Job summary
- Main area
- Women's and Children's Services
- Grade
- Band 7
- Contract
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full time
- Part time
- Flexible working
- Job ref
- 360-D-10097
- Employer
- West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
- Employer type
- NHS
- Site
- Watford General Hospital
- Town
- Watford
- Salary
- £48,270 - £54,931 per annum
- Salary period
- Yearly
- Closing
- 23/05/2025 23:59
Employer heading
Band 7 - Practice Development Midwife, Maternity
Band 7
Job overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Practice Development Midwife (PDM) to join our team.
As a PDM you will be responsible for advancing and enhancing the quality of care within Maternity by ensuring the provision of a robust and supportive training programme.
This is a busy and demanding role which comes with the support of a friendly and collaborative team.
Main duties of the job
Developing, supporting and delivering high quality training to maternity staff in line with national guidance, regional agreement, and local need.
Supporting the development and implementation of evidence-based clinical guidelines and standards.
Developing and delivering ward-based skills and drills training to midwives.
Supporting ward managers and matrons with skills assessment and training based on identified need.
Providing clinical and pastoral support to midwives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Onboarding new starters and supporting them through their orientation.
Providing managerial support to the unit as part of a bleep holding roster.
Supporting the wider education team.
Working for our organisation
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Develop curriculum, training materials and resources to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.
Stay updated on the latest evidence-based practices in midwifery.
Develop and update clinical guidelines and standards to ensure adherence to best practices.
Conduct training sessions and workshops for midwives to improve their clinical competencies.
Provide ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance the skills of the maternity care team.
Collaborate with healthcare teams to identify areas for improvement in maternity care.
Implement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.
Engage in research activities to contribute to the advancement of midwifery practices.
Integrate innovative approaches and technologies into clinical care as appropriate.
Provide mentorship and support to midwives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
Address challenges and concerns related to clinical practices through guidance and coaching.
Work closely the lead midwife for education, education team members and other healthcare professionals including obstetricians, nurses and administrators.
Person specification
Education and qualifications
Essential criteria
- Registered Midwife with a UK NMC Pin
- Educated to degree level or equivalent level of experience working in a midwifery role
- ENB 997 or equivalent, SSSA/Mentorship qualification
- Evidence of continuing professional development
Desirable criteria
- NLS trained
- PROMPT trainer
- MSc or willing to undertake
- Teaching qualification such as PGCE
Knowledge
Essential criteria
- Knowledge of clinical quality and safety strategies and implementation
- Up-to date and in-depth knowledge of current professional issues both locally and nationally
- Knowledge of NMC Rules and Code of Practice
- Understanding the use of evidence based practice
Desirable criteria
- Knowledge of national policies or drivers that underpin practice and staff development
Experience
Essential criteria
- Relevant experience as Band 6 or Band 7
- Recent Delivery Suite experience
- Sound clinical judgement
- Previous experience in audit or research
Desirable criteria
- Currently holds a similar role or previous experience in practice development / education / project planning
Employer certification / accreditation badges
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
- Sarah Puntis
- Job title
- Deputy Head of Maternity Governance and Assurance
- Email address
- [email protected]
- Telephone number
- 07388377814
If you have problems applying, contact
- Address
-
Watford General Hospital
Vicarage Road
Watford
Hertfordshire
WD18 0HB
- Telephone
- 01442 365233
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