Midwife
At a glance
- Band
- Band 6
- Contract
- Permanent
- Pattern
- Full-time
- Posted
- 10/09/2026
- Closes
- 24/09/2026
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Role summary
This role is for a passionate and motivated Band 6 Community Midwife to provide high-quality, personalised care to women, babies, and families within the community setting. You will manage a caseload, promote informed choice, and work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team. The position involves undertaking assessments, escalating concerns, and contributing to health promotion activities. The Trust offers professional development opportunities and a supportive team environment.
Essential criteria
- NMC Registered
- Completed Preceptorship programme or equivalent
- Proven evidence of Continuing Professional Development
Desirable criteria
- Proven evidence of continued appropriate studies
- Mentorship course
- Knowledge & Experience
- Understands Risk Management and Complaints procedures
- Up to date with the NHS Agenda, national directives and all Governance aspects
- Demonstrable experience of staff development and performance management
- IT skills
- Aptitude & Abilities
- Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels
- Effective influencing skills: in general and with senior health care professionals
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
- NMC Registered
- Completed Preceptorship programme or equivalent
- Proven evidence of Continuing Professional Development
- Proven evidence of continued appropriate studies
- Mentorship course
- Knowledge & Experience
- Understands Risk Management and Complaints procedures
- Up to date with the NHS Agenda, national directives and all Governance aspects
- Demonstrable experience of staff development and performance management
- IT skills
- Aptitude & Abilities
- Good communication skills, written and verbal, with ability to demonstrate fluency, clarity and effectiveness at all levels
- Effective influencing skills: in general and with senior health care professionals
- Attention to detail
- Leadership skills
Useful to know
Agenda for Change 2024/25 pays Band 6 at £37,338 – £44,962 a year, across England.
This advert: £39,959 – £48,117 — outside the standard scale; check for HCAS/London weighting.
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University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Midwife
The closing date is 24 September 2026
Job summary
Are you a passionate and motivated experienced midwife looking to make a genuine difference to the lives of women, babies and families in the community? We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated Band 6 Community Midwife to join our friendly, supportive and forward-thinking team.
Located on the doorstep of the stunning Dartmoor National Park and close to Devon's beautiful coastline, University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust is a Level 3 maternity unit providing care for approximately 3,400 women each year.
As a Community Midwife, you will provide high-quality, personalised care throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period, working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver safe, compassionate and woman-centred care. You will support women and families to achieve the best possible outcomes while promoting informed choice and continuity of care.
We are committed to supporting your professional development and wellbeing. Successful applicants will receive an individualised induction programme tailored to their experience, alongside dedicated PMA support, a named Band 7 line manager and opportunities to further develop their skills and reach their full potential.
Join us and make a meaningful impact within the communities we serve.
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