Job overview
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This post is an exciting new opportunity for a midwife who will develop and support the Safeguarding agenda within the maternity services. This post will be based at Worthing. The post holder is responsible for ensuring that high standards of care are upheld at all times.
Working with the Named Midwife for Safeguarding, the post holder will take responsibility for ensuring Safeguarding processes are followed to ensure families receive high quality appropriate care.
Working in collaboration with the maternity team and external agencies the post holder will be expected to participate in care planning and assessment of the pregnant person and their families where there are Safeguarding concerns.
Please note: This role does not meet the minimum criteria for visa sponsorship under the current UK immigration rules, which set specific salary and skill thresholds. As such, we are unable to provide sponsorship for this post. Applicants will therefore need to already have the right to work in the UK to be considered. We include this information at the outset to provide clarity and avoid unnecessary inconvenience for applicants.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will work in collaboration between the Midwifery workforce and safeguarding teams working alongside external agencies, e.g. Substances misuse workers, Social Care and Health, Police, Criminal Justice, Mental Health, Domestic Violence, other support and voluntary agencies.
The post holder will work alongside the Named Midwife for Safeguarding to ensure that the pregnant person and their families with Safeguarding issues receive appropriate care, support, and guidance, by developing Midwifery Services to address the needs of this client group.
Working for our organisation
At UHSussex, diversity is our strength, and we want you to feel included to help us always deliver Excellent Care Everywhere, as shown in our Outstanding for Caring CQC rating. Your uniqueness and experiences will be part of our creative and innovative community where everyone is encouraged to succeed. We have a range of staff networks to help break down barriers, and can offer a buddy to help new members settle in. We’re proud to be a Disability Confident Employer (Level 3) and a Veteran Aware Trust.
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
1. Provide high quality, evidence-based care and advice to the pregnant person and families
2. Work in partnership with other health care professionals and liaise with other agencies involved in the provisions of maternity services and seek advice from the Named Midwife as required.
3. In conjunction with the Named Midwife for Safeguarding work closely with external agencies in care planning and assessment of the pregnant person and their families where there are safeguarding concerns
4. Deputise for the Named Midwife for Safeguarding when required
5. Engage in other public health initiatives and projects-especially in relation to improving outcomes for the pregnant person and their family with Safeguarding and/ or socially complex health concerns.
6. Contribute to pre-birth assessments and case conference as required ensuring effective sharing of information.
7. Support midwives to complete domestic abuse risk assessments and MARAC referrals when required and how to contact IDVA
Please see Job Description and Person Specification for full details.
Person specification
Experience/Qualifications
Essential criteria
8. Registered midwife with extensive experience
9. Experience of working with vulnerable mothers
10. Knowledge of safeguarding processes
11. Relevant degree level study
12. Post graduate level study in child protection / safeguarding
Desirable criteria
13. Master’s level in child protection or working towards.
Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion
Essential criteria
14. Evidence of having championed diversity in previous roles (as appropriate to role).
15. Evidence of having undertaken own development to improve understanding of equalities issues
Important information for applicants:
A Note on AI Use in Applications
We value the individuality and authenticity that each candidate brings to the application process. While AI tools are increasingly accessible, we strongly discourage their use in completing your application. Your responses should reflect your own voice, experiences, and motivations—elements that are essential to a fair and accurate evaluation.
Applications that rely heavily on AI-generated content may misrepresent your abilities and could result in your application being rejected. We encourage you to take the time to present your genuine self, as this helps us better understand your potential and ensures a transparent selection process.
Closing Adverts Early: In the event of exceptional interest, we may close adverts earlier than specified.
Some of our adverts are capped for a limited number of applications; therefore, the advert will close once the cap has been reached. We therefore encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible if you are interested in the position to prevent you from missing out on applying for the opportunity.
Flexible Working: If you would like to explore potential options regarding flexible working please speak with the appropriate recruiting/line manager.
DBS Checks: As part of our commitment to a safe working environment, we undertake a Disclosure and Barring Service check on all new employees where the role is eligible for a criminal record check. We make offers in line with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1975.
Skilled Worker Visa: Applications for Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome for the roles that meet the Visa and Immigrations eligibility criteria. For further information please visit the gov.uk website searching for Skilled Worker. It is your responsibility as the applicant to ensure that you meet this criteria.
UHSussex reserves the right to close the role early if we receive a high volume of applications