Job summary Are you a motivated, dynamic and inspirational experienced Midwife and passionate about delivering high quality maternity care? If yes, we have a fantastic opportunity for you to join our dedicated perinatal team. We are seeking midwives to join our fantastic and hardworking team as a Senior Midwife in Delivery Suite and supporting across our inpatient services. You will work in a supportive environment where our perinatal teams work closely to provide high quality service that meets the individual needs of mothers, birthing people and their babies. Main duties of the job The post holder will have continuing responsibility for a defined caseload/team including appropriate management of resources and contributory responsibility for a defined budget. They will provide effective midwifery leadership in a multidisciplinary team. The position provides a specialist clinical role in addition to the management of operational issues and the provision of expert health advice. Essentially this will incorporate the provision of care to patients and their families in accordance with the philosophy and standards of care within the area, ensuring that values and beliefs are upheld. About us Our STAR values are at the heart of everything we do. You can expect to see them in the way we act and the way we treat each other. Our values make us who we are. Service We will put our patients first Teamwork We will work together Ambition We will aspire to provide the best service Respect We will act with integrity Date posted 05 March 2025 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 7 Salary £46,148 to £52,809 a year pro rata per annum Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time Reference number 249- 7010904 Job locations Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB Job description Job responsibilities The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate: A clear understanding of the role of the Labour Ward coordinator excellent leadership skills a sound knowledge base around Safeguarding Be confident in facilitating evidence based Intrapartum care and supporting other staff members to provide high quality care Be proficient in providing to support junior staff with regards to relevant clinical skills such as perineal suturing, cannulation, theatre role, management of emergency situations and management of high risk pregnancies as well as promotion of a positive birth experience. The ability to effectively and safely co-ordinate Delivery Suite, Maternity theatres and Maternity Unit (out of hours). The ability to safely manage maternity services operation out of hours in the absence of the Midwifery Matron Staff management skills. For further information about working within the Great Western Hospital, please visit our website on www.gwh.nhs.uk/jobs If you require further information or details regarding Midwifery Recruitment please contact Kathryn Owen, Matron via kathryn.owen1nhs.net Job description Job responsibilities The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate: A clear understanding of the role of the Labour Ward coordinator excellent leadership skills a sound knowledge base around Safeguarding Be confident in facilitating evidence based Intrapartum care and supporting other staff members to provide high quality care Be proficient in providing to support junior staff with regards to relevant clinical skills such as perineal suturing, cannulation, theatre role, management of emergency situations and management of high risk pregnancies as well as promotion of a positive birth experience. The ability to effectively and safely co-ordinate Delivery Suite, Maternity theatres and Maternity Unit (out of hours). The ability to safely manage maternity services operation out of hours in the absence of the Midwifery Matron Staff management skills. For further information about working within the Great Western Hospital, please visit our website on www.gwh.nhs.uk/jobs If you require further information or details regarding Midwifery Recruitment please contact Kathryn Owen, Matron via kathryn.owen1nhs.net Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Registered/Practising Midwife Mentorship/Preceptorship trained Maintain portfolio and PREPP requirements ALSO course or equivalent experience Desirable Educated to Degree Level or evidence of working towards Experience Essential Evidence of Professional development Knowledge of research methodologies and audit Child Protection training Desirable Recognised management study Recognised leadership training Intrapartum care experience including shift management Skills Essential Substantial midwifery experience including Intrapartum care in a high risk environment Recent experience of leading a team Knowledge of midwifery issues in the wider content of the NHS Knowledge of statutory supervision Evidence of up to date current midwifery skills and competencies including perineal suturing, cannulation, intravenous medications and care of epidural, PCA, scrub midwife role Desirable Experience/additional training of HDU/High risk midwifery care The ability to write clear and concise reports The ability to prepare and deliver presentations to a group of people Person Specification Qualifications Essential Current NMC registration Registered/Practising Midwife Mentorship/Preceptorship trained Maintain portfolio and PREPP requirements ALSO course or equivalent experience Desirable Educated to Degree Level or evidence of working towards Experience Essential Evidence of Professional development Knowledge of research methodologies and audit Child Protection training Desirable Recognised management study Recognised leadership training Intrapartum care experience including shift management Skills Essential Substantial midwifery experience including Intrapartum care in a high risk environment Recent experience of leading a team Knowledge of midwifery issues in the wider content of the NHS Knowledge of statutory supervision Evidence of up to date current midwifery skills and competencies including perineal suturing, cannulation, intravenous medications and care of epidural, PCA, scrub midwife role Desirable Experience/additional training of HDU/High risk midwifery care The ability to write clear and concise reports The ability to prepare and deliver presentations to a group of people 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 Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust Address Great Western Hospital Marlborough Road Swindon SN3 6BB Employer's website https://www.gwh.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)