Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Midwife to join Harrogate Maternity Unit.

We are incredibly proud of our maternity service and we offer a high level of support to our midwives. We have a high level of staff satisfaction and a small, friendly and welcoming team.

Harrogate is a high performing maternity unit and we are seeking highly motivated individuals to contribute and develop the delivery of high quality, evidence-based midwifery.

This post includes rotational opportunities throughout the maternity service including inpatient areas and community which will be discussed with candidates at interview. We actively support you to develop and enhance your skills in all aspects of midwifery. The successful candidate should have a good understanding of the national agenda within maternity and a clear commitment to helping the trust achieve this.

Please note this role requires an NMC PIN and recent UK experience working at Band 6 level. OSCE training is not available

Main duties of the job
Our maternity department is responsible for providing all care to pregnant women and support for their families throughout the pregnancy and birth continuum. The department includes hospital and community based midwifery services.

Maternity Services provide care to pregnant women from the Harrogate and surrounding area including women who choose to deliver at Harrogate from Leeds, York and Ilkley.

You will be expected to work a range of hours and to cover on-call duties. Flexible working agreements are available from employment.

About us
At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.
• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference and Team of the Month Awards.
• Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.
• Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Details
Date posted: 28 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 421-PSC-4053S

Essential qualifications

• NMC registration
• Diploma/degree level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development
• Mentor preparation course/Practice Assessor training
• Evidence of essential clinical skills such as Intravenous administration, Cannulation, Perineal Suturing and CTG Interpretation

Desirable qualifications

• Professional Midwifery Advocate qualification
• Neonatal and Infant Physical Examination qualification

Essential experience

• Experience as an NMC-registered Midwife
• Evidence of completion of a successful preceptorship package
• Awareness of professional responsibilities
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment
• Evidence of recent UK experience working at the level of a Band 6 Midwife

Desirable experience

• Experience of working in a continuity of care model

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

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