Lead Pharmacist - Antimicrobials - Luton site

TN United Kingdom; Luton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a compassionate and motivated midwife to join their dedicated team. This role offers the chance to provide essential care to vulnerable women and their families, ensuring they receive the support they need throughout pregnancy and beyond. You will work in a collaborative environment that values staff wellbeing and professional growth, with opportunities for ongoing training and development. Join a forward-thinking organization that prioritizes high-quality patient care and fosters a supportive team atmosphere where your contributions truly matter.

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife with evidence of ongoing professional development.
• Minimum two years of experience as a practicing midwife.

Responsibilities

• Provide antenatal and postnatal care in various settings.
• Support student midwives and junior staff in their development.

Skills

Communication Skills

Organisational Skills

Midwifery Knowledge

Empathy

Education

Registered Midwife (NMC)

Ongoing Professional Development

Job description

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Client:

Oxleas NHS Foundation Trust

Location:

Luton, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job overview

There is an exciting opportunity for a Band 6 midwife, who has a special interest in working with vulnerable women and their families, to join a well-established team of midwives.

The Liberty Team midwives provide continuity of care to vulnerable pregnant women including teenagers, women with learning disabilities, victims of domestic abuse, women experiencing severe mental health issues, and women with complex safeguarding issues.

Main duties of the job

You will provide antenatal and postnatal care in hospital/community clinics and women’s homes. You will offer a full range of health education, social care, and advice to women, liaising with multidisciplinary/agency groups to improve maternity care for childbearing women and their families, being responsive to their needs and obtaining user views as appropriate.

Supporting student midwives and junior staff as we guide and encourage their professional development, with excellent senior midwife-led support to help you reach your potential. We value our staff’s happiness and fulfillment, aiming to foster development and fairness within a supportive team.

We seek an enthusiastic, motivated, and compassionate midwife with a keen interest in caring for vulnerable women. You should have excellent communication and time management skills, be proactive, and understand maternity safeguarding well.

Working for our organisation

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides hospital services to around 700,000 people across Bedfordshire and surrounding areas, with two hospital sites in Bedford and Luton. Both sites offer key services such as A&E, obstetrics-led maternity, and paediatrics.

Joining a friendly, high-performing Trust committed to staff wellbeing, you'll have access to high-quality training and development to advance your career. Our state-of-the-art facilities place us at the forefront of healthcare innovation, dedicated to delivering excellent patient care using the latest clinical knowledge and technology.

Please note that vacancies may close early if sufficient applications are received. Apply promptly. All new staff will undergo a six-month probation period. Travel between hospital sites may be required. Review all attached documents to understand the job requirements.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Main tasks/overview of responsibilities:

1. Establish and maintain effective communication about complex matters, overcoming communication barriers.
2. Develop midwifery knowledge through CPD and influence others’ development.
3. Promote health, safety, and security best practices.
4. Contribute to service development.
5. Promote equality, diversity, and rights.
6. Assess complex health and wellbeing needs.
7. Plan, deliver, and evaluate programs addressing these needs.
8. Manage physical and financial resources efficiently.

Responsibility for Care Of Women / Birthing People and their families

Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate midwifery care, obtaining informed consent throughout pregnancy, birth, and postnatal care. Use evidence-based practices, develop care pathways, and liaise with multidisciplinary teams. Support women and their families, respecting privacy and dignity, and maintain accurate documentation.

Communications

• Maintain confidentiality per NMC guidelines.
• Contribute to a learning environment.
• Communicate effectively on complex issues with empathy and reassurance.
• Document information according to policies.

Team Working

• Participate in daily team meetings.
• Create an environment conducive to excellent clinical care.
• Develop personal and team knowledge and practice.
• Recognize and celebrate team achievements.

Planning and Organising

• Prioritize care pathways and monitor progress.
• Maintain data and audit records.

Responsibilities for Human Resources

• Assess and develop own professional skills.
• Support and mentor students and junior staff.
• Participate in team meetings and address performance issues.

Responsibilities for physical and financial resources

• Use resources efficiently.
• Ensure equipment maintenance and availability.
• Evaluate policies and propose improvements.

Analysis and Data Management

• Collect and evaluate data to support decision-making.

Research, Development and Audit

• Promote quality care and participate in audits.

Freedom to Act

• Accountable for own actions, guided by policies and codes of conduct.

Person specification

Qualifications

• Registered Midwife (NMC)
• Evidence of ongoing professional development, including mental health and safeguarding training.

Experience

• Minimum two years as a practicing midwife.
• Experience in multi-agency working and managing complex cases.

Knowledge

• Understanding of public health roles, clinical governance, and confidentiality.

Communication

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Personal Skills

• Organisational skills, resilience, and a proactive attitude.

Appropriate UK registration is required. This role is subject to DBS disclosure and compliance with relevant legislation.