Clinical Midwifery Specialist

Position Overview

The role involves delivering comprehensive midwifery services in a secure setting, collaborating with a diverse healthcare team to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for women, birthing individuals, and their infants.

We prioritize the ongoing professional growth of midwives within our organization and offer a structured training program designed to enhance midwifery competencies, ensuring the application of the latest evidence-based practices. Additionally, we provide access to various external training opportunities that cater to the interests of midwives, including courses in Aromatherapy, Maternity Critical Care, and Hypnotherapy, among others. We are dedicated to supporting the well-being of our staff through our Professional Midwifery Advocacy Service and a range of additional benefits.

Available Roles

Positions are open in both inpatient and community environments.

We encourage applications from final-year student midwives for Newly Qualified Midwife positions.

Key Responsibilities

An exciting opportunity exists for a skilled band 6 midwife to join our maternity services. The successful candidate will have the chance to enhance their expertise across various maternity domains, including both high-risk and low-risk intrapartum care, maternity triage, and antenatal and postnatal inpatient services. We take pride in delivering exceptional care within a supportive and dynamic team environment.

Our maternity unit features a birth center equipped with multiple birthing rooms designed to create a calming atmosphere for labor. The delivery suite is recently updated, providing a safe and tranquil space for childbirth, including specialized facilities for bereavement care. Our mixed antenatal and postnatal ward is designed to facilitate a restful recovery experience. The maternity triage department works closely with our antenatal day unit, utilizing established protocols to ensure high standards of care.

About Our Organization

As a key healthcare provider in the community, we are one of the largest employers in the area. Our mission is to make a positive impact every day.

Our core values emphasize care, respect, and active listening. We strive to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds.

We are committed to flexible working arrangements and take requests for such arrangements seriously, aiming to accommodate the needs of our staff while meeting service requirements. The compensation package for this role includes:

• 27-33 days of annual leave plus bank holidays
• Membership in the NHS pension scheme
• Salary sacrifice options for various benefits
• Discounts for NHS staff
• Cycle to work program
• Financial planning support through salary finance
• Access to local financial advice through the Stockport Credit Union

Job Duties

Responsibilities Include:

• Prioritizing, assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating midwifery care to maintain high standards.
• Facilitating effective communication among women, infants, families, and the multidisciplinary team.
• Supporting the Ward Manager/Team Leader in overseeing delegated responsibilities.
• Participating in discussions regarding professional and service-related matters.
• Serving as a resource for colleagues, ensuring expert knowledge is readily available.
• Maintaining accurate and defensible patient documentation in line with organizational policies.
• Demonstrating clinical competence to deliver high-quality midwifery care.
• Assisting in the coordination of multi-professional care for women and families.
• Performing and assessing advanced skills to enhance patient experiences.
• Ensuring proper use of clinical equipment and reporting any issues.
• Adhering to Child Protection, Vulnerable Adult, and Mental Health legislation.
• Fostering collaborative relationships with internal and external departments to optimize patient care.

Our organization is dedicated to safeguarding the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, expecting all staff to uphold this commitment by adhering to established policies and procedures.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check, with associated costs deducted from the initial salary.

Qualifications and Skills

Essential:

• Registered Midwife status.
• Knowledge of public health initiatives.
• Experience in multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Capacity to work effectively within a team.
• Commitment to personal and professional development.

Desirable:

• Evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Experience in clinical audit and research activities.
• Leadership skills.

Work Environment

Essential:

• Occupational Health Clearance.