Job summary
The maternity team at CDDFT are searching for committed,
dynamic and enthusiastic midwives to join our team working on our maternity
units at our Durham site. We want you to be here, helping to shape our vision
for an outstanding service that gives women, families, our communities and our
midwives an extraordinary experience.
You will join a warm and supportive team of midwives who
truly care about patient experience. We
welcome applications from an experienced band 6 midwife who is currently
registered to work in the UK. We are also eager to hear from band 5 midwives
who are completing their preceptorship and planning their future careers.
We are seeking midwives who are enthusiastic and committed
to working in collaboration with women & birthing people, their families
and multi-disciplinary team, supporting personalised choice and promoting
exemplary care in line with national transformation ambitions and local Trust
Values.
We can offer a variety of hours across our two
acute hospital sites where you can be assured of a warm welcome to our trust.
We look forward to you joining us in delivering exceptional care to the
families we support.
Main duties of the job
There is significant emphasis on multi-disciplinary working
and the ability to work as an individual as well as a team member is essential.
You will be responsible for the planning, implementation and evaluation of
individualised care plans which ensure delivery of holistic, research based
care, prioritising communication, informed consent and relationship building.
You will work closely with our multi-disciplinary team of professionals.
Some of your daily duties will be:
Assessing and advising on the needs of women, birthing
people, partners, families, and carers and providing emotional support during
all stages of pregnancy and postnatal care Planning, delivering and
evaluating standards of evidence-based midwifery care
Identifying and caring for women with more complex
pregnancies
Providing interventions and key messages around Public
Health including infant feeding
Recognising deterioration in the in the physical
or mental condition of a patient and taking appropriate action/ escalation and
managing emergencies.
About us
If you are being interviewed you must accept an interview slot in the system to continue, even if you have arranged with the manager
You must be able to produce ALL certificates stated essential in the person specification or you will not be able to complete pre-employment checks
We provide hospital services from two acute sites - Darlington Memorial Hospital and University Hospital of North Durham. We have a centre for planned care in Bishop Auckland and provide care from community hospitals in Chester-le-Street, Shotley Bridge, Barnard Castle, Sedgefield and Weardale as well as over 80 other community based settings and providing care in patients' homes.
We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under-represented
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For the most up-to-date information on visa requirements and eligibility, please check online to determine whether you can apply.
From April 9th 2025 - Healthcare assistants - You must have a minimum of two years
of experience working within the NHS as a HCA for the Trust to consider
sponsorship (we will only consider sponsorship if you meet this criteria and
have a current visa expiring within 3 months)
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are really excited about the opportunity to invite an
experienced midwife to apply to join our midwifery team at University Hospital
of North Durham to help us in delivering outstanding intrapartum, antenatal and
postnatal care to the women and birthing people using our service. We are
looking for an experienced midwife who is currently registered to practice
within the UK and who is interested in joining our team at our acute unit in
Durham. The role is primarily based within the labour ward but we also offer
rotation to the antenatal and postnatal ward settings and we are very keen to
hear from midwives confident working in the assessment unit and triage
setting.
In return, as a new to trust midwife we can offer a bespoke
training and development programme whilst also recognising the value of prior
learning in your speciality.
You will be well supported with a bespoke induction and
training package by members of our specialist Practice Development Team who
will ensure your support as you transition to your new role both professionally
and personally. The successful candidate will be supported and encouraged to
seek educational opportunities to further their Continuing Professional
Development and career progression. We are a trust which actively supports and
encourages lifelong learning and development and we are very keen to support
you to achieve your full potential with us. In turn, you will have the
opportunity to assist in supporting the development of our preceptorship,
Internationally Educated and student midwives.
We strongly encourage a culture of life-long learning and
development here at CDDFT and you will be encouraged and supported to continue
to develop and thrive in your role as an acute midwife.
You will also be able to access personalised pastoral care
via our specialist workforce experience teams, including our retention lead
midwife and the PMA service.
