Job overview We have an exciting opportunity for Registered Adult Nurses, who already have a relevant degree, to study Midwifery at Masters level.
You will have the opportunity to undertake MSc Midwifery (shortened course) whilst working with our Midwifery Team. This course will provide you with the knowledge and skills to become a registered Midwife.
Please note this is a fixed term contract for the duration of the MSc programme.
N.B. Salary support for the duration of the course is provided by Health Education England at a maximum salary of mid band 5 (AFC). As this is a studentship, previous salary bandings will not be matched and there are no enhanced payments for unsociable hours. Health Education England will also be funding university tuition fees for those commencing shortened midwifery training between January 2022 - April 2026 (up to a maximum of £9,250 per annum). Some students may also be eligible for a means tested maintenance loan.
The start date for the MSc Midwifery is 23rd March 2026 please ensure you are able to be released from your current role to commence this course.
Further information can be obtained through Student Finance England. Successful applicants will need to be able to travel to University of Bradford for the theoretical components of the course. Main duties of the job This course will enable you to become a highly-skilled, autonomous midwife. You will learn how to support, advise, and advocate for women, birthing individuals, their partners, and their families, by providing evidence-based care throughout pregnancy, childbirth and the postpartum period.
Throughout your studies, you'll be fully supported by midwifery academics and practice educators. With the support of experienced midwife lecturers and practice supervisors our students are able to develop the competencies and essential skills mandated by the Nursing and Midwifery Council to enable registration as a midwife.
This degree will build on skills and knowledge as a registered adult nurse to work as part of a multi-professional team and develop them into an autonomous registered midwife.
Interviews will take place on Monday the 16th February.
To find out more about our Maternity department please visit the following link: Working for our organisation Our benefits
To find out more about what it is like to work for our Trust please visit the following link: We offer a range of benefits to support our staff including:
·Access to the NHS Pension Scheme, providing generous benefits upon retirement, as well as a lump sum and pension for dependants
·27 days holiday rising to 33 days (depending on NHS Trust service)
·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.
·A variety of different types of paid and unpaid leave covering emergency and planned leave
·Confidential advice and support on personal, work, family and relationship issues, 24/7, from our Employee Assistance Programme
·NHS Car Lease scheme and Cycle to Work scheme
·An extensive range of learning and development opportunities
·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. Detailed job description and main responsibilities A full description of the role is available in the attachment: job description.
Please ensure you have the permission to apply from your current line manager before applying.
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: .
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 Britain’s 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 Essential criteria Active registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council as a Registered Nurse (Adult) first-level status. This must be maintained to meet the NMC revalidation requirements for the duration of the course.
Post-registration Adult Nursing experience.
Knowledge of professional Midwifery issues.
Understanding of evidence-based practice and its application.
Can demonstrate an understanding of inter-agency working. Desirable criteria Management experience.
Knowledge of or experience in coaching and mentoring practices and tools.
Knowledge of or experience in quality improvement tools, techniques, and methods. Qualifications and Skills Essential criteria First degree at 2.2 or above
Evidence of qualification to undertake the supervision, teaching, and assessing of students (essential requirement, the expectation will be to complete within 12 months)
Able to prioritise care appropriately.
Excellent organisational skills, ability to manage own time and prioritise time-critical procedures for patients.
Ability to recognise and contribute to the management of challenging situations calmly and professionally.
Able to take instruction and direction and work effectively as part of a team.
Ability to retrieve and interpret information from a variety of reliable sources.
Ability to record information in a variety of formats.
Promote equality and diversity.
Empathy, sensitivity, and excellent interpersonal skills when working with patients. their families and colleagues, supervisors, and mentors.
Can demonstrate the application of theory to practice. Desirable criteria • Undertaken academic study at Level 6 or above within the last 5 years. Skills and Abilities Essential criteria Ability to interpret information relating to patients and under supervision translate this into a plan of care that meets the individual need of the patients.
Excellent organisational skills, and ability to manage own time. Organises workload, prioritising and implementation of care.
Able to use computer systems for the management of patient care and access to theoretical aspects of training.
Adhere to all departmental and Trust operational policies, procedures and clinical guidelines.
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