Job summary
Do you want to work in an organisation that values you as an individual? In a team that provides multi-disciplinary support, encourages your development and values your contribution? Then University Hospitals of Leicester is the organisation for you.

Successful candidates will be provided with support from our recruitment and retention team with orientation to all clinical areas with the option of core positions following completion of the preceptorship package.

Band 5 newly qualified midwives will benefit from our extensive preceptorship programme, in line with the National Preceptorship Framework standards (2023) providing a firm foundation in starting your journey into midwifery. Preceptorship programmes can be personalised to suit individuals needs and wishes to incorporate rotations between the hospital and community.

Full and part time hours are available and we actively promote flexible working hours to enable you to balance your work and home life.

Main duties of the job
We would love for you to join our team where you will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team in an environment that is supportive and empowering. You will be expected to fulfil the role of a midwife defined by the Nursing and Midwifery Council upholding high standards of quality evidence based care.

You will work autonomously alongside the multi-disciplinary team to plan, implement and review ongoing holistic care to women in the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal periods.

You will need skills of prioritisation, knowledge of local guidelines and policies to inform your practice, be flexible, adaptable and advocate for women, birthing people and families to ensure safe and effective care is provided.

Leicester maternity services provide safe, high quality care and encourage innovation and development from all staff. We pride ourselves on staff engagement and actively encourage a safe working environment where staff feel safe to speak up and raise concerns.

About us
Our new strategy, developed with the support and feedback of colleagues, patients, and partners, is our compass for the next seven years (2023-2030).

We have four primary goals:

• high-quality care for all,
• being a great place to work,
• partnerships for impact, and
• research and education excellence

And we will embed health equality in all we do - taking active steps to reduce the avoidable differences in healthcare that some people face, working in partnership with communities.

Our strategy is underpinned by new values and we will work to ensure they are an everyday reality for all:

• we are compassionate,
• we are proud,
• we are inclusive, and
• we are one team

This is an exciting moment as we look to the future with clarity on what we already do well and where we need to focus our energies to make an even bigger difference for the people we serve.

About the University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust:
Apply through our website

Job responsibilities
To consolidate the theory and practice acquired during midwifery training in order to maintain a high standard of midwifery care at all times with the support of the multidisciplinary team around you.

You will be facilitated to acquire additional competencies in preparation to become a band 6 midwife through the support of colleagues and your own initiative and proactivity.

Please see job description/person specification for further details on the role.

Person Specification
Education/Qualification
Essential

• Registered Midwife with NMC PIN and 12+ months experience
• Has completed a Preceptorship programme and is competent with core clinical skills
• Studied at degree level or higher (or diploma with relevant equivalent clinical experience)

Desirable

• Evidence of continued professional development

Knowledge and experience
Essential

• Knowledge of developments in midwifery and comprehension of current practice
• Experience working within all relevant clinical environments in maternity
• Knowledge of up to date guidelines and policies guiding clinical practice

Desirable

• Research Audit awareness
• Training and experience of supervision of students in line with NMC SSSA guidance

Personal Capabilities
Essential

• Enthusiastic, positive and motivated
• Assertive and competent
• Recognition of own limitations
• Demonstrates commitment to develop self and others
• Able to reflect upon feedback in order to improve practice
• Able to work as part of a team
• Able to minimise conflict and conduct professional relationships

Desirable

• Flexible approach to meet the needs of the service

Skills and Abilities
Essential

• A good standard of verbal and written English to enable effective communication
• Upholds a high standard of midwifery care
• Understands clinical risk and quality issues within the NHS
• Competent at initiating and managing emergency scenarios in maternity such as PPH, neonatal resuscitation and shoulder dystocia
• Computer literate
• Ability to work on own initiative/prioritise and manage own time

Desirable

• Evidence of range of communication skills
• Physical examination of the newborn (NIPE)
• Advanced skills including perineal suturing, venepuncture, cannulation, drug administration
• Took part in skills drills with the MDT for training purposes in emergency situations

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Essential

• Able to demonstrate a commitment to and understanding of the importance of treating all individuals with dignity and respect appropriate to their individual needs.
• All staff are expected to engage in compassionate and inclusive leadership in the provision of high quality care and interactions with others

Commitment to Trust Values and Behaviours
Essential

• Must be able to demonstrate behaviours consistent with the Trust's Values and Behaviours

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 (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name: University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust
Address: Cross site - LGH, LRI and community, Leicester, LE1 5WW, United Kingdom
Employer's website: Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact: Recruitment, Retention and Pastoral Care Midwife, Hannah Freeland, hannah.freeland1@nhs.net, 07773130609

Details
Date posted: 24 September 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £32,073 to £48,117 a year
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Full-time, Part-time
Reference number: 358-8292107-W&C
Job locations: Cross site - LGH, LRI and community, Leicester, LE1 5WW, United Kingdom