Job summary
The post holder will promote excellence and improve client care by providing support, education, and training to staff in best practices for infant feeding. With a particular focus on breastfeeding, they will act as a positive role model, demonstrating a strong commitment to advancing the Baby Friendly Initiative within the service.
Hours per week: 22.50
Main duties of the job
To work across all departments within Women's and Children's Services supporting mothers in the initiation and maintenance of breastfeeding.
To work with all Women's and Children's Services staff as a lead, supporting best practice in infant feeding.
To support with theimplementation of Baby Friendly Initiative (BFI).
Participate in teaching and delivery of training on infant feeding issues including clinical care.
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.
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 www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk 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 www.careersateastcheshire.nhs.uk 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.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Active NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Pin
Desirable
- Additional Infant Feeding courses
- Frenulotomy qualification
- Educated to Masters level
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge of local and national strategies and targets related to infant feeding
- In-depth understanding of the UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative and its implementation
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships
- Proven experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload effectively
- Ability to delegate tasks appropriately and manage team dynamics
- Excellent communication skills, adaptable to a range of audiences and situations
- Proficient in accurate and comprehensive record keeping and documentation
- Demonstrates confidence and competence in the use of IT systems and digital tool
Desirable
- Specialist Infant Feeding experience
- Evidence of innovative practice and service improvement initiatives
- Demonstrated experience in leading and managing change
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Band 6 Midwife
- Recent evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD)
Desirable
- Experience of the audit process and utilisation of findings
- Experience in development and delivery of training programmes
Specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to work without supervision
- Demonstrates flexibility and commit to the trust values.
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Active NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) Pin
Desirable
- Additional Infant Feeding courses
- Frenulotomy qualification
- Educated to Masters level
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrates knowledge of local and national strategies and targets related to infant feeding
- In-depth understanding of the UNICEF Baby Friendly Initiative and its implementation
- Highly developed interpersonal skills, with the ability to build effective relationships
- Proven experience of working within a multidisciplinary team
- Ability to manage and prioritise own workload effectively
- Ability to delegate tasks appropriately and manage team dynamics
- Excellent communication skills, adaptable to a range of audiences and situations
- Proficient in accurate and comprehensive record keeping and documentation
- Demonstrates confidence and competence in the use of IT systems and digital tool
Desirable
- Specialist Infant Feeding experience
- Evidence of innovative practice and service improvement initiatives
- Demonstrated experience in leading and managing change
Experience
Essential
- Experience as a Band 6 Midwife
- Recent evidence of Continual Professional Development (CPD)
Desirable
- Experience of the audit process and utilisation of findings
- Experience in development and delivery of training programmes
Specific requirements
Essential
- Ability to work without supervision
- Demonstrates flexibility and commit to the trust values.
Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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.
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.
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).
