Job summaryAn exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 7 Practice Development Midwife (PDM) to join our team.As a PDM you will be responsible for advancing and enhancing the quality of care within Maternity.The role involves designing, implementing, and evaluating educational and developmental programmes for midwives and other healthcare professionals to improve clinical practices and patient outcomes.The PDM team plays a vital role in advancing the knowledge, skills, and practices of midwives, ultimately improving the quality of care provided to service users and their familiesFull-time and part time positions are available. Flexible working applications are welcome.Main duties of the jobSome of the main duties of the job include:Develop curriculum, training materials, and resources to enhance clinical skills and knowledge.Stay updated on the latest evidence-based practices in midwifery.Develop and update clinical guidelines and standards to ensure adherence to best practices.Conduct training sessions and workshops for midwives to improve their clinical competencies.Provide ongoing professional development opportunities to enhance the skills of the maternity care team.Collaborate with healthcare teams to identify areas for improvement in maternity careImplement quality improvement initiatives to enhance patient safety and satisfaction.Engage in research activities to contribute to the advancement of midwifery practices.Integrate innovative approaches and technologies into clinical care as appropriate.Provide mentorship and support to midwives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.Address challenges and concerns related to clinical practices through guidance and coaching.Work closely the lead midwife for education, education team members and other healthcare professionals, including obstetricians, nurses, and administrators.About usThere has never been a more exciting time to join West Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust! Major redevelopment works are planned as part of the New Hospital Programme. These will be most dramatic at Watford General Hospital where up to 90% of buildings will be new.The trust has recently gained 'teaching hospital' status which reflects the dedicated work of many teams and individuals who have set the standard for delivering high quality training, learning and education at all levels of the workforce.We are a flexible working employerAt West Herts we recognise the importance of a good work life balance and the ability to work flexibly. We are delighted to offer a variety of flexible working options for all staff. Please check out our web page for more information.https://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk/flexibleworking/We encourage and welcome people with disabilities. If you need help, please ask.We reserve the right to close this advert early due to the volume of applicants. Please apply as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.If you do not hear back within 3 weeks of your application, please assume you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesCollaborate with external organisations and institutions to share best practices and promote collaborative learningAnalyse data related to clinical outcomes and performance metrics.Prepare and present reports to highlight achievements and areas for improvement.Develop educational materials for expectant mothers and their families.Ensure that patients are well-informed about their care and have a positive birthing experience.Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and guidelinesCommunicate the outcome of training needs analysis, CPD planning and aspects of programme enrolment to staff.Organise, plan and implementing Maternity Education Training to MDTPromote continuous professional development for staff and be able to signpost to relevant staff/agencies as requiredSupport delivery of onboarding of new starters and provide efficient and effective inductions, liaising with the lead midwife for recruitment/ recruitment and onboarding teamPerson SpecificationEducation and qualificationsEssentialRegistered Midwife with a UK NMC PinSSSA/Mentorship qualificationEvidence of continuing professional developmentDesirablePGCertKnowledgeEssentialKnowledge of educational standards and practiceUnderstanding of the principles of teaching and learning and their application within the practice settingDesirableUnderstanding and knowledge of curriculum design and developmentAwareness of MIS/ Core competency framework and other local, regional and national initiativesKnowledge of a variety of teaching methodsExperienceEssentialSubstantial post registration experience, with evidence of working in all areas of maternityDesirableExperience teaching in variety of settingsAble to present articulately to large groups of peopleSkills and abilityEssentialExcellent time management and organisational skillsExcellent verbal, written, interpersonal & communication skillsProficient in venepuncture, cannulation, perineal suturing and episiotomyAbility to give effective feedback and feedforward to maternity staffAble to assess competence and level of understanding.Demonstrates leadership skills.Demonstrates understanding of PDM role and able to recognise when to escalate to PDM LeadAbility to co-ordinate & liaise within a multidisciplinary teamAbility to prioritise workloadExcellent interpersonal and customer care skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills.IT/Computer literateDisclosure and Barring Service CheckThis 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.Certificate of SponsorshipApplications 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).UK RegistrationApplicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).Employer detailsEmployer nameWest Hertfordshire Teaching Hospitals NHS TrustAddressWatford General HospitalWatford General HospitalWatfordWD18 0HBEmployer's websitehttp://www.westhertshospitals.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)