Overview
Specialist Midwife in Maternal Medicine - Midwifery Band 7 - Permanent
St George's Hospital maternity unit provides care to over 5000 women. The unit is a tertiary centre with multiple services and professional development opportunities. The midwives promote holistic, woman-centred care to the diverse local community and women and families referred to St George's Hospital for care.
Our enthusiastic midwifery, obstetric and anaesthetic teams work collaboratively to meet the needs of women from a wide range of social and cultural backgrounds. The team supports normal pregnancy and birth experiences while excelling in care for women requiring more intensive support. The unit offers a midwife-led birth centre and maintains a low Caesarean section rate compared with other London teaching hospitals.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced, dynamic and motivated midwife who cares for women with complex medical conditions to join our Maternal Medicine team. The successful applicant will work in partnership with the Maternal Medicine team and the multidisciplinary team.
Key responsibilities
* Provide direct clinical care for women with complex medical conditions in conjunction with the Maternal Medicine consultants, Diabetes specialist Midwives and wider Specialist teams.
* Work closely with women to plan and coordinate care based on individual needs.
* Demonstrate evidence of experience in Maternal Medicine and undertake relevant training.
* Demonstrate clinical leadership, be resourceful and able to work autonomously in a highly demanding environment.
Main duties of the job: We are seeking a motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills who is passionate about working within an evolving team that delivers excellent care for our complex women.
This post is a permanent contract and full-time; part-time or job share/alternative hours may be considered on request. In addition to the orientation programme, there are opportunities for in-service training, development of special interests, and excellent career prospects.
About us
St George's, Epsom and St Helier University Hospitals and Health Group cares for a population of four million people in South West London and North East Surrey. Our sites include St George's Hospital, St Helier Hospital, Queen Mary's Hospital for Children, and Epsom Hospital. The Trusts collaborate to support research, education and training of our 17,000-strong workforce.
Details
Date posted: 10 October 2025
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £56,276 to £63,176 a year incl inner HCAs
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time (part-time and job shares/alternative hours may be considered on request)
Reference number: 200-7439851-GO-SMB
Job location: St George's University Hospital, Blackshaw Road, Tooting, SW17 0QT
Job description
Please see the attached job description for the person specification and further information about the role. Ensure you meet the person specification and that your supporting statement reflects these criteria.
Person Specification
Education and Experience
* Registered Midwife educated to degree level
* Established clinical experience and knowledge in high risk/complex pregnancy/maternal medicine
* Experience in all areas of midwifery post preceptorship
* Mentorship/SSSA trained
Desirable
* Masters in ACP or working towards
* Completed course in relevant topic
Leadership
* Experience of leadership roles
Desirable
* Evidence of implementing a change in practice
Disclosure and Registration
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a Disclosure to be submitted to the DBS to check for any previous convictions. Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
Employer details
Employer: St George's University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: St George's University Hospital, Blackshaw Road, Tooting, SW17 0QT
Employer's website: https://www.stgeorges.nhs.uk/
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