Job summary An exciting development opportunity has arisen for an experienced midwife to join our friendly team as the Fetal Medicine Lead Midwife. The post holder will work closely with the Antenatal Screening Coordinator as well as the Midwifery Outpatient Matron. The Fetal Medicine Unit (FMU) is a woman centred and family focused service with a strong ethos for quality improvement. It is delivered by a team which is motivated and works well across all disciplines. The Fetal Medicine Lead Midwife would be a valuable member of that team and we would expect the same commitment. The post holder will contribute to the safe, effective, and efficient running of the Fetal Medicine service in the provision of excellent maternity care for women and families accessing the FMU services. The role requires effective team working across several professional groups and departments to offer safe, personal and effective care. As a team we care about building trusting relationships with women to ensure a positive experience throughout their maternity journey. So if you would like to be a big part of driving forward positive experiences for our staff and patients, we'd like to hear from you. Main duties of the job The Specialist Midwife for Fetal Medicine is expected to be an expert clinical midwife who will give advice and guidance on the midwifery care of women, babies and their families. The post holder will provide clinical and managerial leadership and will lead and coordinate midwives to provide midwifery care for women during the fetal medicine pathway. The Specialist Midwife for Fetal Medicine will work in partnership with the Antenatal and Newborn Screening (ANNBS) Midwives, and ensure that abnormal screening results are responded to expediently and within the appropriate time frames. The Specialist Midwife for Fetal Medicine will participate in the provision of effective individualised, women-centred, evidence based midwifery care. They will provide professional leadership and participate in the education and training of all staff. This is not an exhaustive list and is subject to change depending upon departmental requirements. About us Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust is now one of the largest in the country, with a workforce of approximately 15,000 who serve a population of 1.2 million people. We work together, and in conjunction with MSE Health and Care Partnership, to deliver excellent local and specialist services, to improve the health and wellbeing of our patients in a compassionate way, and provide a respectful, but vibrant place for staff to develop, innovate and build careers. From facilities through to consultant specialists we want to be the best, to achieve this we need to recruit not just those who are the finest in their field but also those who have the potential to be. Yes, experience is important but so is outlook - if you are dynamic, forward-thinking and enthusiastic we want you to join us. We not only offer you a good working environment with flexible working opportunities, but also the opportunity to develop your career with access to appropriate training for your job and the support to succeed and progress. Date posted 24 January 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 a year Per Annum (Pro Rata For Part Time) Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 390-WAC-BR-7209 Job locations Broomfield Court Road Chelmsford CM1 7ET Job description Job responsibilities For full details of this exciting and rewarding post please see attached job description, but if successful you will lead your team by example; demonstrating a proven record of sound leadership, courtesy and diplomacy, when dealing with colleagues and the general public. We look forward to your application Job description Job responsibilities For full details of this exciting and rewarding post please see attached job description, but if successful you will lead your team by example; demonstrating a proven record of sound leadership, courtesy and diplomacy, when dealing with colleagues and the general public. We look forward to your application Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Midwife Desirable Managerial/leadership qualifications and/or experience Skills Essential Experience in working in all aspects of clinical midwifery. Demonstrable experience at Band 6 Person Specification Qualifications Essential Registered Midwife Desirable Managerial/leadership qualifications and/or experience Skills Essential Experience in working in all aspects of clinical midwifery. Demonstrable experience at Band 6 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Additional information 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. Certificate of Sponsorship Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab). From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab). UK Registration Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window). Employer details Employer name Mid and South Essex NHS Foundation Trust Address Broomfield Court Road Chelmsford CM1 7ET Employer's website https://www.mse.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)