Job summary The Assistant Practitioner (maternity) will work as an active member of the multidisciplinary team and have responsibility for their own practice and behaviours. In the ward setting they will be allocated their own caseload of patients by the registered midwife and will be expected to work independently, holistically assessing individual needs, planning, and prioritising their caseload. They will implement evidence-based care, evaluating the outcomes of that care under the minimal supervision of the registered midwife. The post holder will provide advanced support for the midwife in providing woman-centred care in the postnatal setting, under the supervision of the midwife. South Tees Hospitals Maternity Services is a progressive, innovative service that facilitates over 5000 births per year on two sites. We are constantly striving to improve our services for the women, babies and their families and the working environment for our staff. Please note that this vacancy will close when we receive sufficient completed applications. Main duties of the job We are looking for an enthusiastic assistant practitioner to join our team and undertake a midwifery conversion to become an assistant practitioner (maternity). The role is based on postnatal/transitional care settings. The post is potentially working across The James Cook University Hospital and Friarage Hospital. Interested applicants should demonstrate the transferable skills required to effectively work alongside the midwifery team as well as: Excellent interpersonal communication skills and team working2. Evidence of involvement in service development 3. Good working knowledge of IT systems The assistant midwifery practitioner will be expected to work within defined Trust policies, procedures competencies. They will develop treatment plans for patients creating a safe, caring environment that provides privacy, dignity, and respect for the patient. The assistant midwifery practitioner should at all times act in the best interests of patients. They should demonstrate the Trust Values and Behaviours, the Trust Code of Conduct and the nursing and midwifery 6C's. The post holder will be expected to develop their knowledge and skills within the speciality and will assist in the management and development of compassionate, high quality patient care. They should support and help drive the quality improvement agenda and change within the working area. About us Leadership and Improvement Training South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust offers leadership and improvement training to all new staff. This training programme has been designed to support our staff in developing their understanding of leadership and management skills. You will be expected to attend the following training sessions. Your Leadership Impact Leading Your Team to Success Service Improvement for Beginners Developing your Service Improvement Skills The leadership and improvement programme aims to: Explore leadership within the NHS Promote Trust values and behaviours Develop your leadership effectiveness and skills Equip you with the necessary knowledge and skills to lead and complete service improvements within the scope of your role. After you complete these three and a half days of training you will be able to explore further leadership and improvement training opportunities. We also offer further in-house courses and bitesize programmes through our Leadership and Improvement Team. Date posted 27 February 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 4 Salary £26,530 to £29,114 a year per annum (pro rata) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 328-WAC-7018781 Job locations The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role. Job description Job responsibilities Please see the full job description and person specification document(s) for main responsibilities of the role. Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of participating in the planning, developing, implementing and evaluation of personalised care plans and decision making in communication with the multi-disciplinary team. Desirable Experience of working in an NHS care role. Qualifications Essential Functional Skills Maths/English Level 2 or GCSE Maths/English pass grade 9 to 4 (A to C) Care certificate RQF Level 5 qualification or equivalent academic preparation and training relevant to the role of Assistant Practitioner (Maternity) e.g. Level 5 foundation degree in Health and Social Care OR working towards level 5 foundation degree in Health and Social Care (Maternity) (completed year 1 and currently undertaking year 2) Person Specification Experience Essential Experience of participating in the planning, developing, implementing and evaluation of personalised care plans and decision making in communication with the multi-disciplinary team. Desirable Experience of working in an NHS care role. Qualifications Essential Functional Skills Maths/English Level 2 or GCSE Maths/English pass grade 9 to 4 (A to C) Care certificate RQF Level 5 qualification or equivalent academic preparation and training relevant to the role of Assistant Practitioner (Maternity) e.g. Level 5 foundation degree in Health and Social Care OR working towards level 5 foundation degree in Health and Social Care (Maternity) (completed year 1 and currently undertaking year 2) Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions. Employer details Employer name South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address The James Cook University Hospital Marton Road Middlesbrough TS4 3BW Employer's website https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)