Job summary
Are you a midwife who is keen to make a difference to the care that our patients receive in the community whilst working for a renowned London Trust?Whether you are looking to take that next step within your career or just looking for a change, we want to hear from you!
Working within the community, no day is the same! You will be delivering your midwifery expertise to diverse caseload of patients with differing needs.
Why Choose Imperial College NHS Trust?
- Rated 'Outstanding' by the CQC:We have been rated an 'Outstanding' Maternity Service in 2023!
- Hospital & Community Settings: Gain comprehensive skills in varied environments.
- Specialisations Available: From fetal medicine to research, find your niche.
- Professional Growth: Embrace continuous learning with our superb training and leadership development programs.
- Inclusive & Supportive Teams: Thrive in a culture that values each member's strengths and aspirations.
- Broad Patient Exposure: Work with a wide range of cases, including high-risk and complex pregnancies.
We Invest in You!
- Innovative Resources: Stay at the forefront of maternity care developments.
- Enhanced Training: Grow with our extensive support and training programs.
Ready to Make an Impact? Apply now and embark on a rewarding journey in midwifery with a leading London Trust. Your expertise can make a world of difference!
Main duties of the job
The midwife is responsible and accountable for his/her own midwiferypractice.
- To work in partnership with women and their families, GP, obstetrician and other agencies to ensure optimum care.
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate the care of mothers and babies in accordance with the Trust's policies and guidelines.
- Strive for continuity of care and informed client choice within the limitations of the service.
- Facilitate the learning of midwifery skills through supervision, teaching and support.
- Actively promote and encourage a healthy lifestyle, advising and arranging support for women as required.
- Participate in parent information groups, facilitating preparation for childbirth and the postnatal period.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care. Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Job description
Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviews please view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- First degree in midwifery or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration education activity
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Proven evidence of leadership in multiprofessional teams.
- Evidence of applying current research to practice.
- Able to demonstrate a working knowledge in standard setting and quality management.
- Experience in conducting audits.
- IT skills including Microsoft office, Excel and PowerPoint
Desirable
- Proven experience in supervision of trained staff.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant current clinical experience.
- Experience of staff management.
- Experience in change management
- Previous mentorship experience.
Person Specification
Education
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- First degree in midwifery or equivalent experience
Desirable
- Evidence of post registration education activity
Skills / Abilities
Essential
- Proven evidence of leadership in multiprofessional teams.
- Evidence of applying current research to practice.
- Able to demonstrate a working knowledge in standard setting and quality management.
- Experience in conducting audits.
- IT skills including Microsoft office, Excel and PowerPoint
Desirable
- Proven experience in supervision of trained staff.
Experience
Essential
- Relevant current clinical experience.
- Experience of staff management.
- Experience in change management
- Previous mentorship experience.
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).
