Project Support Midwife
Closing date: 21 April 2026.
Band 6, fixed term for 12 months, 22.5 hours per week, Worcester Maternity Hub.
An exciting opportunity to be a key member of the team supporting the Maternity Hub Manager, Matron and Directorate Manager in the ongoing development of the Maternity Hub at Worcestershire Royal Hospital.
Job Purpose
The Project Support Midwife (PSMW) will lead and support the ongoing development, improvement and operational enhancement of the Maternity Hub, encompassing the Antenatal Clinic, Day Assessment Unit and the Cathedral Community Midwives Team, ensuring high‑quality patient‑centred care through collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
Key Duties
Education & Training
* Act as a preceptor and role model for junior staff.
* Participate in teaching for all learners in accordance with their objectives.
* Provide support to student midwives.
* Maintain knowledge of current midwifery practice by reading relevant journals and attending study days, promoting research‑based practice.
* Organise and provide training programmes in accordance with the identified needs for the service.
* Participate in post‑registration training, as evidenced by developments in practice.
* Disseminate specialist knowledge to the multidisciplinary team.
Management
* Develop and expand the existing service.
* Inform and discuss with the Hub Manager any problems regarding management and/or care planning for clients accessing the service.
* Participate in audit programmes.
* Ensure safety, report accidents/incidents, and monitor the safe and effective use of all equipment and economic resources.
* Assist in other wards/departments of the maternity services if the clinical situation or staffing levels demand.
* Be conversant with Trust policies and procedures and mechanisms in place for effective care and efficient management of the service.
* Lead the design, planning and delivery of projects that support the growth and continuous improvement of the services provided by the Maternity Hub.
* Support the ongoing optimisation of clinic workflows, patient pathways, triage systems and appointment models.
* Collaborate with clinicians, midwives, administrative teams and the digital team to design efficient service models that improve patient experience and outcomes.
* Evaluate opportunities for digital integration, including electronic medical records, telehealth and patient engagement platforms.
* Plan departmental workload and support capacity and flow including staffing.
* Monitor service performance and user outcomes, identifying areas for improvement using an evidence‑based approach.
* Support the Directorate Manager in the compilation and presentation of any business cases.
Professional
* Maintain a professional attitude at all times, developing the role of the midwife in the best interest of women and the profession in accordance with Nursing & Midwifery Council and Midwives Rules.
* Maintain accurate and contemporaneous midwifery records, both written and electronic.
* Be aware of extended personal and professional development, attending courses and conferences relevant to the role of an experienced midwife.
* Maintain good standards of care and assist in the implementation of recommendations from Government and professional bodies.
* Participate in research projects where appropriate, reporting findings within a multi‑disciplinary framework.
* Implement research projects where appropriate.
* Be professionally accountable for one's own practice, acting in a professional manner at all times, abiding by the Midwives Rules and Codes of Practice and all other relevant NMC and Trust protocols and guidelines.
* Maintain and improve professional knowledge and competence in keeping with the NMC CPD standard, ensuring continued professional registration.
Personnel
* Participate in the selection and interviewing of junior staff within the ward/department.
* Participate in the devising and implementation of induction programmes for newly appointed staff.
* Investigate complaints and incidents.
* Provide training for less experienced staff.
* Adhere to Trust policies and guidelines.
* Design and implement policies, guidelines and SOPs reflecting any proposed service changes.
* Assist in resource planning, including staffing, considering skill mix and appropriate staffing levels.
Person Specification
Qualifications
* Registered Midwife.
* Evidence of further professional development.
* Experience in project management, public health or business administration.
Knowledge and Skills
* Continuous professional development.
* Evidence‑based practice.
* Review and update guidelines, protocols and standards.
* Make informed decisions.
* Prioritise workload.
* Work collaboratively.
* Knowledge of computerized maternity systems, particularly Badgernet.
* Experience of working/liaising with external agencies.
* Formulation and implementation of guidelines and policies.
* Project management tools (Microsoft Office, Project, Google Workspace, Teams).
Experience
* Proven experience in all areas of midwifery.
* Experience in the same/similar role.
* Quality improvement frameworks (e.g., PDSA cycles).
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and will require submission for Disclosure to the Disclosure and Barring Service to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Contact: Sarah Richmond, Maternity Hub Team Leader – 01905 733469 / 07935 702520 or sarah.richmond1@nhs.net
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