Band 5 Student Midwife (Middlessex University)

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust

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Job summary

UK residents only as this is not a sponsored post

The 20 Month BSc(Hons) Midwifery Shortened Programme at Middlesex University aims to produce competent, caring, research and evidence-based midwives, capable of delivering effective woman-centred care for mothers and their families.

During the 20 Month course, time will be split between the Middlesex University, Hendon and BHRUT - Queen's Hospital Romford. The course is a full-time programme which commences in September 2024.

BHRUT is one of the largest acute hospital trusts in England. The Trust serves a population of around 700,000, from a wide range of social and ethnic groups.

Maternity outpatient care is provided at Queen's and King George Hospital, while intrapartum care is provided at Queen's only. We have a co-located low risk birthing unit within the hospital, this will give you the experience of both low and high-risk care.

Students applying for this funded training post (mid-point band 5) should note that HEE are paying university fees.

We will be applying for references via e-mail, therefore, please ensure that correct e-mail addresses are provided for your referees before submitting your application.

Middlesex University will require an employment reference from your most recent employer.

For information on Middlesex University, please contact Robin Parsons, Programme Leader. E-mail: r.parsons@mdx.ac.uk Phone: 020 8411 6370

Main duties of the job

To attain a registered midwifery qualification

To communicate effectively with women and their families throughout the preconception, antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal stages under the supervision of the Registered Midwife ( Practice Supervisor/Assessor).

To diagnose pregnancy, assess and monitor women holistically throughout the preconception, antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal stages through the use of a range of assessment methods and reach valid, reliable and comprehensive conclusions under the supervision of the Registered Midwife/Mentor.

To work towards the midwifery standards of proficiency that is contained in the Practice assessment documents.

To work towards achieving experience under supervision of the activities of the midwife as outlined in the European Union Midwives Directive (80/155/EEC Article 4).

About us

We provide care for the residents of three diverse London boroughs. Most of our 7,800 permanent staff live in Barking and Dagenham, Havering and Redbridge and the majority are from black, Asian and minority ethnic groups. We also provide healthcare services to people in south west Essex, and specialist neurosciences services to the whole of the county.

Our services include all the major specialties of large acute hospitals and we operate from two main sites - King George Hospital in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. We have two of the busiest emergency departments in London - more than 300,000 people visited our A&Es in 2023. We also provide outpatient services at Brentwood Community Hospital, Barking Community Hospital, Loxford Polyclinic, and Harold Wood Polyclinic.

We're pleased to be leading the way in reducing the time our patients wait to get the treatment they need. The Elective Surgical Hub at King George Hospital is one of eight to be accredited as part of a national scheme; the Care Quality Commission has raised the ratings for urgent and emergency care at Queen's and King George hospitals; and data released by NHS England showed that the Trust was the most improved in 2023 for reducing waits for emergency care.

We are particularly proud of our regional Neurosciences Centre; Radiotherapy Centre; Hyper Acute Stroke Unit; and dedicated breast care service at King George Hospital. We're also part of the North East London Cancer Alliance.

Date posted

29 May 2024

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,720 to £39,769 a year Per annum inclusive

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

20 months

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

162-3916-NA-E

Job locations

Trainees (Edu)

Romford

RM7 0AG

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role. Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Nadeem Arif, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5938. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.

Job description

Job responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

Degree/ Diploma in Adult Nursing.
Proven post registration experience.
Minimum 5 GCSE's.

Skills and Abilities

Desirable

Can demonstrate reflective practice
Able to work within a multidisciplinary team

Knowledge

Desirable

Up-to-date knowledge of professional Midwifery issues.

Person Specification

Education/Qualifications

Essential

Degree/ Diploma in Adult Nursing.
Proven post registration experience.
Minimum 5 GCSE's.

Skills and Abilities

Desirable

Can demonstrate reflective practice
Able to work within a multidisciplinary team

Knowledge

Desirable

Up-to-date knowledge of professional Midwifery issues.

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).

Additional information