Student Midwife

Job summary

The 20 Month BSc (Hons) Midwifery Shortened Programme at Middlesex University aims to produce competent, caring, research and evidence-based midwives, capable of delivering effective woman-centred care for mothers and their families. This full-time programme commences September 2065.

During the 20 Month course, time will be split between the Middlesex University, Hendon and The Royal London.

In order to apply for the course, you will have:

Active Adult Nursing Registration (NMC Registration)

Diploma or degree in Adult Nursing

Proven post registration experience

GCSE Maths and English or equivalencies or IELTS 7.0

Students applying for this funded training post (bottom point band 5) should note that HEE are paying tuition fees.

We will be applying for references via e-mail, therefore, please ensure that correct e-mail addresses are provided for your referees before submitting your application.

Middlesex University will require an employment reference from your most recent employer.

Main duties of the job

To attain a registered midwifery qualification

To communicate effectively with women and their families throughout the preconception, antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal stages under the supervision of the Registered Midwife (Practice Supervisor/Assessor).

To diagnose pregnancy, assess and monitor women holistically throughout the preconception, antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal stages through the use of a range of assessment methods and reach valid, reliable and comprehensive conclusions under the supervision of the Registered Midwife.

To work towards the midwifery standards of proficiency that is contained in the Electronic Midwifery Ongoing Record of Achievement

To work towards achieving experience under supervision of the activities of the midwife as outlined in the European Union Midwives Directive (80/155/EEC Article 4) and the NMC (2019) standards of proficiencies for student midwives.

About us

Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers.

Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together.

We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role, and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience, and knowledgerequired. For both documents, please view the attachment/s below.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• Degree/ Diploma in Adult Nursing . 120 Level 4 credits and 60 level 5 credits
• IELTs level 7 or equivalent
• NMC registration

• Evidence of relevant CPD courses

• Post registration experience in a nursing setting

• Experience within a maternity setting

• Up-to-date knowledge of professional Midwifery issues.
• Able to prioritise care appropriately.
• Understanding of inter-agency working i.e. Child Protection and Domestic Violence.
• Understanding of the principles of EDI within maternity

• Has knowledge of Trust's Policies and Procedures
• Understanding of governance and evidence-based practice.

• Degree/ Diploma in Adult Nursing . 120 Level 4 credits and 60 level 5 credits
• IELTs level 7 or equivalent
• NMC registration

• Evidence of relevant CPD courses

• Post registration experience in a nursing setting

• Experience within a maternity setting

• Up-to-date knowledge of professional Midwifery issues.
• Able to prioritise care appropriately.
• Understanding of inter-agency working i.e. Child Protection and Domestic Violence.
• Understanding of the principles of EDI within maternity

• Has knowledge of Trust's Policies and Procedures
• Understanding of governance and evidence-based practice.