Integrated Midwife

NHS Scotland; Scotland; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 49,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider in a stunning location, offering the chance to make a real difference in a rural community. As an Integrated Midwife, you will work in a supportive environment, delivering exceptional care to women and their families. This role not only offers professional growth but also the opportunity to enjoy the breathtaking beauty of Shetland, with its rich culture and community spirit. Experience a fulfilling career while living in a safe, family-friendly environment with excellent amenities. If you're ready to embrace the unique challenges of rural midwifery, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Relocation Allowance up to £8000

Distant Islands Allowance of £2,380

Supportive Team Environment

Opportunity for Professional Growth

Qualifications

• Experience as a registered midwife in a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of child protection responsibilities and GIRFEC process.

Responsibilities

• Deliver woman-centred care as part of a supportive team.
• Uphold the philosophy of care ensuring individualised service.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Organisational Skills

Teamwork

Child Protection Knowledge

Adaptability

Education

Registered Midwife Qualification

Job description

Integrated Midwife (Ref 213282)

Substantive 22.2 hours per week

Band 6 Salary Range £39,912 - £48,635 per annum (pro rata)

Plus Distant Islands Allowance of £2,380 per annum (pro rata)

A Relocation Allowance of up to £8000 is available

Shetland is a beautiful part of the world with a rich, vibrant and connected island community offering a wealth of opportunities to work, to learn and to enjoy life in safe, family-friendly communities. We have some of North Europe’s most spectacular natural surroundings alongside impressive modern amenities including the UK’s most northerly cinema.

Are you a registered midwife who wishes the opportunity to work in a rural community and experience the unique challenges that come from our remote geographical location? We welcome applications from experienced registered midwives ready to join the team at Band 6

You will be working as part of a friendly and supportive team based at the Gilbert Bain Hospital where you will be able to deliver true woman-centred care and be a fully integrated Midwife.

You must be able to work as part of a multidisciplinary team and have effective and adaptable interpersonal and organisational skills. This post involves travelling and a high degree of flexibility including on- call and air ambulance transfers to the mainland.

The post-holder will work to uphold the philosophy of care within the unit to ensure that women and their families are the central focus of a high quality service and that care provided is individualised. You will have knowledge of child protection responsibilities and the GIRFEC process.

There is a strong history of joint working with other agencies in Shetland to the overall benefit of the local community. Maternity Services are fully engaged in this through the Early Years Collaborative.

Rise to the challenge and enjoy the opportunity - Shetland is a wonderful place to live and work. Shetland offers low pollution, low crime, excellent schools, great leisure facilities, unique wildlife and amazing scenery, whilst still only a short flight away from the UK mainland. To find out more about living and working in Shetland go to www.shetland.org and/or https://www.shetland.org/life

For an informal discussion, please contact Janice Irvine (Senior Charge Midwife) on 01595 743012

Closing date: 25/05/2025

Interview date: TBA

If you require assistance or encounter any technical issues with your application, please e-mail support at https://jobseekersupport.jobtrain.co.uk/support/home including the vacancy reference number and “NHS Shetland” in the subject line.

Preferred candidates will be required to join the Protecting Vulnerable Groups (PVG) Scheme or undergo a PVG Scheme update prior to a formal offer of employment being made.

In promoting equal opportunities, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.