Band 7 - Learning Environment Lead Midwife, WACS

This is to cover maternity leave only for 12 months.

The post holder will be required towork 27 hours per week (0.72 WTE) in collaboration with existing post holder to make up the 1.0 WTE.

The successful candidate must be a Registered Midwife with UK

NMC Pin and have evidence of continuous professional development.

Evidence of SSSA/ mentorship/ teaching or equivalent, substantial post registration experience, with evidence of working in all areas of maternity.

Experience working with students/ preceptorship midwives working asa role model who is committed to improvement of standards and Patient care.

They will need presentation skills excellent time management and organisational skills, excellent verbal, written, interpersonal and communication skills. They need to be proficient in venepuncture, cannulation, perineal suturing and episiotomy with the ability to give effective feedback and feedforward to maternity staff. To be able to assess competence and level of understanding.

The practice education facilitator roles are designed to influence the quality of the clinical learning environment by providing support, educational input and development activities for Practice Assessors/Supervisors and students.

The role aims to enhance the quality of the practice learning experience and positively contribute to the future workforce.

The postholder will be required to promote high standards of care through role modelling the demonstration of clinical expertise, leadership and professionalism, whilst working along-side the Senior Team and training team, assisting in the delivery of effective programmes and the facilitation of high quality learning.

A key element of the role will be to facilitate a positive learning environment in the classroom, simulation and clinical areas where student development is encouraged and supported, and talent is fostered and enhanced.

With a new hospital planned for Watford, work underway to update theatres at St Albans City Hospital and plans for a neighbourhood healthcare centre in Hemel Hempstead, this is an exciting time to join us. We are building on the success of our award-winning virtual hospital and re-imagining models of care, working closely with partners and making the most of advances in digital healthcare. Staff wellbeing and development are a priority, as is the role of innovation in improving clinical care, outcomes and patient experience. Our vision is Excellent patient care, together and our values are to be empowered, compassionate, professional and inclusive. They capture an important balance across what we must all do as individuals and to support others. We offer a variety of flexible working options as we recognise the importance of a good work life balance.www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking If you have a disability or long-term health condition and require support or guidance please contactwestherts.recruitment@nhs.net If you are a Service Leaver, Veteran, Military Reserve, Cadet Force Adult Volunteer, or partner/spouse of those serving please tick "Member of the Armed Forces Community" on the application form. We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Education

Essential: - Registered Midwife with UK NMC Pin; - Evidence of continuous professional development; - Evidence of SSSA/ mentorship/ teaching or equivalent

Knowledge

Essential: - Act in accordance with the Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Code of Professional Conduct and Midwives rules.

Experience

Essential: - Experience working with students/ preceptorship midwives