We are very proud of our maternity staff here at
CDDFT and we are sure there is a role that you will enjoy within our team. You
are very welcome to contact our Recruitment Lead directly to arrange a tour of
our units, meet our teams and discuss any queries informally.
Job description
Job responsibilities
We are really excited about the opportunity to invite an
experienced midwife to apply to join our midwifery team at University Hospital
of North Durham to help us in delivering outstanding intrapartum, antenatal and
postnatal care to the women and birthing people using our service. We are
looking for an experienced midwife who is currently registered to practice
within the UK and who is interested in joining our team at our acute unit in
Durham. The role is primarily based within the labour ward but we also offer
rotation to the antenatal and postnatal ward settings and we are very keen to
hear from midwives confident working in the assessment unit and triage
setting.
In return, as a new to trust midwife we can offer a bespoke
training and development programme whilst also recognising the value of prior
learning in your speciality.
You will be well supported with a bespoke induction and
training package by members of our specialist Practice Development Team who
will ensure your support as you transition to your new role both professionally
and personally. The successful candidate will be supported and encouraged to
seek educational opportunities to further their Continuing Professional
Development and career progression. We are a trust which actively supports and
encourages lifelong learning and development and we are very keen to support
you to achieve your full potential with us. In turn, you will have the
opportunity to assist in supporting the development of our preceptorship,
Internationally Educated and student midwives.
We strongly encourage a culture of life-long learning and
development here at CDDFT and you will be encouraged and supported to continue
to develop and thrive in your role as an acute midwife.
You will also be able to access personalised pastoral care
via our specialist workforce experience teams, including our retention lead
midwife and the PMA service.
We are very proud of our maternity staff here at
CDDFT and we are sure there is a role that you will enjoy within our team. You
are very welcome to contact our Recruitment Lead directly to arrange a tour of
our units, meet our teams and discuss any queries informally.
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communication.
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleague.
- Full driving licence or ability to travel independently.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- IT skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
Desirable
- Keen to develop themselves
- Experience in teaching and education of groups of service users / collegues
Experience
Essential
- Experience
-
- IT skills.
- Ability to use initiative.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Excellent time management.
- Ability to be reflective practitioner Committed to professional and personal development.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleague.
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share.
- Experience of linking with outside agencies.
Desirable
- Experience of linking with outside agencies
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Midwife completed preceptorship for Band 6 and with UK NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered band 6 Midwife with current UK registration and NMC PIN
Desirable
- Evidence of Ongoing Professional
- Development
- Recognised teaching /assessing qualification
- Post graduate certificate in health related subject
- Master or equivalent experience
- PMA qualification
- Trained NIPE practitioner
Person Specification
Special Requirements
Essential
- Excellent communication.
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleague.
- Full driving licence or ability to travel independently.
Special Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- IT skills
- Ability to use initiative
- Good interpersonal skills
- Excellent organisational skills
- Excellent time management
Desirable
- Keen to develop themselves
- Experience in teaching and education of groups of service users / collegues
Experience
Essential
- Experience
-
- IT skills.
- Ability to use initiative.
- Good interpersonal skills.
- Excellent organisational skills.
- Excellent time management.
- Ability to be reflective practitioner Committed to professional and personal development.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.
- Proven ability to work effectively independently and within a team.
- Approachable and able to build relationships with a wide variety of colleague.
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share.
- Experience of linking with outside agencies.
Desirable
- Experience of linking with outside agencies
Statutory Registration
Essential
- Registered Midwife completed preceptorship for Band 6 and with UK NMC PIN
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered band 6 Midwife with current UK registration and NMC PIN
Desirable
- Evidence of Ongoing Professional
- Development
- Recognised teaching /assessing qualification
- Post graduate certificate in health related subject
- Master or equivalent experience
- PMA qualification
- Trained NIPE practitioner
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).
