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Job summary

Main area
Midwifery
Grade
Hourly rates detailed in advert
Contract
Bank
Hours
Flexible working
Job ref
176-B-6276067-D
Employer
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Employer type
NHS
Site
NWAFT
Town
Cross Site
Salary
£29,970 - £52,809 pa pro rata
Salary period
Yearly
Closing
25/11/2024 23:59

Employer heading

North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust logo

Bank Midwife

Hourly rates detailed in advert

Job overview

***This vacancy is not available for sponsorship***

As a Bank Midwife, you'll work at the heart of our Trust, caring for all pregnant, labouring and postnatal women.

As you provide support, guidance and care for mother, baby and family, we’ll support you through flexible shifts that fit around your lifestyle. We take pride in delivering responsive care to women and families. We serve a diverse population, covering a wide and varied landscape.

Main duties of the job

As a Bank Midwife you can undertake a variety of shifts with flexibility to support work life balance including early, late, long day and night shifts however hours and placements cannot be guaranteed.

Hourly Rates : Band 5  £13,84 + per hour; Band 6 £17,24 + per hour; Band 7 £21,31 + per hour

We are looking for reliable and self-motivated individuals with excellent communication skills. The ability to adapt to changing situations is essential. Our Bank Midwives are invaluable to us, and in return for their dedication and commitment, we offer the opportunity to work across all NWAFT sites and departments, gaining valuable skills and experience.

***Please note we are only able to accept applications from those with a live NMC registration or UK nursing students awaiting their PIN as we are unable to support OSCE at this time***

Working for our organisation

We are dedicated to fostering diversity and inclusivity within our workforce and warmly welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, with a particular emphasis on encouraging those from disabled, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities, as well as candidates from our local area.

As part of our commitment to supporting our employees we offer a range of benefits including:

  • Generous annual leave entitlement starting at 27 days and increasing to 29 days after five years of service and 33 days after 10 years of service, in addition to the national Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part time staff);
  • Membership of the NHS Pension Scheme:
  • Flexible working opportunities;
  • Enhanced hourly rates for unsociable hours e.g. night shifts, weekends, bank holidays;
  • Opportunities for career development and training to help you progress in your role;
  • Wellbeing support and activities to promote a healthy work environment;
  • Access to our in-house physiotherapy service;
  • On-site canteens offering subsidised meals;
  • Subsidised staff parking (currently free);
  • Free Stagecoach Bus Travel to and from work within Cambridgeshire and Peterborough

We strive to create a supportive and inclusive workplace where employees feel valued and empowered to excel in their roles.  Join us and become part of a team dedicated to making a positive difference in our community.

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

Attached is an overview of the typical tasks and Bank Midwife could undertake.  Duties will vary according to the precise needs of the relevant placement and Band offered.

If you have any further queries please do not hesitate to contact us we would love to receive an application from you!

Person specification

Education

Essential criteria
  • Registered Midwife with NMC Registration
Desirable criteria
  • Degree Level Educated

Experience

Essential criteria
  • 12 months experience
Desirable criteria
  • Community Experience

Skills

Essential criteria
  • Experience of multi-professional team working
Desirable criteria
  • Ability and desire to develop a good working knowledge of primary care and the multi- professional team

Employer certification / accreditation badges

NHS Pastoral Care Quality AwardApprenticeships logoNo smoking policyPositive about disabled peopleAge positiveDisability confident leaderInvestors in People: GoldMindful employer.  Being positive about mental health.Stonewall equality policy. Equality and justice for lesbians, gay men, bisexual and trans people.Step into healthDefence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) - GoldArmed Forces Covenant

Applicant requirements

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Documents to download

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Further details / informal visits contact

Name
Charlene Leggott
Job title
Midwife
Email address
[email protected]