Job summary
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to jointly lead and coordinate the antenatal and newborn screening services within the Trust. This pivotal role ensures that all screening programmes are delivered in accordance with National Screening Committee (NSC) guidelines, national standards, and service specifications. You will provide expert advice, support women through positive screening results, and facilitate necessary diagnostic tests and decision-making, including the continuation or termination of pregnancy.
The post holder will have highly developed specialist knowledge and experience in the field of antenatal and newborn screening to report and resolve quality and performance problems.Education and training will be a key aspect of the role to ensure staff are competent and confident in the delivery and the management of the existing and new screening pathways.
Main duties of the job
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to make a significant impact on the delivery of antenatal and newborn screening services, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with national guidelines.You will work closely with a range of specialist centres and agencies to ensure continuous care throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period. Additionally, the role involves developing and updating policies and protocols, conducting audits, and reporting on programme performance. You will also be responsible for delivering training to staff, participating in quality assurance assessments, and managing screening incidents in line with national guidance.The post holder will be part of the multidisciplinary team supporting clients and staff involved in the delivery of the screening pathways, and will be actively involved in the process to monitor the effectiveness of the pathways and provide clinical care and counselling where appropriate.
The post holder will be responsible for the development of appropriate screening policies, guidelines and procedures and service redesign through local audit of policies and practice, and facilitate their implementation based on national guidance.The post holder will also be responsible for the routine monitoring of performance data against national standards provided by Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH ) to support improvements in quality and changes in the programme when required.
About us
All new colleagues can expect to receive a warm and friendly Wirral welcome from the very first time they make contact with us. We are described as "competent and caring staff" by our patients.
Wirral University Teaching Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is situated on The Wirral peninsula which has a stunning coastline and beautiful countryside surroundings, with great activities for its residents.
We are one of the largest and busiest acute Trusts in the North West of England, comprising of the Wirral's only Emergency Department. We provide a high quality range of acute care services and employ over 6,000 staff, who serve a population of approximately 400,000 people across Wirral, Ellesmere Port, Neston, North Wales and the wider North West footprint.
We have approximately 855 beds trust-wide and our financial turnover is in excess of £337m.
The Wirral is easily accessible with excellent transport links including motorway, train, bus or ferry and within easy reach to the major cities of Liverpool, Chester and Manchester as well as neighbouring North Wales.
Job description
Job responsibilities
see job description attached
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to make a significant impact on the delivery of antenatal and newborn screening services, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with national guidelines.You will work closely with a range of specialist centres and agencies to ensure continuous care throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period. Additionally, the role involves developing and updating policies and protocols, conducting audits, and reporting on programme performance. You will also be responsible for delivering training to staff, participating in quality assurance assessments, and managing screening incidents in line with national guidance.The post holder will be part of the multidisciplinary team supporting clients and staff involved in the delivery of the screening pathways, and will be actively involved in the process to monitor the effectiveness of the pathways and provide clinical care and counselling where appropriate.
The post holder will be responsible for the development of appropriate screening policies, guidelines and procedures and service redesign through local audit of policies and practice, and facilitate their implementation based on national guidance.The post holder will also be responsible for the routine monitoring of performance data against national standards provided by Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) to support improvements in quality and changes in the programme when required.
Job description
Job responsibilities
see job description attached
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to make a significant impact on the delivery of antenatal and newborn screening services, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with national guidelines.You will work closely with a range of specialist centres and agencies to ensure continuous care throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period. Additionally, the role involves developing and updating policies and protocols, conducting audits, and reporting on programme performance. You will also be responsible for delivering training to staff, participating in quality assurance assessments, and managing screening incidents in line with national guidance.The post holder will be part of the multidisciplinary team supporting clients and staff involved in the delivery of the screening pathways, and will be actively involved in the process to monitor the effectiveness of the pathways and provide clinical care and counselling where appropriate.
The post holder will be responsible for the development of appropriate screening policies, guidelines and procedures and service redesign through local audit of policies and practice, and facilitate their implementation based on national guidance.The post holder will also be responsible for the routine monitoring of performance data against national standards provided by Wirral University Teaching Hospital (WUTH) to support improvements in quality and changes in the programme when required.
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Degree or equivalent level of experience in health related subject
- Experience of working with ANNB screening programmes
- Significant post registration experience working in a related role
- Experience of managing risk within a department
- Proven track record of leadership
- Evidence of clinical competence and regular clinical practice
- Project management experience or change management
- Experience of teaching and training staff
- Knowledge of conducting risk assessments
- Experience of group and committee work
Desirable
- Masters level education
- Recognised management qualification / experience
- Experience of working in primary and secondary care settings
- Experience of people and conflict management
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Approachable, responsible, dependable, patient and diplomatic.
- A courteous and respectful attitude towards others
- A commitment to share experience and knowledge and to keep others informed of issues of importance and relevance.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate awareness of the importance of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrate understanding of good practice in customer care
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to include report writing and presentation of information
- Excellent organisational skills
Person Specification
Qualifications, Specific Experience and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Degree or equivalent level of experience in health related subject
- Experience of working with ANNB screening programmes
- Significant post registration experience working in a related role
- Experience of managing risk within a department
- Proven track record of leadership
- Evidence of clinical competence and regular clinical practice
- Project management experience or change management
- Experience of teaching and training staff
- Knowledge of conducting risk assessments
- Experience of group and committee work
Desirable
- Masters level education
- Recognised management qualification / experience
- Experience of working in primary and secondary care settings
- Experience of people and conflict management
Personal Attributes
Essential
- Approachable, responsible, dependable, patient and diplomatic.
- A courteous and respectful attitude towards others
- A commitment to share experience and knowledge and to keep others informed of issues of importance and relevance.
Knowledge and Skills
Essential
- Demonstrate awareness of the importance of working as part of a multidisciplinary team
- Demonstrate understanding of good practice in customer care
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to include report writing and presentation of information
- Excellent organisational skills
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).
