Job summary
Are you a registered midwife with a passion for perinatal mental health ? Are you looking for a rewarding role, allowing you to utilise your skills to make a real difference to women experiencing moderate to severe mental health issues ? We have a new exciting opportunity for a Lead Perinatal Mental Health Midwife. You will demonstrate expert knowledge, underpinned by evidence-based practice. Your role will be instrumental in generating practice innovation and developing pathways involving both internal and external specialist agencies.
Harrogate maternity are offering the opportunity to take your next step in your midwifery career. We are looking for a hardworking , inspirational, forward thinking midwife who can demonstrate experience of change management. You will need to be able to manage, lead and drive change forward to improve care for women and their babies. The successful candidates will demonstrate high levels of professionalism at all times, acting as an exemplary role model with enhanced levels of clinical knowledge and expertise.
Harrogate is a high performing maternity unit and we are seeking highly motivated individuals to contribute and develop the delivery of high quality, evidence-based midwifery care applying the trust values to your philosophy of care.
Main duties of the job
The post-holder will lead and co-ordinate the Perinatal Mental Health service and training initiatives within maternity services; ensuring women and families are supported to maximise health and wellbeing opportunities.
They will work collaboratively with the maternity team MDT as well as outside agencies to ensure a good quality Perinatal Mental Health Service to women and families during their maternity experience.
About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide outstanding care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.
- An inclusive and supportive culture our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
- Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference, Team of the Month Awards & Colleague Recognition Awards
- Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
- Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion
Job description
Job responsibilities
For information about this position please see the job description attached or contact Danielle Bhanvra ( Matron) at danielle.bhanvra@nhs.net or on 01423 553183 or Lianne Likaj (Associate Director of Midwifery) at leanne.likaj1@nhs.net or on 01423 555354
Job description
Job responsibilities
For information about this position please see the job description attached or contact Danielle Bhanvra ( Matron) at danielle.bhanvra@nhs.net or on 01423 553183 or Lianne Likaj (Associate Director of Midwifery) at leanne.likaj1@nhs.net or on 01423 555354
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with current NMC Registration
- Degree level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Mentorship or equivalent qualification
- Evidence of post-graduate studies
Desirable
- Masters level degree or equivalent level study
- Additional qualification in mental health or counselling
- Relevant management or leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant recent experience in all areas of midwifery.
- Recent knowledge and experience of Perinatal Mental Health
- Evidence of successfully implementing change in ward/dept/area
- Experience of multi-agency working
Desirable
- Experience of the clinical audit process and procedures
- Experience of leading patient Involvement / patient feedback initiatives.
Skills & Apptitudes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to produce detailed written reports
- Ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions to share with the team.
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a multidisciplinary team with an understanding of professional accountability
Desirable
- Excellent teaching and assessing, and presentation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Thorough understanding of expanded roles/professional practice issues
- Knowledge of issues of confidentiality and demonstrate appropriateness in dealing with sensitive personal, patient and corporate information
- Understands the concepts of clinical governance and shared governance including evidence based practice and critical appraisal of research findings.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife with current NMC Registration
- Degree level qualification or equivalent demonstrable experience.
- Mentorship or equivalent qualification
- Evidence of post-graduate studies
Desirable
- Masters level degree or equivalent level study
- Additional qualification in mental health or counselling
- Relevant management or leadership qualification
Experience
Essential
- Significant recent experience in all areas of midwifery.
- Recent knowledge and experience of Perinatal Mental Health
- Evidence of successfully implementing change in ward/dept/area
- Experience of multi-agency working
Desirable
- Experience of the clinical audit process and procedures
- Experience of leading patient Involvement / patient feedback initiatives.
Skills & Apptitudes
Essential
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to produce detailed written reports
- Ability to work under pressure and make effective decisions to share with the team.
- Ability to work effectively independently and in a multidisciplinary team with an understanding of professional accountability
Desirable
- Excellent teaching and assessing, and presentation skills
Knowledge
Essential
- Thorough understanding of expanded roles/professional practice issues
- Knowledge of issues of confidentiality and demonstrate appropriateness in dealing with sensitive personal, patient and corporate information
- Understands the concepts of clinical governance and shared governance including evidence based practice and critical appraisal of research findings.
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).
