Job Summary
This is an exciting opportunity to join the preceptorship programme at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust. We offer an opportunity to consolidate your skills as a midwife within the maternity unit rotating through several hospital wards.
We are proud our preceptorship programme has achieved the Capital Midwife quality mark,
We have an extensive preceptorship package which includes alongside your mandatory training - Simulation skills, IV Cannulation, Suturing, Bereavement, Screening study days with orientation and supernumerary in each new area.
Training opportunities will continue after this preceptorship year and we will encourage you keep training as you develop your career with us.
Shortlisted applicants will be invited to an assessment centre, you will be required to pass the practical element before progressing to interview on the same day.
Closing date: 27th January 25
Interview: 6th February 25
Main duties of the job
The hospital rotation includes working on the Hospital Birth Centre (Obstetric Labour Ward), Postnatal Ward and the Antenatal Ward.
You will be supported to develop your competencies in suturing and cannulation. You will be expected to participate in the care of women requiring both high and low risk care, bereavement care, induction of labour and the immediate postnatal period. We work as part of a MDT and you will liaise with and receive support from other health care professionals on the ward such as doctors, nurses and more senior midwives.
You will be supported by our Senior Midwifery Team, Practice leaders, our PMAs and PDM team to build on your skills and confidence as you progress through your midwifery career.
About Us
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust comprises five of the UK's best known hospitals - Guy's, St Thomas', Evelina London Children's Hospital, Royal Brompton and Harefield - as well as community services in Lambeth and Southwark, all with a long history of high quality care, clinical excellence, research and innovation.
We are among the UK's busiest, most successful foundation trusts. We provide specialist care for patients including heart and lung, cancer and renal services as well as a full range of local hospital and community services for people in Lambeth and Southwark.
We have a long tradition of clinical and scientific achievement and - as part of King's Health Partners - we are one of England's eight academic health sciences centres, bringing together world-class clinical services, teaching and research. We have one of the National Institute for Health Research's biomedical research centres, established with King's College London in 2007, as well as dedicated clinical research facilities.
We have around 22,700 staff, making us one of the largest NHS Trusts in the country and one of the biggest employers locally. We aim to reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and continue to develop new and existing partnerships with local people, patients, neighbouring NHS organisations, local authorities and charitable bodies and GPs.
Date posted
20 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£35,964 to £43,780 a year p.a inc HCA ( pro rata)
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
196-NM12465
Job locations
St Thomas Hospital
Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE1 7EH
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Responsible for carrying out clinical practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based midwifery assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for women and babies is provided from admission through to discharge.
Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
To act as advocate for women within the area, to ensure a woman centred approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.
To ensure that mothers and babies receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.
Will advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate midwifery assessments and devise a plan of care.
Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a mother and babys requirements.
Will ensure that all mothers will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs.
Carry out midwifery procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards.
Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team.
Take a clear and concise history from women by assessing their health
and well being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are
accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained.
Utilise the basic skills of a registered midwife in the provision of care to a named caseload of women, including appropriate referral as required.
To be responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication.
Professional Responsibilities
Is wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.
Will act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines & Policies including Health and Safety initiatives.
Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act, and be aware of
Its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed.
Will work in accordance with Corporate Objectives
Will compile a personal & professional portfolio (in conjunction with the Performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan).
Will maintain a high standard of care and be courteous and polite at all times.
Provide total care to a caseload of women in liaison with the other staff and under the direction of the MPL or senior midwife.
Will adopt a woman centred approach to work
In liaison with the MPL ensure that midwifery practice is in keeping with current research findings and is appropriate for each individual woman for whom care is being provided.
Will practice in a cost effective and cost aware manner
Will ensure that the Hospitals policy is understood and carried out with regard to the care and custody of drugs/medications, especially with regard to those covered by the Control of Drugs Act.
Will be familiar with the wards fire, manual handling and C.O.S.H.H policies.
Will be fully conversant with the trust major incident plan, and ensure that
all staff on the ward understand the procedure.
Will establish a relationship with the Professional Midwifery Advocate team and be familiar with the A-EQUIP model.
Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safety, security and risk.
Report complaints, incidents and accidents to the MPL or midwifery manager.
Work with the MPL in the monitoring of standards of care
Communication
Will be responsible for the provision and receipt of complex, sensitive or contentious information related to patients, patient care, relatives, staff and other multidisciplinary colleagues.
Provides specialised advice concerning the care or treatment of identified groups or categories of women and babies
Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multidisciplinary team regarding care.
Will communicate with women and relatives, making reports and liaising, as appropriate; with medical staff other members of the care team and management.
Will give and receive day/night reports.
Report to the Doctor/Midwifery Practice Leader and members of the multidisciplinary team on a mother or babys condition, both verbally and in writing as necessary.
Liaise with inter-hospital departments/personnel
Attend and participate in ward meetings and help promote new ideas and methods and assist in their implementation.
Attend and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to benefit patient care.
Education & Professional Development
Act as a role model, giving guidance, counselling and support to unqualified staff and students.
Assist with orientation programmes which familiarise new members of staff.
Participate in the supervision and support of junior staff and students
Actively contribute to the teaching programme within the clinical area.
Take every opportunity to maintain and improve knowledge and competence, and take steps to keep up to date with clinical and midwifery developments.
