Midwife Practitioner
2 months ago
Annan, Dumfries and Galloway, United Kingdom
NHS Dumfries & Galloway
Full time
**Job Summary**
We are seeking a skilled Midwife Practitioner to join our innovative community-based midwifery team in NHS Dumfries and Galloway. The successful candidate will provide continuity of care for women with complex social needs throughout the antenatal and postnatal periods.
**Key Responsibilities:**
- Deliver non-judgmental, individualized midwifery care to women with complex social needs
- Work collaboratively with families and multi-agency partners to improve outcomes for the unborn, woman, and her family
- Provide health promotion, signposting, and support to address factors impacting a pregnant mother's ability to parent
- Work closely with multidisciplinary teams, including Social Services, Child Protection Advisors, and voluntary agencies
**Requirements:**
- Registered Midwife with a passion for supporting vulnerable women
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work flexibly and develop trusting relationships with women and their families
**What We Offer:**
- A rare and exciting opportunity to join a pioneering midwifery team
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- Opportunities for professional development and growth