Lead Safeguarding Midwife - Maternity Services

Bedfordshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare trust in England seeks a Safeguarding Midwife to provide specialist advice and leadership within maternity services. The role includes supporting midwives with complex safeguarding issues, education, and risk assessment. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Midwifery, show evidence of safeguarding training, and possess skills in mentoring and training. This position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the safety and wellbeing of women and families.

Qualifications

• Registered midwife with relevant qualifications.
• Experience in safeguarding concerns and multi-disciplinary working.
• Knowledge of frameworks regarding safeguarding issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist support and advice on safeguarding children.
• Deliver education and training for healthcare professionals within maternity services.
• Act as a lead for safeguarding children within maternity services.

Skills

Innovative approach to midwifery

Excellent presentation and training skills

Facilitation and mentoring skills

Education

Degree in Midwifery or similar

Registered midwife

Evidence of further training/study in safeguarding

Broad understanding of safeguarding relative to maternity services

Job description

A healthcare trust in England seeks a Safeguarding Midwife to provide specialist advice and leadership within maternity services. The role includes supporting midwives with complex safeguarding issues, education, and risk assessment. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Midwifery, show evidence of safeguarding training, and possess skills in mentoring and training. This position offers an opportunity to work collaboratively with a multidisciplinary team to ensure the safety and wellbeing of women and families.