Midwife - Consultant Midwife Support Team

University Hospital Southampton NHS FT; Southampton; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Southampton is looking for a Band 6 Midwife dedicated to service improvement and innovation. In this role, you'll support consultant midwives and work on quality improvement initiatives to enhance maternity services. Ideal candidates will be registered midwives with a diploma or degree in midwifery, possessing strong clinical skills and knowledge of current maternity care issues. This role offers a unique opportunity to impact patient care positively while enjoying the benefits of flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

Flexible working environment

Learning and development opportunities

Qualifications

• Registered midwife on relevant part of the NMC Register.
• Diploma or degree in midwifery.
• Completion of preceptorship.

Responsibilities

• Support the implementation of Trust-wide initiatives.
• Work collaboratively with consultant midwives and multidisciplinary teams.
• Contribute to the development of resources and engage in quality improvement activities.

Skills

Competent clinical skills in midwifery practice

Knowledge of current midwifery issues

Understanding of clinical priorities

Suturing competency

Cannulation competency

Education

Diploma or degree in midwifery

Registered midwife on NMC Register

Job description

Job Overview

University Hospital Southampton NHS Foundation Trust is delighted to offer a fantastic opportunity to work with us.

Please see below for detailed job description of the role.

Main duties of the job

Band 6 Midwife - Service Improvement & Innovation role

We are pleased to offer an exciting opportunity for experienced band 6 midwives to dedicate some of their time to supporting the consultant midwives and the ongoing development of related workstreams within UHS Maternity Services.

This role provides a chance to become actively involved in shaping and improving maternity care across our services, working alongside our consultant midwifery team who are driving safety, innovation and quality improvement.

Working for our organisation

University Hospital Southampton is one of England's largest acute teaching Trusts, offering a wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your career aspirations.

Located on the south coast with an international airport and direct rail links to London, Southampton offers an ideal setting to live and work, with the New Forest, South Downs and Jurassic Coast.

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At UHS we’re committed to providing a flexible working environment where possible. Whether you are balancing family, study, or your wellbeing with your career, we want to support you so you can help our patients.

At UHS, we proudly champion individuality, recognizing that outstanding care is only possible with a diverse, inclusive team. We’re committed to creating an anti‑racist, anti‑discriminatory environment where everyone feels valued, safe, and empowered to make a meaningful impact in our communities. We welcome applicants of all backgrounds, identities, and experiences to join us in building a healthcare community where everyone can belong, thrive, and contribute.

Detailed Job Description And Main Responsibilities

In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the implementation of Trust-wide initiatives that reflect national priorities and local strategies for delivering safe, personalised, and evidence-based maternity care.

Working collaboratively with consultant midwives and multidisciplinary teams, you will contribute to the development of resources, assist with project delivery, and actively engage in quality improvement activities.

This opportunity offers a unique insight into how strategic and clinical leadership combine to enhance maternity services. You will gain valuable experience in service development, governance, and advanced midwifery practice, while ensuring that the voices and experiences of women, birthing people, and families remain central to everything we do.

We welcome expressions of interest from midwives who are passionate about professional development, service improvement, and advancing safe, compassionate maternity care.

Person Specification

Trust Values

• Patient First
• Always Improving
• Working Together

Qualifications, Knowledge And Experience

Essential criteria

• Registered midwife on relevant part of the NMC Register
• Diploma or degree in midwifery
• Completion of preceptorship
• Competent clinical skills and knowledge across all areas of midwifery practice
• Understanding of clinical priorities
• Understanding of current midwifery issues
• Knowledge of current Government NHS Agenda relevant to Maternity Services
• Suturing competency
• Cannulation competency

Desirable criteria

• Physical Examination of the Newborn (NIPE) qualification
• Recognised teaching / mentorship qualification
• Professional Midwifery Advocate (Supervisor of Midwives)
• Case loading experience
• High dependency experience
• Shift leading experience