Fetal Medicine and Preterm Specialist Midwife

NHS Jobs; Exeter; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

NHS Pension

Blue Light Card

Cycle to work

Health service discounts

Job summary

NHS Jobs is seeking a Fetal Medicine and Preterm Specialist Midwife to provide highly specialised midwifery care for women with complex pregnancies at Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust. The post leads fetal medicine screening, supports preterm birth prevention, and coordinates multidisciplinary care, with opportunities to train staff in fetal procedures.

The role is a fixed-term contract until 30 September 2027, based on a 37.5-hour week.

Responsibilities

• Deliver highly specialised midwifery care to women with complex pregnancies.
• Support cervical length scanning and management to prevent preterm birth within scope.
• Assist and train staff in Chorionic Villus Sampling and amniocentesis under fetal medicine guidance.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary care and governance, contributing to national standards and care bundles.

Job description

Fetal Medicine and Preterm Specialist Midwife

More detail about the role The post holder delivers highly specialised midwifery care to women and birthing people experiencing complex pregnancies, including fetal anomalies, high-risk screening outcomes and increased risk of preterm birth. You will be required to support patients and their families by ensuring that they are correctly monitored through cervical length scanning and facilitating treatment to try to prevent preterm birth within your scope of professional practice. You will assist and provide training for staff to assist the fetal medicine consultant in performing Chorionic villi Sampling & amniocentesis procedures. As the specialist lead midwife you will work closely with the Antenatal and Newborn screening coordinator on a daily basis to ensure that the screening KPIs are maintained and adhering and participating towards Saving Babies Lives Care Bundle 3. The role includes responsibility for coordinating multidisciplinary care, leading service improvement and supporting governance, education and quality assurance aligned with national and regional standards. Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 37.5 hours per week Interview Date: 09/11/2026 For further information please contact: Hannah Readfern Clinical Matron for Outpatient Services and Public Health. 01392 406682 or [e-mail] This is a fixed term contract until 30/09/2027. For current NHS employees this post could be a secondment opportunity. As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including:

• National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.
• Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes.
• The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK).
• Cycle to work scheme.

These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.