York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
The Maternity Quality and Patient Safety Team are seeking a knowledgeable and motivated midwife to join our busy and friendly team.
The role can be based in either York or Scarborough but will cover the maternity services at both sites. Working hours can be flexible and can be combined with clinical shifts if required.
We have 2 roles available and these can be based at either site. One is for 37.5 hours per week and one is for 24.75 hours a week.
We are delighted to be able to offer a range of roles within the maternity department across the Trust following additional investment to enhance services.
Interviews will take place the week commencing the 17th March 2025.
Main duties of the job
As a Quality and Patient Safety Midwife, the post holder will take responsibility for leading the maternity aspect of any investigations of significant events and patient safety incidents, producing and monitoring action plans that take place across the maternity and neonatal services, across both sites.
There will be an expectation that you will provide support and information for staff to learn from incidents, taking into consideration human factors and the SEIPS methodology as described in the NHS Patient Safety Incident Response Framework. The role will provide assurance that change in practice has been embedded to reduce the risk of re-occurrence.
About us
We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
1. Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
2. 27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
3. A generous relocation package of up to 30% of salary (capped at £18k) to support with relocation expenses for hard to fill positions where relocation would be an expectation to undertake the role fully. If you would like to discuss a potential relocation package, please speak to the recruiting department/manager.
4. A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
5. Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
6. NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
7. An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
8. Discounts on restaurants, getaways, shopping, motoring, cinema and finance from a range of providers
For further information on the fantastic range of benefits we offer please visit the Trust's dedicated Staff Benefits pages.
Job responsibilities
A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please note that if a high number of applications are received this advert may close early. You are advised to submit your application at the earliest opportunity.
Working for the Trust
Across our organisation, people are guided by values that were co-developed with staff: we are kind; we are open; and we pursue excellence.
Our values play into our ambition to develop a more diverse workforce, truly representative of our communities. We welcome applications from everyone, while working with our Staff Networks - including our Race Equality, LGBTQ+, Disability and Carers Networks - to increase the number of applications we receive from different backgrounds. If there is anything we can do to make our application process more accessible to you, please contact: yhs-tr.recruitment@nhs.net.
As part of seeking to become more inclusive, we will consider requests for flexible working from the start of your employment. It may not be suitable for every role, but we will try and be supportive where we can. We would encourage you to speak to the recruiting manager named within this advert to discuss any requirements you may have.
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We are holders of the Gold Award from the Defence Employer Recognition Scheme, which is helping actively promote SaBRE - Supporting Britains Reservists and Employers. This means that we have made a statement of intent to support all Defence personnel, including with applications for employment.
Person Specification
Experience and Knowledge
* Demonstrate robust knowledge and understanding of the maternity quality and safety agenda.
* Leadership or management training
Qualifications and Training
* Registered Midwife
* Evidence of continuing education
* Compassionate leadership skills
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.
Salary
£43,742 to £50,056 a year per annum/pro rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time, Part-time
Reference number
419-6955826-QSM-FH
Job locations
York and Scarborough Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
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