Job Summary
Here at WWL maternity services, our aim is to develop confident and compassionate practitioners who can make a positive contribution to midwifery practice.
Do you want to work in a CQC rated GOOD maternity service? Do you want to work in a maternity service that had a recent positive LMNS assurance visit? Are you an experienced band 6 midwife looking for a new opportunity? We are waiting to hear from you.
We are recruiting midwives with a current interest in working in Antenatal Clinic, Community and Enhanced Teams, or Maternity Triage and Day Assessment Unit. All preferences will be considered for successful candidates.
Applicants are welcome from NMC registrants who are highly motivated and passionate about providing high quality, evidence based cared. The post holder will work as a member of our team, providing and leading midwifery care to service users and families.
Successful applicants will receive a comprehensive orientation programme and we assure that they will receive appropriate support and development.
Main duties of the job
To provide high quality, safe and evidence based care across all settings; applying knowledge and skills to holistically assess, plan, implement and evaluate care within their scope of practice.
Facilitate informed decision making in all aspects of antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care.
Establish and maintain effective communication with women and their families.
Work collaboratively within a multi disciplinary team and wider organisations as required.
The post holder is accountable to maintain their own clinical skills and competencies to maintain their NMC registration. The post holder will work within the NMC Code of professional standards, and Trust guidelines and policies.
About Us
Please refer to attached job description for further information.
Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust are the proud providers of acute hospital and community services to the people of the Wigan Borough and surrounding areas. At WWL, we value our staff believing that 'happy staff, makes for happy patients'. We have a recognised track record in staff engagement, and living our values 'the WWL Way'.
WWL are committed to placing the patient at the heart of everything we do, and in the provision of safe, effective care that acknowledges and ensures dignity. With this in mind we are seeking to recruit people who share our values and beliefs.
At WWL we value the benefits a rich and diverse workforce brings to our community and therefore welcome applications from all sections of society.
Date posted
29 January 2025
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 6
Salary
£37,338 to £44,962 a year per annum, pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
302-25-6922229S
Job locations
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Job Description
Job responsibilities
Provide high quality, safe, evidence-based care across all settings, applying knowledge and skills to meet the individual needs of women and families.
Facilitate informed decision making throughout the pregnancy continuum.
Practice within the parameters of Trust policies and guidelines, and within scope of practice.
Work collaboratively within the multi disciplinary team and other agencies when necessary.
Practice autonomously and escalate appropriately.
Manage workload and time effectively.
Establish and maintain effective communication with women and their families.
Encourage health promotion in line with the public health agenda.
Appropriately report incidents in line with the Trust reporting process.
Protect and safeguards women and babies.
Act as a role model and mentor to all grades of staff and students, creating a positive learning environment for all.
Maintain NMC registration through revalidation and compliance with mandatory training and ongoing professional development.
Responsibilities
Job description Job responsibilities
Provide high quality, safe, evidence-based care across all settings, applying knowledge and skills to meet the individual needs of women and families.
Facilitate informed decision making throughout the pregnancy continuum.
Practice within the parameters of Trust policies and guidelines, and within scope of practice.
Work collaboratively within the multi disciplinary team and other agencies when necessary.
Practice autonomously and escalate appropriately.
Manage workload and time effectively.
Establish and maintain effective communication with women and their families.
Encourage health promotion in line with the public health agenda.
Appropriately report incidents in line with the Trust reporting process.
Protect and safeguards women and babies.
Act as a role model and mentor to all grades of staff and students, creating a positive learning environment for all.
Maintain NMC registration through revalidation and compliance with mandatory training and ongoing professional development.
Please Refer To Attached Job Description For Further Information.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
- Registered Midwife - NMC
- ENB 997 or other teaching / mentoring qualification or equivalent experience
- Degree in midwifery or equivalent
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Evidence of completion of comprehensive preceptorship programme
Desirable
- NIPE qualification
- NLS qualification
Experience Essential
- Experience of working as a practising midwife in all areas of midwifery practice
- Effective communicator with excellent written and interpersonal skills
- Can demonstrate evidence of clinical expertise and knowledge acquired through CPD and experience
Desirable
- The ability to work on own initiative
- The ability to manage a team/service and workload
Skills Essential
- Clear understanding of midwifery issues and an up-to-date knowledge of current NHS developments within maternity services
- Able to deliver a high standard of evidence based individual client care
- Computer literate with sound knowledge of software packages and good keyboard skills
Desirable
- Experience of data collection and compilation of statistics
- Experience of auditing the service
Knowledge Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Evidence of clinical and professional expertise acquired through CPD and experience
Desirable
- Experience of and an understanding of resource management
Additional Essential
- Flexible and positive approach to work. May be required to work in any area of midwifery practice.
- Enthusiasm/motivation
- Able to travel between sites
- Able to undertake on call duties
Person Specification Qualifications Essential
- Registered Midwife - NMC
- ENB 997 or other teaching / mentoring qualification or equivalent experience
- Degree in midwifery or equivalent
- Evidence of ongoing professional development
- Evidence of completion of comprehensive preceptorship programme
Desirable
- NIPE qualification
- NLS qualification
Experience Essential
- Experience of working as a practising midwife in all areas of midwifery practice
- Effective communicator with excellent written and interpersonal skills
- Can demonstrate evidence of clinical expertise and knowledge acquired through CPD and experience
Desirable
- The ability to work on own initiative
- The ability to manage a team/service and workload
Skills Essential
- Clear understanding of midwifery issues and an up-to-date knowledge of current NHS developments within maternity services
- Able to deliver a high standard of evidence based individual client care
- Computer literate with sound knowledge of software packages and good keyboard skills
Desirable
- Experience of data collection and compilation of statistics
- Experience of auditing the service
Knowledge Essential
- Up to date knowledge of current clinical and professional issues
- Evidence of clinical and professional expertise acquired through CPD and experience
Desirable
- Experience of and an understanding of resource management
Additional Essential
- Flexible and positive approach to work. May be required to work in any area of midwifery practice.
- Enthusiasm/motivation
- Able to travel between sites
- Able to undertake on call duties
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
Wrightington Wigan & Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Albert Edward Infirmary
Wigan Lane
Wigan
WN1 2NN
Employer's website
http://www.wwl.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
