Antenatal and Newborn Screening Coordinator
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced professional to lead and coordinate the antenatal and newborn screening services within the Trust. This pivotal role ensures that all screening programmes are delivered in accordance with National Screening Committee (NSC) guidelines, national standards, and service specifications. You will provide expert advice, support women through positive screening results, and facilitate necessary diagnostic tests and decision-making, including the continuation or termination of pregnancy.
This is an exciting opportunity for a highly motivated individual to make a significant impact on the delivery of antenatal and newborn screening services, ensuring high standards of care and compliance with national guidelines.
You will work closely with a range of specialist centres and agencies to ensure continuous care throughout pregnancy and the postnatal period. Additionally, the role involves developing and updating policies and protocols, conducting audits, and reporting on programme performance. You will also be responsible for delivering training to staff, participating in quality assurance assessments, and managing screening incidents in line with national guidance.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be part of the multidisciplinary team supporting clients and staff involved in the delivery of the screening pathways, actively involved in monitoring their effectiveness, and providing clinical care and counselling where appropriate.
Responsibilities include developing screening policies, guidelines, and procedures; service redesign through local audits; and facilitating their implementation based on national guidance.
You will monitor performance data against national standards provided by Liverpool Women's NHS Foundation Trust (LWH) to support quality improvements and program adjustments as needed.
The role requires highly developed specialist knowledge and experience in antenatal and newborn screening to report and resolve quality and performance issues.
Education and training are key to ensure staff competence and confidence in managing existing and new screening pathways.
About us
Liverpool Women's NHS FT became part of NHS University Hospitals of Liverpool Group (UHLG) in November 2024, following integration with Liverpool University Hospitals NHS FT. UHLG aims to improve patient care.
UHLG employs over 16,800 colleagues, serving 630,000 people across Merseyside, providing general, emergency, and specialized services for over two million in the North West.
At Liverpool Women's Hospital, we deliver approximately 7,500 babies annually, perform around 50,000 gynaecological procedures, care for over 1,000 premature newborns, conduct about 1,000 IVF cycles, and hold over 4,000 genetic appointments.
We are committed to research and innovation, making us a leading health provider in Europe for women, babies, and families.
For roles at Liverpool University Hospitals, visit their careers page.
Note: UKVI guidelines prohibit sponsorship for all Band 2 posts. Many non-clinical posts are not eligible for sponsorship. Please consult UKVI guidance on Skilled Worker Visas to assess your eligibility if offered this role.
Job responsibilities
The post holder will support the multidisciplinary team in delivering and monitoring screening pathways, providing clinical care and counselling as needed.
Responsibilities include developing screening policies, guidelines, and procedures; conducting audits; and facilitating service improvements based on national standards.
Monitoring program performance through audits, statistics, regional meetings, QA visits, and self-assessments is essential.
You will prepare annual and quarterly reports as required by the Head of Midwifery, both locally and nationally.
The role demands highly developed specialist knowledge in antenatal and newborn screening to address quality and performance issues.
Education and training will be integral to ensure staff are competent and confident in managing screening pathways.
You will collaborate with internal and external agencies and user representatives to support service delivery.
Person Specification
Qualifications & Learning
* Current NMC Registration (Level 1 Midwifery)
* Degree in Midwifery or healthcare-related subject
* Mentorship qualification/equivalent and/or Practice Assessor training
* Management and leadership training
* Post-registration study in relevant areas (e.g., counselling, genetics, screening)
* Masters level education or working towards it
* Leadership qualities and awareness of health and social care policy
* Knowledge of best practices and professional issues in the field
* Ability to communicate complex, sensitive information effectively
* Competence in Microsoft Office
* Understanding of budget and financial systems
Experience
* Managing change and leading teams
* Understanding contemporary midwifery issues
* Innovative practice and clinical audit involvement
* Counselling skills
* Knowledge of data protection and IG issues
* Experience at Band 7 or previous management roles
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This role requires a Disclosure and Barring Service check due to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975.
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