We have an opportunity for an experienced midwife to join our safeguarding team.
As the safeguarding support midwife you will be visible in all areas and be confident in giving advice and support to staff in relation to maternity safeguarding, by identifying risks and supporting staff to complete the appropriate referrals to Children’s Social Care and any necessary information sharing within safeguarding.
The post holder will implement good practice of national recommendations and guidance.
Provide safeguarding advice and support to staff in the organisation.
Facilitate some supervision and deliver safeguarding children’s training in line with Safeguarding Adult & Safeguarding Children Intercollegiate Document (2018 & 2019).
Chelsea and Westminster Hospital NHS Foundation Trust is one of England's top-performing and safest trusts. We operate two main acute hospital sites—Chelsea and Westminster Hospital and West Middlesex University Hospital—along with award-winning clinics across North West London.
Our nearly 7,500 staff care for a diverse population of 1.5 million, providing full clinical services, including maternity, A&E, and children’s services, plus specialist HIV and sexual health clinics. The Care Quality Commission rates us 'Good' in safety, effectiveness, care, and responsiveness, and 'Outstanding' in leadership and resource use.
We continually invest in our facilities, including a £30m expansion of critical care at Chelsea and Westminster and an £80m Ambulatory Diagnostic Centre at West Middlesex.
We are committed to equal opportunities and believe that diversity drives innovation and excellence. As part of our dedication to equity, we actively welcome applications from individuals from the global majority, veterans and underrepresented communities. We value the unique perspectives and experiences that diverse teams bring and are committed to creating an environment where all voices are heard, respected, and empowered to succeed."
If you haven’t heard from us within three weeks of the closing date, your application was likely unsuccessful. Employment is subject to a six-month probationary period.
Some roles may require weekend shifts at multiple sites.
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Sarah Green Job title: Consultant Midwife Public Health and Safeguarding Email address: sarah.green3@chelwest.nhs.uk Telephone number: 07771334490
Angela Horler, Matron for Antenatal Clinic, Community and Continuity
angela.horler@nhs.net
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