Maternity Recruitment Event - East Cheshire NHS Trust

East Cheshire NHS Trust

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Job summary

Join Our Maternity Recruitment Event at East Cheshire NHS Trust

The Maternity Department at East Cheshire NHS Trust is hosting an in-person recruitment event on Wednesday 21st May, from 5:00pm to 8:00pm, at our Learning & Development Centre, in Macclesfield.

We are currently recruiting for Band 6 midwives and Band2 healthcare assistants*. This event is a fantastic opportunity to meet our team, learn more about the roles available, and take part in same-day interviews, subject to availability.

If you are interested in a same-day interview, then please submit a short application via Trac Jobs. Alternatively, walk-ins are welcome, but please note that interviews cannot be guaranteed at the event.

Please click the link below to register for the event.

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maternity-recruitment-event-east-cheshire-nhs-trust-tickets-1335093112439?aff=oddtdtcreator

*Candidates wishing to apply who would require sponsorship can determine the likelihood of obtaining a CoS for the post by assessing their circumstances against criteria specified on the Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

Main duties of the job

Why Join Macclesfield Maternity Unit?

Our maternity services include comprehensive antenatal care delivered both in our on-site clinic and across local community settings, along with dedicated postnatal support for families. We also provide care through our Early Pregnancy Unit and a thriving homebirth service, which has supported over 80 families in achieving their birth choices since its reinstatement.

We are seeking adaptable, compassionate individuals with excellent interpersonal skills, who thrive in a multi-disciplinary team environment and can remain calm under pressure while contributing to the ongoing development of our service.

Our Maternity Unit is a fantastic place to develop your skills and make a meaningful impact. At Macclesfield Maternity Unit, we're proud to be a small, inclusive team built on a culture of compassion, positivity, and support.

Our values are guided by the NHS People Promise, ensuring that our women and families receive care from staff who feel safe, supported, and genuinely happy in their work environment.

We're looking for individuals who are committed to delivering high standards of clinical care across the full pregnancy journey, and who are passionate about being active, collaborative members of our midwifery team.

We look forward to meeting you and sharing more about the exciting opportunities available within our maternity team.

About us

It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.

COVID-19 vaccination remains the best way to protect yourself, your family, your colleagues and of course our patients from the virus when working in our healthcare settings. Whilst COVID-19 vaccination is not a condition of employment, we do encourage our staff to get vaccinated. We will be checking the vaccination status of all new starters as part of ongoing monitoring.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced with Barred list Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Date posted

25 April 2025

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 2

Salary

£24,169 to £44,962 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Reference number

209-MAT-EVENT-210525

Job locations

Learning & Development Centre, 1st Floor, New Alderley House

Macclesfield District General Hospital

Victoria Road, Macclesfield

SK10 3BL

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Job description

Job responsibilities

Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification

Other

Essential

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more information

Person Specification

Other

Essential

Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for more 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).