Band 6 Midwife in ANCNHS

Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for motivated and enthusiastic midwives to join our Antenatal Clinic Team on Musgrove site. Our ANC plays a vital role in supporting birthing people in pregnancy, providing both routine and specialist care within a multidisciplinary setting. We are seeking a midwife who is committed to delivering safe, effective and compassionate care, while promoting personalised care and positive outcomes for birthing people. The successful candidate will work closely with obstetricians, specialist midwives, sonographers, anaesthetists and other healthcare professionals to provide high-quality, evidence-based antenatal care. The role includes antenatal assessment, foetal wellbeing surveillance, screening and referral pathways, obstetric clinic support, care planning and coordination of services for individuals with a wide range of clinical and social needs. This is a varied and rewarding role requiring excellent clinical judgement, communication skills and the ability to work both autonomously and as part of a wider team. The post holder will contribute to the delivery of safe care while supporting service development and quality improvement initiatives. We are committed to supporting professional development and welcome applications from midwives who are passionate about advancing their clinical expertise and helping shape the future of antenatal services.

Main duties of the job

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality antenatal care and assessment.
• Undertake antenatal screening, blood sampling and follow-up of results.
• Support the running of specialist obstetric and multidisciplinary clinics.
• Coordinate referrals to fetal medicine, specialist services and community teams.
• Carry out clinical assessments including:
• Blood pressure monitoring and pre-eclampsia screening
• CTG monitoring
• Pre-operative assessments
• Intravenous therapies
• Triage support where required
• Offer information, education and support to women and their families.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation.
• Work collaboratively within the multidisciplinary team to ensure safe and effective care.

What We Are Looking For

• A registered Midwife with current NMC registration.
• Able to work independently and prioritise workload effectively.
• An excellent communicator with strong organisational skills.
• Committed to continuous professional development and service improvement.
• Enthusiastic about supporting students, newly qualified staff and colleagues.

Essential Requirements

• NMC Registered Midwife.
• Completion of preceptorship.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development.

We offer:

• A supportive and friendly antenatal team.
• Opportunities to develop specialist interests, including complex maternal medicine and multiple pregnancy care.
• Dedicated professional development opportunities.
• A commitment to innovation, quality improvement and evidence-based practice.

Job description

The Antenatal Clinic Team at Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an enthusiastic and motivated Band 6 Midwife to provide high-quality, safe and personalised care to birthing people and their families throughout pregnancy.

The successful candidate will work as part of a multidisciplinary team delivering routine and specialist antenatal care across a range of pathways. The role involves undertaking comprehensive antenatal assessments, supporting fetal wellbeing surveillance, coordinating investigations and referrals, facilitating screening programmes, and contributing to the planning and delivery of individualised care.

Working closely with obstetricians, specialist midwives, sonographers, anaesthetists and other healthcare professionals, the post holder will support the management of birthing people with both uncomplicated and complex pregnancies. The role includes participation in consultant-led and specialist clinics, supporting care pathways for maternal medical conditions, multiple pregnancies, fetal concerns and other high-risk pregnancy conditions.

The post holder will be expected to demonstrate excellent clinical judgement, effective communication skills and the ability to work autonomously while contributing positively to the wider maternity team. They will act as an advocate for birthing people, ensuring care is delivered respectfully, compassionately and in accordance with current evidence, national guidance and local policies.

In addition to clinical responsibilities, the successful candidate will contribute to service development, quality improvement initiatives, audit activity and the implementation of best practice guidance. The role also includes supporting the education and development of student midwives, newly qualified midwives and other members of the multidisciplinary team.

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced midwife wishing to develop their knowledge and skills within a specialist antenatal setting while contributing to the delivery of safe, inclusive and person-centred maternity care. The successful candidate will join a supportive and forward-thinking team committed to improving outcomes and experiences for birthing people, babies and families across Somerset.

About us

At Somerset NHS Foundation Trust, we're committed to supporting our employees with a range of benefits designed to enhance your professional and personal life. We offer:

• Flexible working options to help you balance work and life
• NHS pension scheme for long-term financial security
• Generous annual leave allowance to recharge and relax
• A strong focus on career development to help you grow and achieve your potential

Additionally, you'll gain access to our Blue Light Card, unlocking exclusive discounts on shopping, dining, and leisure activities, as well as NHS-specific perks to support you both inside and outside of work.

We are proud to foster a diverse, skilled, and inclusive workforce, and we encourage applications from all backgrounds.

Why Somerset? Somerset offers the perfect blend of idyllic countryside, outstanding areas of natural beauty, and breathtaking coastlines, with vibrant cities like Bristol, Bath, and Exeter just a short drive away - and only two hours to London.

The region is home to excellent educational facilities, and with affordable housing compared to other parts of the country, it's a great place to build both your career and your future.

Somerset truly has it all - the peaceful countryside and cosmopolitan city life, with something for everyone to enjoy.