Midwife Band 5 + 6
University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Leicester, LE1 5WWView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£32,073 to £48,117
Contract
Permanent
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
1 October 2026
3 days leftJob description
Do you want to work in an organisation that values you as an individual? In a team that provides multi-disciplinary support, encourages your developme...
We would love for you to join our team where you will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team in an environment that is supportive and empowering. You will be expected to fulfil the role of a midwife defined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council upholding high standards of quality evidence based care.
You will work autonomously alongside the multi-disciplinary team to plan, implement and review ongoing holistic care to women in the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal periods.
You will need skills of prioritisation, knowledge of local guidelines and policies to inform your practice, be flexible, adaptable and advocate for women, birthing people and families to ensure safe and effective care is provided.
Leicester maternity services provide safe, high quality care and encourage innovation and development from all staff. We pride ourselves on staff engagement and actively encourage a safe working environment where staff feel safe to speak up and raise concerns.
To consolidate the theory and practice acquired during midwifery training in order to maintain a high standard of midwifery care at all times with the support of the multidisciplinary team around you.
You will be facilitated to acquire additional competencies in preparation to become a band 6 midwife through the support of colleagues and your own initiative and proactivity.
Please see job description/person specification for further details on the role.
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).
- high-quality care for all
- being a great place to work
- partnerships for impact, and
- research and education excellence
And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.
Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:
- we are compassionate
- we are proud
- we are inclusive, and
- we are one team
This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.
About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
https: //www.uhleicester.nhs.uk
Education/Qualification
Essential
- Registered Midwife with NMC PIN and 12+ months experience
- Has completed a Preceptorship programme and is competent with core clinical skills
- Studied at degree level or higher (or diploma with relevant equivalent clinical experience)
Desirable: - Evidence of continued professional development
Knowledge and experience
Essential
- Knowledge of developments in midwifery and comprehension of current practice
- Experience working within all relevant clinical environments in maternity
- Knowledge of up to date guidelines and policies guiding clinical practice
Desirable: - Research Audit awareness; - Training and experience of supervision of students in line with NMC SSSA guidance
Personal Capabilities
Essential
- Enthusiastic, positive and motivated
- Assertive and competent
- Recognition of own limitations
- Demonstrates commitment to develop self and others
- Able to reflect upon feedback in order to improve practice
- Able to work as part of a team
- Able to minimise conflict and conduct professional relationships
Desirable: - Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- A good standard of verbal and written English to enable effective communication
- Upholds a high standard of midwifery care
- Understands clinical risk and quality issues within the NHS
- Competent at initiating and managing emergency scenarios in maternity such as PPH, neonatal resuscitation and shoulder dystocia
- Computer literate
- Ability to work on own initiative/prioritise and manage own time
Desirable
- Evidence of range of communication skills
- Physical examination of the newborn (NIPE)
- Advanced skills including perineal suturing, venepuncture, cannulation, drug administration
- Took part in skills drills with the MDT for training purposes in emergency situations
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential
- Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
- All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others
Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential: - Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours
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First seen
25 September 2026
Last checked
28 September 2026
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