We are looking for an experienced and motivated Midwife to join our committed and dedicated Practice Development Team (PDT) at Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust. As part of the PDT, you will facilitate in-house training days to meet the requirements of national agendas such as the Maternity incentive Scheme (MIS) and the Saving Babies Lives Care Bundle (SBLCB). You will be part of the support network for our students, newly qualified midwives and international colleagues as well as wider members of the maternity and obstetric teams.
The post holder will promote and develop excellence in midwifery practice and enhance client care by effectively leading and developing the support, education, training and development of staff within the service. We are looking for a midwife who will be a positive role model and provide leadership and management to enable staff and service development.
Our new team member will provide a variety of training days for members of the multi-disciplinary team including, health care assistants, nursery nurses, nurses, midwives from all departments, ODPs, theatre staff, Obstetricians and Anaesthetists. We have some exciting new projects that we would love you to be a part of including developing the maternity training for our Ambulance teams and Paramedic colleagues.
The post holder will be a highly motivated and experienced Midwife who will offer leadership, expert advice and continuous support to Midwives within the Maternity Services.
Education - We are looking for a post-holder who is passionate about making maternity care at BHT outstanding. They will support with in-house training days, providing confident and compassionate study days. There will be the opportunity to be involved with service development projects.
The Post holder retention – work with midwifery colleagues to ensure that staff are supported during transition into the trust and are retained. This role is an integral part of PDT and is key in the provision of clinical and professional advice ensuring optimal use of midwives’ skills to ensure a safe, supported workforce.
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What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you?
• As part of our BHT family, you’ll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression.
• We offer flexible and agile working opportunities, alongside your NHS benefits of generous annual leave entitlement, pension and access to NHS discount schemes.
• We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce.
Why work for us?
• We’re committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply.
• As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect.
• Greater diversity within our BHT family improves positive outcomes for the people and communities we serve.
What do we stand for?
• Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work.
• Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time.
• Our CARE values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable.
For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and Person Specification by downloading the JD and PS attachment in the advert.
This advert closes on Friday 7 Mar 2025