Preterm Birth Specialist Midwife inTunbridge Wells inTunbridge Wells PUBLISHED 17 OCT 2024
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Preterm birth (PTB) is defined as delivery at less than 37+0 week's gestation, and is a common complication of pregnancy comprising around 8% of births in England and Wales. It is the most important single determinant of adverse infant outcome with regards to survival and quality of life.
Babies born preterm have high rates of early, late, and post-neonatal mortality and morbidity and contributes to an estimated to cost health services in England and Wales of £3.4bn per year.
The Preterm Birth Midwife will work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, and will play a key role in co-ordinating the care and support of women who are at increased risk of preterm labour, with suspected or confirmed preterm labour, or having a planned preterm birth (i.e. due to fetal growth restriction, preeclampsia or other clinical reason).
The Preterm Birth Midwife will participate actively in local and regional networks, teaching and research to improve education and implementation of Preterm Birth pathway. They will also work closely with the MVP & parents' network to co-design services to ensure that pathways are supportive and equitable for women and families accessing maternity care at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
This is a key role in developing and maintaining our preterm birth service ensuring the continued high standard of care for women.
The successful candidate will have in depth knowledge of current local, regional and national agendas, including published reports and guidance in relation to reducing preterm birth.
The post holder will develop expert knowledge of preterm pregnancy management options including the pros and cons of prophylactic vaginal progesterone or cervical cerclage procedures, services and support. And will be responsible for the management of individualised care of a defined group of mothers and babies using the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating process within a multidisciplinary framework.
Further In-depth breakdown of responsibilities is included within the JD.
About usOnce your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at
Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK ( www.jobsincare.com/job/jbnsqWOk
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible
Preterm birth (PTB) is defined as delivery at less than 37+0 week's gestation, and is a common complication of pregnancy comprising around 8% of births in England and Wales. It is the most important single determinant of adverse infant outcome with regards to survival and quality of life.
Babies born preterm have high rates of early, late, and post-neonatal mortality and morbidity and contributes to an estimated to cost health services in England and Wales of £3.4bn per year.
The Preterm Birth Midwife will work collaboratively as part of a multidisciplinary team, and will play a key role in co-ordinating the care and support of women who are at increased risk of preterm labour, with suspected or confirmed preterm labour, or having a planned preterm birth (i.e. due to fetal growth restriction, preeclampsia or other clinical reason).
The Preterm Birth Midwife will participate actively in local and regional networks, teaching and research to improve education and implementation of Preterm Birth pathway. They will also work closely with the MVP & parents' network to co-design services to ensure that pathways are supportive and equitable for women and families accessing maternity care at Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust.
This is a key role in developing and maintaining our preterm birth service ensuring the continued high standard of care for women.
The successful candidate will have in depth knowledge of current local, regional and national agendas, including published reports and guidance in relation to reducing preterm birth.
The post holder will develop expert knowledge of preterm pregnancy management options including the pros and cons of prophylactic vaginal progesterone or cervical cerclage procedures, services and support. And will be responsible for the management of individualised care of a defined group of mothers and babies using the assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating process within a multidisciplinary framework.
Further In-depth breakdown of responsibilities is included within the JD.
About us
Once your pre-employment checks have been completed you will be contacted by Recruitment to arrange your start date which will be in line with one of our Corporate Inductions.
Following your Corporate Induction you will be expected to attend the Trusts 2-week Induction Programme for RNs, NAs, RMs, ODPs and Paramedics. The programme is full-time (please this is problematic) and will involve travel to both Trust sites. The programme includes supernumerary shifts in the clinical area, classroom-based sessions and e-learning.
Please note that appointment to this post will be subject to a satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service Check at
Enhanced Level. (Enhanced level now includes regulated checks against vulnerable adults and children)
At MTW, we seek to develop a culture where everyone can reach their full potential with opportunities to grow and develop their career. We recognise and value the unique contributions that each of our staff bring, delivering the best quality care and service to our patients. We are committed to being a diverse employer and strive to reflect everyone in our local communities. We welcome applications from people of diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences and celebrate the diversity of thought, viewpoints and ideas that will make our Trust the best place to work.
We support our staff with disabilities to ensure they have the adjustments they need to be the best they can be in the workplace. Collaborating with Access to Work means that our staff are assessed by experts in the workplace and we ensure that their recommendations are implemented as quickly as possible. You can find out more here: Access to Work: get support if you have a disability or health condition: What Access to Work is - GOV.UK ( www.jobsincare.com/job/jbnsqWOk
Interview Date: To be confirmed
Please note that this role may often attract a high level of applications. Please note this role may close earlier than the original closing date so please ensure you submit your application as soon as possible
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