Community Midwife

Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Wantage, South Oxfordshire; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Wantage is seeking enthusiastic midwives for their Midwifery Led Unit. The role offers flexible working options and involves providing comprehensive care to mothers and newborns in a supportive environment. Candidates must be registered midwives with relevant experience. Join a dedicated team committed to compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 6 months UK experience or due to qualify within 6 months.
• Must have access to a car and hold a valid driving license.

Responsibilities

• Provide antenatal, postnatal, and community-based care.
• Participate in homebirths and on-call services.

Skills

Midwifery

Community Care

Education

Registered Midwife

Job description

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Refined Job Description

Band 5 Nurse and Band 2 Healthcare Support Worker Recruitment is centralised, meaning your application will be considered for multiple roles across the Trust. For questions, please email: [e-mail].

Some services at our hospitals, such as domestic, catering, portering, and maintenance, are provided by our PFI partners. For these roles, see vacancies with our PFI partners.

Main Details

• Location: Various sites
• Roles: Nurse, Healthcare Support Worker, etc.
• Contract: Permanent
• Hours: Full-time, Part-time, Flexible working

Application reference: 321-SW-7116782-B6-PUB

About Oxford University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

One of the largest NHS teaching trusts, providing a wide range of clinical services and involved in medical education and research. The Trust includes John Radcliffe, Churchill, Nuffield Orthopaedic Centre, and Horton General Hospital.

Our values focus on compassionate, respectful, and excellent care, underpinning all we do. We use Value Based Interviewing to select candidates who share our values. For more, visit our website.

Job Overview

Wantage Midwifery Led Unit, part of Wantage Community Hospital, offers a homely environment with a birthing pool and dedicated team of midwives and support workers. We serve the Wantage area, providing antenatal, postnatal, and community-based care, including homebirths and on-call services.

We seek enthusiastic midwives interested in community births. Flexible working options are available.

Requirements

• Must be a registered Midwife with UK registration and at least 6 months UK experience or due to qualify within 6 months.
• Must have access to a car and hold a valid driving license.

Additional Information

This role is not eligible for overseas sponsorship. The post is subject to a 6-month probation period. References should be from your current or most recent employer or educational institution.

COVID-19 vaccination is encouraged but not mandatory. The vacancy may close early if filled.

For inquiries, contact Wendy Hill, Community Midwifery Matron, at [e-mail].

Services at other hospitals are provided by Mitie and G4S, depending on the location.

For more details, see the attached job description and person specification.