance team and support JCASS
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registered Midwife
- Teaching /mentorship award or qualification
- Has a 1st Degree in a midwifery /health related field
- Evidence of current post graduate study towards an MSC in Clinical practice or equivalent
- Proven Teaching and assessing skills.
Desirable
- MSc in Clinical Practice or equivalent
- Post graduate certificate in Education
Person Specification
Experience
Essential
- Has 5 years post qualifying experience
- Has generalist and specialist knowledge and skills within Midwifery/ability to practice and support colleagues in all areas of Midwifery services.
- Experience working across professional disciplines and levels within an organisation
- Experience of policy development
- Experience in collating, interpreting and analysing data and produce clear, concise reports. Maintain accurate staff training records.
- Ability to inspire confidence in others and demonstrate strong leadership abilities and act as a
- Has previous experience in a Practice Development role
- positive role model.
- Knowledge and experience of teaching both in a formal and informal setting
- Be able to create a suitable environment for efficient team working
- Engage with practice assurance team and support JCASS
Qualifications
Essential
- 1st level Registered Midwife
- Teaching /mentorship award or qualification
- Has a 1st Degree in a midwifery /health related field
- Evidence of current post graduate study towards an MSC in Clinical practice or equivalent
- Proven Teaching and assessing skills.
Desirable
- MSc in Clinical Practice or equivalent
- Post graduate certificate in 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.
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
Health and Community Services
Address
Government Of Jersey
19-21 Broad Street
St. Helier
Jersey
Channel Islands
JE2 3RR
Employer's website
https://www.gov.je (Opens in a new tab)