Child Protection Midwife

1 month ago

Sheffield, Sheffield, United Kingdom Sheffield Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Full time

Position Overview

An exceptional opportunity has emerged for a Child Protection Midwife to become a vital member of the Safeguarding Team at Sheffield Teaching Hospitals.

We are seeking to appoint a dynamic and highly driven individual who possesses extensive knowledge in Safeguarding, particularly within Maternity and ideally Neonatal services. The successful candidate will adopt a Think Family approach, reporting to and assisting the Lead Midwife for Safeguarding, while serving as a liaison between clinical staff and external agencies involved in the protection of children and child welfare.

The Child Protection Midwife will be a prominent and respected figure within the organization, providing specialized knowledge and guidance to clinical teams.

If you excel in communication and have a talent for fostering positive relationships with colleagues and external professionals, we invite you to join our team and contribute your expertise.

Main Responsibilities

  • Coordinate care for at-risk mothers and their families
  • Deliver safe and effective midwifery services
  • Maintain high standards of accurate documentation
  • Plan, allocate, and oversee the work of a team
  • Regularly take charge of the ward when working in a generic capacity
  • Assist the Senior Midwife in ensuring the highest quality of midwifery care
  • Ensure compliance with local safeguarding protocols and implement specialized care plans
  • Provide expert advice to staff caring for vulnerable women and their infants

About Our Organization

You will be part of an organization that values and respects its workforce and the community it serves. The Trust is recognized as a leader in the NHS and research sectors, offering excellent benefits to its employees, including a commitment to professional development and various policies that support work-life balance.

The Directorate of Obstetrics, Gynaecology, and Neonatology operates from a facility that handles over 6800 births annually and serves as a Regional Tertiary Maternity Service, featuring a Level 3 Neonatal Unit with 44 cots. The Directorate also includes a tertiary Gynae-Oncology service and a developing Gynaecology Service, which encompasses an Assisted Conception Unit.

Job Responsibilities

For comprehensive details regarding this position, please refer to the attached Job Description and Person Specification documents.

When submitting your application, ensure that you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria for this role.

This position is offered on a fixed-term contract basis for a maximum duration of 12 months. The status of the fixed-term contract will be reviewed in accordance with the Trust's legal obligations.

Note: Any secondment must be approved by your current line manager.

Qualifications

Essential

  • Registered practicing Midwife
  • Master's/Degree/Diploma in midwifery

Desirable

  • Additional training in Safeguarding
  • Training in Substance Misuse
  • Training in Domestic Abuse

Experience

Essential

  • Completion of all core competencies
  • Evidence of post-basic clinical placements in diverse settings
  • Experience working with women and families facing complex health and social challenges

Desirable

  • Experience caring for women with substance misuse issues
  • Experience with women who are homeless, asylum seekers, or victims of trafficking

Further Training

Essential

  • Confidence in a range of clinical skills, including cannulation and administering IV medications
  • Working knowledge of Safeguarding for Adults and Children
  • Antenatal Screening knowledge

Desirable

  • Leadership qualification
  • Familiarity with Family Common Assessment Framework (FCAF)
  • Knowledge of Audit C
  • Knowledge of DASH

Skills

Essential

  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Able to manage a caseload and work independently
  • Exhibit a positive and supportive attitude as a team player

Desirable

  • Leadership skills
  • Evidence of innovation and initiative
  • Report writing capabilities

Other Factors

Essential

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