Midwifery Practitioner(UK Visa Sponsorship)

Job Description

About the Opportunity

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is inviting applications from motivated and compassionate Midwifery Practitioners to join its community midwifery service.

Based primarily at King’s Mill Hospital, the successful candidate will support families across the communities of Mansfield, Ashfield, Newark, and Sherwood. The role focuses on delivering high-quality, evidence-based maternity care to women throughout pregnancy, birth, and the postnatal period.

This is a rewarding position for midwives who are passionate about improving outcomes for mothers and babies while working in a supportive multidisciplinary environment.

About the Organisation

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides acute and community healthcare services for more than 420,000 residents across Nottinghamshire and neighbouring counties.

The Trust is widely recognised for its positive working culture and commitment to staff wellbeing. It has repeatedly been ranked among the best NHS trusts to work for in the East Midlands, and its flagship facility, King’s Mill Hospital, has received an “Outstanding” rating for care from the Care Quality Commission.

Key Responsibilities

As a Community Midwife, you will provide comprehensive maternity care and support women through every stage of their pregnancy journey. Responsibilities include:

• Delivering antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care for women in community settings
• Supporting both low-risk and high-risk pregnancies
• Conducting home visits, clinics, and community-based assessments
• Providing education and guidance to women and families on pregnancy, birth, and newborn care
• Collaborating with hospital maternity teams and other healthcare professionals
• Ensuring clinical decisions are guided by evidence-based practice and safety standards
• Maintaining accurate patient records and contributing to clinical governance processes
• Guidance on maternity services within the NHS 

Working Pattern

• 37.5 hours per week
• Flexible rota including on-call night shifts
• Community-based working across Mansfield, Sherwood, Ashfield, and Newark

Essential Qualifications

Applicants must demonstrate the following:

• Registered Midwife qualification
• Diploma or degree in Midwifery (or equivalent)
• Current professional registration with the Nursing and Midwifery Council
• Evidence of ongoing professional development
• At least two years of post-registration midwifery experience
• Information about registering as a midwife in the UK is available

Desirable Skills and Training

The Trust welcomes candidates who have additional professional development such as:

• Neonatal Life Support (NLS) or Advanced Life Support (ALS) training
• PROMPT maternity emergency training
• NIPE (Newborn and Infant Physical Examination) qualification
• Leadership or mentoring training
• Experience working across a range of maternity settings
• Knowledge of safeguarding procedures and experience supporting vulnerable families is also beneficial.

Personal Attributes

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

• Compassionate and patient-centred care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong teamwork and collaboration
• Cultural awareness and respect for diversity
• Effective time management and ability to work independently when required

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work flexibly to support service needs
• Valid UK driving licence or ability to travel between community sites
• Compliance with Trust policies and clinical standards

All successful candidates will be required to complete a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Information about DBS checks

Visa Sponsorship Information

Not every role within the Trust is eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants should review the UK Skilled Worker visa eligibility list for healthcare roles before applying.

Commitment to Inclusion

Sherwood Forest Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. Applications are particularly welcomed from individuals from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities and disabled candidates, reflecting the diversity of the populations served.

Important Application Guidance

Applicants should ensure that all information provided in their application is accurate and reflects their own experience and qualifications. While digital tools may assist in preparing applications, submissions must remain truthful and authentic.

Only applications submitted through the official recruitment system before the deadline will be considered.