Job Description Job Responsibilities
Clinical Duties
Responsible for carrying out clinical practice within designated clinical areas, ensuring that high quality, current evidence-based midwifery assessment, care planning, implementation, interventions and evaluations for women and babies is provided from admission through to discharge.
Will be responsible for the application of knowledge across the range of work procedures and practices, underpinned by theoretical knowledge and practical experience.
To act as advocate for women within the area, to ensure a woman centred approach to the delivery of care and to meet standards within the NHS Plan and other relevant guidelines.
To ensure that mothers and babies receive high quality clinical care and a good patient experience, having regard for their customs, religious beliefs and doctrines.
Recognise and avoid situations that may be detrimental to the health and wellbeing of the individuals.
Will advise on the promotion of health and the prevention of illness.
Recognise the significance of observations made, and use them to develop and initiate midwifery assessments and devise a plan of care.
Carry out those activities necessary to conduct a comprehensive assessment of a mother and babys requirements.
Will ensure that all mothers will have a discharge plan that is safe and appropriate for their needs.
Carry out midwifery procedures and treatments, checking on and maintaining the highest possible standards.
Work alongside the multi-disciplinary team.
Take a clear and concise history from women by assessing their health
and well being and complete documentation ensuring that all entries are
accurate and legible and that all information systems are maintained.
Utilise the basic skills of a registered midwife in the provision of care to a named caseload of women, including appropriate referral as required.
To be responsible for the correct administration of prescribed medication.
Professional Responsibilities
Is wholly accountable for his / her practice in line with the NMC code of professional conduct and takes every reasonable opportunity to sustain and improve his / her knowledge and professional competence.
Will act in accordance with Local, Hospital and Statutory Guidelines & Policies including Health and Safety initiatives.
Will be familiar with the Health and Safety at Works Act, and be aware of
Its implications and ensure that local unit and departmental policies are followed.
Will work in accordance with Corporate Objectives
Will compile a personal & professional portfolio (in conjunction with the Performance management process and the compilation of a Personal Development Plan).
Will maintain a high standard of care and be courteous and polite at all times.
Provide total care to a caseload of women in liaison with the other staff and under the direction of the MPL or senior midwife.
Will adopt a woman centred approach to work
In liaison with the MPL ensure that midwifery practice is in keeping with current research findings and is appropriate for each individual woman for whom care is being provided.
Will practice in a cost effective and cost aware manner
Will ensure that the Hospitals policy is understood and carried out with regard to the care and custody of drugs/medications, especially with regard to those covered by the Control of Drugs Act.
Will be familiar with the wards fire, manual handling and C.O.S.H.H policies.
Will be fully conversant with the trust major incident plan, and ensure that
all staff on the ward understand the procedure.
Will establish a relationship with the Professional Midwifery Advocate team and be familiar with the A-EQUIP model.
Take all possible precautions to safeguard the welfare and safety of staff, service users, visitors and the public, by implementing all policies related to health, safety, security and risk.
Report complaints, incidents and accidents to the MPL or midwifery manager.
Work with the MPL in the monitoring of standards of care
Communication
Will be responsible for the provision and receipt of complex, sensitive or contentious information related to patients, patient care, relatives, staff and other multidisciplinary colleagues.
Provides specialised advice concerning the care or treatment of identified groups or categories of women and babies
Communicate effectively and efficiently with all members of the multidisciplinary team regarding care.
Will communicate with women and relatives, making reports and liaising, as appropriate; with medical staff other members of the care team and management.
Will give and receive day/night reports.
Report to the Doctor/Midwifery Practice Leader and members of the multidisciplinary team on a mother or babys condition, both verbally and in writing as necessary.
Liaise with inter-hospital departments/personnel
Attend and participate in ward meetings and help promote new ideas and methods and assist in their implementation.
Attend and participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and case conferences to benefit patient care.
Education & Professional Development
Act as a role model, giving guidance, counselling and support to unqualified staff and students.
Assist with orientation programmes which familiarise new members of staff.
Participate in the supervision and support of junior staff and students
Actively contribute to the teaching programme within the clinical area.
Take every opportunity to maintain and improve knowledge and competence, and take steps to keep up to date with clinical and midwifery developments.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
Desirable
- Relevant degree
- Evidence of professional accountability and responsibility via a student portfolio
Previous Experience Essential
- Experience in a range of maternity settings
Skills/Knowledge Essential
- Can demonstrate application of theory to practice.
- Is willing to work in all areas
- Well presented and fully completed application with valid reasons for applying for the post
- Has knowledge of Trust's Policies and Procedures
- Able to prioritise workload appropriately
- Can maintain confidentiality at all times
- Able to work in a multicultural environment
Values and Behaviour Essential
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
Desirable
- Relevant degree
- Evidence of professional accountability and responsibility via a student portfolio
Previous Experience Essential
- Experience in a range of maternity settings
Skills/Knowledge Essential
- Can demonstrate application of theory to practice.
- Is willing to work in all areas
- Well presented and fully completed application with valid reasons for applying for the post
- Has knowledge of Trust's Policies and Procedures
- Able to prioritise workload appropriately
- Can maintain confidentiality at all times
- Able to work in a multicultural environment
Values and Behaviour Essential
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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.
Certificate of Sponsorship
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
Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust
Address
St Thomas Hospital
Westminster Bridge Road
London
SE1 7EH
Employer's website
https://www.guysandstthomas.nhs.uk/careers/careers.aspx (Opens in a new tab)
