Job summary
We have an opportunity to join the York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals Specialist Midwives as theLead Midwife for Diabetes in Pregnancy
The post holder will support the national ambition to implement Maternal Medicine Networks and Preterm Birth Prediction, Preparation and Prevention. This midwife will embed into the MDT and embrace their autonomy and specialised knowledge.
An understanding of national and local drivers will mean the postholder is active in education and keen to contribute to clinical and managerial service development.
As a lead professional, your motivation will flow from your compassion, excellence and drive for improvement.
If you are currently employed by the Trust and you wish to apply for this role on a secondment basis, please seek permission from your current line manager before applying for the post.
Main duties of the job
A lead clinician with families at the heart of your service, you will work as part of the MDT to deliver evidence based, personalised care to drive our safety agenda.
As a role model, you will lead on a transformative culture. We strive for a just and open learning environment for all. Our specialists inform and influence, advocating for women and birthing people with defined needs.
Because you are ambitious and autonomous, you will have ambitions and creative solutions.
About us
Our benefits
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Job description
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
Armed Forces Friendly Employer
We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of all areas of high-risk maternity, including experience in Maternal Medicine and Preterm birth
- Communicate complex information effectively, clearly, and accurately in plain simple language, both verbally and in writing to a range of audiences
Experience and Knowledge Required
Essential
- Ability to provide expert professional knowledge
- Post graduate Midwifery experience as a Band 6 midwife
- Knowledge of current and emerging NHS strategy and policy
Desirable
- Experience of initiating and leading a change in practice
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife - with active NMC registration
- Mentorship qualification / experience
- Leadership qualification or relevant leadership experience
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing education
Person Specification
Skills and Attributes
Essential
- Knowledge and understanding of all areas of high-risk maternity, including experience in Maternal Medicine and Preterm birth
- Communicate complex information effectively, clearly, and accurately in plain simple language, both verbally and in writing to a range of audiences
Experience and Knowledge Required
Essential
- Ability to provide expert professional knowledge
- Post graduate Midwifery experience as a Band 6 midwife
- Knowledge of current and emerging NHS strategy and policy
Desirable
- Experience of initiating and leading a change in practice
Education, Qualifications and Training
Essential
- Registered Midwife - with active NMC registration
- Mentorship qualification / experience
- Leadership qualification or relevant leadership experience
Desirable
- Evidence of continuing education
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.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
