Band 6 Maternity Unit Rotational with interest in Patient Safety

Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals; Romford; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Band 6 midwife to join their enthusiastic governance team. This role offers a unique opportunity to enhance patient safety while providing essential care to women and newborns during pregnancy, birth, and aftercare. You will work closely with a supportive team, gaining invaluable experience in governance within maternity services. The organization prides itself on delivering high-quality care and offers a dynamic environment for professional growth. If you are a passionate midwife looking to make a difference, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

High Cost Area allowance

Training and development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife with NMC PIN required.
• Evidence of professional development is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Provide antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to women and babies.
• Work with the governance team and undertake clinical shifts.

Skills

Suturing

Cannulation

Obstetric emergencies

Theatre scrubbing

CTG interpretation

Education

Registered Midwife (NMC registered)

NIPE course

Mentorship qualification

MELPS/ENB 997/998 or equivalent

Job description

Band 6 Maternity Unit Rotational with interest in Patient Safety

Employer: Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals
Location: Romford, United Kingdom
Salary: Competitive
Closing date: 10 May 2025

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Job overview

We are seeking a band 6 midwife to join our enthusiastic governance team. If you are interested in patient safety, this role is ideal for you.
You will primarily work with the governance team but will also undertake 2 clinical shifts per week. This is a great opportunity to develop your understanding of governance within maternity. We invite experienced & NMC registered midwives with an NMC PIN to apply and make a difference to women and their families.
Join us to bring your knowledge and experience to our maternity service.

Main duties of the job

• Provide antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care to women and babies during pregnancy, birth, and aftercare.

Working for our organisation

Our organisation is continuously improving, driven by a commitment to deliver high-quality care that satisfies our patients. We have recently opened new theatres at our Elective Surgical Hub in King George Hospital (KGH), and our CEO, Matthew Trainer, has been recognized as the top CEO by the Health Service Journal.
We operate from two main sites: KGH in Goodmayes and Queen's Hospital in Romford. Our facilities include two busy emergency departments serving over 330,000 visitors last year, and we are campaigning for £35m to transform the A&E at Queen's.
Our community benefits include the Women's Health Hub in Ilford, an Ageing Well Centre in Hornchurch, and Community Diagnostic Centres (CDC) at Barking Community Hospital and St George's Health and Wellbeing Hub in Hornchurch, providing 88,000 scans annually.
Our staff come from diverse backgrounds, with over 8,000 employees from 146 countries, many working flexibly. We are proud to be a London Living Wage employer and are implementing electronic patient records for better service.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For more details, see the attached Job Description and Person Specification. Please review the full specifications before applying. Ensure your application demonstrates how you meet the criteria in the person specification. All new staff are subject to a probationary period.

Applications are submitted online. For assistance or adjustments, contact Louise Lucy Glavin at 01708 435000 ext. 5936. Further information can be obtained from the hiring manager.

Person specification

Education/Qualifications

• Essential: Registered Midwife (NMC registered)

Desirable

• Evidence of professional development, NIPE course, Mentorship qualification, MELPS/ENB 997/998 or equivalent

Skills/Abilities

• Competent in professional midwifery skills such as suturing, cannulation, home births, obstetric emergencies, theatre scrubbing, and CTG interpretation

Experience/Knowledge

• Experience in taking charge of a ward in the absence of the responsible person

We prioritize ensuring new staff feel welcomed and integrated. We promote high-quality care through excellent staff support, training, and development aligned with our PRIDE values. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and adults at risk.

Salary includes allowances such as the High Cost Area allowance for Agenda for Change staff. We support flexible working arrangements and encourage discussions with the recruiting manager about your needs.

All correspondence will be via email. References should be from your most recent employer, ideally your direct line manager, with clear employment gaps indicated. Original documents verification through TrustID is required for all new employees.

Note: Due to UKVI guidelines, we cannot sponsor visas for Band 2 or 3 roles. We may close vacancies early once sufficient applications are received.

Our hospital grounds are smoke-free, with designated areas for vaping outside buildings. We are an equal opportunity employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds, including those seeking part-time or flexible roles. We consider applications from individuals with disabilities who meet the essential criteria.

All roles are subject to DBS checks and compliance with safeguarding policies.

Documents to download include the JD, Policy Statement, Annual Goals, and Candidate Journey PDFs.