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Diabetes Specialist Midwife, Band 6

Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Gloucester, GL1 3NN

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117

Contract

Permanent

Hours

Not specified

Closing date

6 September 2026

6 days left

Job description

Diabetes Specialist Midwife, Band 6 (22.5 hours a week) The Diabetes Team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides specialist care f...

Experienced registered midwife with a sound understanding of the management of complex pregnancies and the impact these can have on care planning, clinical decision-making and maternal wellbeing. Able to assess, prioritise and escalate concerns appropriately, demonstrating strong clinical judgement and professional accountability.

The post holder will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to maintaining high standards of clinical care, and enthusiasm for continuous professional development. They will demonstrate a willingness to share knowledge, support colleagues, contribute to service improvement initiatives and promote safe, evidence-based practice.

We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.

With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.

As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.

Qualifications and Training

Essential

  • Registered Midwife

Desirable

  • Further study relating to diabetes in pregnancy

Knowledge and Skills

Essential

  • Understanding of gestational diabetes and the impact on pregnancy
  • Good level of computer literacy with ability to learn new systems
  • Ability to deliver educational information to MDT effectively

Desirable

  • Understanding of pre-existing diabetes and the impact on pregnancy and vice versa

Clinical/Experience

Essential

  • Experienced midwife (substantial experience)
  • Understanding relevance of scan findings and how this may impact care

Desirable

  • Experience of looking after women with gestational diabetes

Personal Attributes

Essential

  • Enthusiastic and positive
  • Approachable (for both staff and patients)
  • Desire to learn and develop
  • Excellent organisational skills and good time keeping

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

NHS Jobs

First seen

21 August 2026

Last checked

25 August 2026

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About the employer

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Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

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