Job summary
- Main area
- Neonates
- Grade
- NHS AfC: Band 6
- Contract
- Fixed term: 8 months (Maternity cover)
- Hours
- Part time - 34.5 hours per week (various hours available, rotational shifts)
- Job ref
- 209-A-25-7541293
- Employer
- East Cheshire NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Macclesfield District
- Town
- Victoria Road, Macclesfield
- Salary
- £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 16/11/2025 23:59
Employer heading
 
	
Neonatal Nurse / Midwife - Band 6
NHS AfC: Band 6
It is all about the people at East Cheshire NHS Trust. We have a real sense of community, and our values are truly embedded into everything we do, ensuring we are a great and inclusive place to work. You will be supported, developed and empowered throughout your career with us. Come and join us, where you can play your part in helping us deliver outstanding care and improving the health of all the people we serve.
Job overview
**Subject to job matching**
We are looking for an adaptable individual who has excellent interpersonal skills, works well as part of the multi-disciplinary team, and has an ability to work under pressure, whilst moving the services forward. If this sounds like you, we invite you to join our dynamic, friendly, and supportive team.
With the NHS Peoples Promise at the heart of our ethos we pride ourselves on being a small inclusive unit with a positive and compassionate culture.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking neonatal team. We are proud of our achievements at East Cheshire Trust, which set in the heart of the Cheshire countryside with easy access to the M6 motorway and Manchester. As a valued member of our neonatal unit you will be part of an innovative team that will help us to excel further to deliver our Trust objectives and values.
Hours per week: 34.50
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
The Neonatal Service at Macclesfield District General Hospital aims to provide a high quality, safe, family integrated care, which meets the holistic needs of infants and their families.
If you are passionate and committed to the development and application of high quality patient care, as we are, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Band 6 Nurse/Midwife to work on our 8 cot Neonatal Unit where we provide individualised care, delivering special/high dependency care and short term intensive care for sick and preterm newborns over 32 weeks gestation.
We also work in collaboration with the Maternity staff to care for babies requiring Transitional care on our Maternity ward.
The Neonatal Unit is integral to the Maternity Unit which delivers approx 1500 babies per year and is part of the pro-active Cheshire and Mersey Operational Delivery Network.
To be successful, you will possess excellent organizational, communication and team working skills, and the ability to deliver high quality holistic care with an emphasis on working in partnership with children and their families.
The successful candidate will work as shift lead supporting the band 5 Nurse/Midwife on shift and participate in shifts over a 24hr rota.
Essential qualifications:
Registered Nurse or Midwife
QIS (Qualified in Speciality)
Mentor Assessor
Working for our organisation
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.
We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.
Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.
Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Qualifications
Essential criteria
- NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration as Midwife / Nurse
- Mentor Assessor
- QIS (Qualified in Specialty)
Desirable criteria
- Degree
- Leadership course
- Management training
Knowledge & Skills
Essential criteria
- Extensive knowledge of neonatal nursing
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to manage the unit as a shift leader
Desirable criteria
- Evidence of advanced clinical skills
Experience
Essential criteria
- Experience in specialty
Desirable criteria
- Awareness of political issues affecting healthcare
Other Role Requirements
Essential criteria
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
Applicant requirements
You must have appropriate UK professional registration.
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Order 2020 and it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Documents to download
Further details / informal visits contact
- Name
- Rachel Bellingham
- Job title
- NNU manager
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07919340504
- Additional information
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