Job summary
The
maternity team at CDDFT are searching for a committed, dynamic and enthusiastic
midwife to join our Darlington and Newton Aycliffe community midwifery team
based in Darlington Memorial Hospital.
We
want you to be here, helping to shape our vision for an outstanding service
that gives women, families, our community and our midwives an extraordinary
experience. You will join a warm and supportive team of community midwives who
truly care about the whole maternity experience.We are seeking a community
midwife who is enthusiastic and committed to working in collaboration with
women & families and the multi-disciplinary team, supporting personalised
choice and promoting exemplary care in line with national transformation
ambitions and our trust values.
Main duties of the job
We are looking for a passionate, committed band
6 midwife to provide maternity care within our community midwifery team based
at Darlington Memorial Hospital. 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. CDDFT community midwives are passionate
about facilitating antenatal and postnatal continuity of care and you will be
supported as an autonomous practitioner to plan your diary around your
caseload, ensuring that women and families are at the centre of everything we
do.
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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Job description
Job responsibilities
Our
team at Darlington and Newton Aycliffe provide care to women and families
across a varied urban and rural area. We have a very diverse case load,
including vulnerable and isolated communities, providing opportunites to make a
real difference to the families in your care. We have a well established and
well led team of midwives within the team, who you will find very welcoming and
supportive. The team are assisted by the wider maternity team, including a
dedicated Community Matron and Matron for Public Health and Inequalities.
We are very keen to
encourage community midwives with an interest in providing care across the
pregnancy and postnatal journey to apply to work with us to deliver outstanding
community based Antenatal and Postnatal Care to the mothers and families in this
area. We are also commited to provision of our home birth service and would
particularly welcome community midwives with an interest in further developing
this important area of care. The focus of our dedicated community teams is
patient centred and individualised care, providing support and continuity
throughout the antenatal and postnatal period and promoting choice to families
from across our diverse communities.
We are looking for an
individual with a passion for health promotion, as the role of community
midwife at our Trust includes working within the UNICEF framework for Infant
Feeding, and close working relationships with our specialist Antenatal and Newborn
Screening Team to deliver all elements of the National Screening Programme.
You
will be very 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.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Our
team at Darlington and Newton Aycliffe provide care to women and families
across a varied urban and rural area. We have a very diverse case load,
including vulnerable and isolated communities, providing opportunites to make a
real difference to the families in your care. We have a well established and
well led team of midwives within the team, who you will find very welcoming and
supportive. The team are assisted by the wider maternity team, including a
dedicated Community Matron and Matron for Public Health and Inequalities.
We are very keen to
encourage community midwives with an interest in providing care across the
pregnancy and postnatal journey to apply to work with us to deliver outstanding
community based Antenatal and Postnatal Care to the mothers and families in this
area. We are also commited to provision of our home birth service and would
particularly welcome community midwives with an interest in further developing
this important area of care. The focus of our dedicated community teams is
patient centred and individualised care, providing support and continuity
throughout the antenatal and postnatal period and promoting choice to families
from across our diverse communities.
We are looking for an
individual with a passion for health promotion, as the role of community
midwife at our Trust includes working within the UNICEF framework for Infant
Feeding, and close working relationships with our specialist Antenatal and Newborn
Screening Team to deliver all elements of the National Screening Programme.
You
will be very 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.
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- UK Registration and NMC PIN
Special Requirement
Essential
- Valid full UK driving licence. Travel across Trust as required
- Driving posts musty have valid Full UK driving licence
Experience
Essential
- 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 colleagues
Desirable
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
- Takes ownership of problems
Specials Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Motivational and Empowerment Skills
- Excellent Organisational Skills
- Confident to Work Independently
- Able to use office 365
Desirable
- Use of electronic maternity notes
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered midwife with current UK Registration and NMC PIN
Desirable
- Evidence of Ongoing Professioanl Development. Trained NIPE Practitioner. PMA Qualification. Recognised Teaching/Assessing qualification
Person Specification
Statutory Registration
Essential
- UK Registration and NMC PIN
Special Requirement
Essential
- Valid full UK driving licence. Travel across Trust as required
- Driving posts musty have valid Full UK driving licence
Experience
Essential
- 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 colleagues
Desirable
- Keen to develop themselves and others, open to new ideas and willing to share their experiences with others
- Takes ownership of problems
Specials Skills & Knowledge
Essential
- Motivational and Empowerment Skills
- Excellent Organisational Skills
- Confident to Work Independently
- Able to use office 365
Desirable
- Use of electronic maternity notes
Qualifications
Essential
- Registered midwife with current UK Registration and NMC PIN
Desirable
- Evidence of Ongoing Professioanl Development. Trained NIPE Practitioner. PMA Qualification. Recognised Teaching/Assessing qualification
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).
Employer details
Employer name
County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Darlington Memorial Hospital NHS Trust
Hollyhurst Road
Darlington
County Durham
DL3 6HX
Employer's website
https://www.cddft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
