Midwifery led unit and homebirth midwife

County Durham & Darlington NHS Foundation Trust

Midwifery Led Unit and Homebirth Midwife

The closing date is 13 July 2026

We are looking for experienced Band 6 registered midwives who are enthusiastic and skilled individuals passionate about promoting midwifery led care and providing low‑risk care in a variety of settings. As a midwife on our Midwifery Led Unit and Home Birth Teams, you will have the opportunity to make a positive impact in the lives of countless families, guiding them through the incredible journey of childbirth. With continuously improving services and facilities and a supportive work environment, we offer a platform to enhance your skills and knowledge. Join us in this fulfilling role, where every day brings new joys and challenges, and be a part of our mission to deliver safe, supported and compassionate care.

Main duties of the job

• Assess and advise on the needs of women, birthing people, partners, families and carers, providing emotional support throughout pregnancy and postnatal care.
• Plan, deliver and evaluate standards of evidence‑based midwifery care.
• Support women and birthing people in both the midwifery led unit and home environments.
• Recognise deterioration in the physical or mental condition of a patient, taking appropriate action or escalating and managing emergencies.
• Assist community midwives with day‑to‑day activities during times of high acuity.

Qualifications

• Registered midwife with valid NMC registration.
• Have completed an approved mentorship course.
• Professional Midwifery Advocate.

Experience

• Band 6 midwife with at least 1 year of experience providing intrapartum care.
• Experience providing intrapartum care in the home.

Statutory Registration

• Must be a NMC registrant.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and requires a submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous convictions.

EEO Statement

We particularly welcome applications from disabled and Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates as BAME and disabled people are currently under‑represented.

Location and Salary

Location: County Durham and Darlington area. Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 per annum (pro rata).