Antenatal & Neonatal Screening Midwife (Band 6)

Mid Yorkshire Teaching NHS Trust; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare trust in Wakefield is looking for a band 6 screening midwife to support antenatal and newborn screening services. The role involves managing screening results, counseling women, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates must be registered midwives with experience and knowledge of current practices. The trust offers a supportive, inclusive environment, highlighting work-life balance and various benefits for employees. Join the team to make a difference in community healthcare.

Benefits

Access to the NHS pension plan

Generous holiday allowance of 27 days plus bank holidays

Exceptional employee health and wellbeing services

Flexible working options

Career progression and training support

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Proven midwifery experience and ability to manage screening processes.
• Knowledgeable in current nursing/midwifery issues and screening practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage screen positive results across screening pathways.
• Counsel women about high-risk or positive results.
• Collect data for quarterly and annual reporting.
• Write and present screening programme reports.
• Participate in audit and staff education.

Skills

Registered Midwife

Evidence of ongoing professional development

Midwifery experience

Competent in evidence-based practice

Knowledge of current nursing/midwifery issues

Knowledge of screening programmes

Job description

A leading healthcare trust in Wakefield is looking for a band 6 screening midwife to support antenatal and newborn screening services. The role involves managing screening results, counseling women, and ensuring quality standards are met. Candidates must be registered midwives with experience and knowledge of current practices. The trust offers a supportive, inclusive environment, highlighting work-life balance and various benefits for employees. Join the team to make a difference in community healthcare.