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- Prif leoliad
- Diabetes
- Gradd
- Band 6
- Contract
- Parhaol
- Oriau
- Rhan-amser - 22.5 awr yr wythnos
- Cyfeirnod y swydd
- 318-26-T0575
- Cyflogwr
- Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
- Math o gyflogwr
- NHS
- Gwefan
- Gloucestershire Royal Hospital
- Tref
- Gloucester
- Cyflog
- £39,959 - £48,117 (pa pro rata if part-time)
- Cyfnod cyflog
- Yn flynyddol
- Yn cau
- 06/09/2026 23:59
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Diabetes Specialist Midwife, Band 6
Band 6
At Gloucestershire Hospitals, our people are at the heart of everything we do. As the county’s largest employer, we are proud to provide high-quality acute, elective, and specialist services to more than 650,000 people across our county. Our care is delivered across Gloucestershire Royal, Cheltenham General and Stroud Maternity Hospital.
With over 9,000 employees representing more than 95 nationalities, bringing together a mix of cultures and experiences to the care that we deliver. Whether you’re beginning your NHS journey or looking to take the next step in your career, this is an exciting time to join us. We’re investing heavily in innovation, research, and transformation, with more than 100 active clinical studies and major developments underway across our hospitals.
We take pride in working as one team, driven by a shared ambition to grow, develop, and continually improve. Every contribution is valued and by combining our collective strengths, we support not only our diverse communities but one another. You can expect a warm, supportive culture and colleagues who are passionate about teamwork, professional development and delivering exceptional care. We offer structured development programmes, mentoring and leadership opportunities to help you progress in your career.
We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from a comprehensive package that includes flexible working opportunities, generous annual leave, the NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, local discounts, access to on-site nurseries, reduced public transport costs, reward and recognition schemes and a wide range of health and wellbeing initiatives.
Be part of Gloucestershire Hospitals, explore your future with us today.
Trosolwg o'r swydd
Diabetes Specialist Midwife, Band 6 (22.5 hours a week)
The Diabetes Team at Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust provides specialist care for women across Gloucestershire with diabetes in pregnancy. The service supports women in achieving optimal glycaemic control throughout pregnancy, with the aim of improving maternal and neonatal outcomes and promoting a positive pregnancy experience.
The post holder will work as part of a dynamic and highly motivated multidisciplinary team, building on the achievements of the existing service. Key responsibilities will include the day-to-day review and management of blood glucose levels, supporting the Lead Diabetes Specialist Midwife (DSM) in the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based care, and contributing to the education and training of the wider maternity workforce.
The role also involves supporting clinical audit activities, service development initiatives and implementation of national recommendations and best practice standards. Clinical activity will include remote reviews, specialist inpatient consultations, and attendance within maternity outpatient services. The successful candidate will be supported to further develop specialist knowledge and skills within this rewarding area of practice.
Prif ddyletswyddau'r swydd
Experienced registered midwife with a sound understanding of the management of complex pregnancies and the impact these can have on care planning, clinical decision-making and maternal wellbeing. Able to assess, prioritise and escalate concerns appropriately, demonstrating strong clinical judgement and professional accountability.
The post holder will possess excellent communication and interpersonal skills, a commitment to maintaining high standards of clinical care, and enthusiasm for continuous professional development. They will demonstrate a willingness to share knowledge, support colleagues, contribute to service improvement initiatives and promote safe, evidence-based practice.
Gweithio i'n sefydliad
We take pride in placing people at the centre of everything we do, working together as a united team. Driven by a shared ambition to continually grow, develop, and learn, we recognise and value every contribution. By combining our experience and skills, we not only support our vibrant, diverse communities, but also support one another.
With a team of over 9,000 employees, we are proud to be the largest employer in Gloucestershire and rank among the top 10 largest Trusts in the South West region. By joining our Trust, you will benefit from an excellent package that includes exclusive benefits, flexible working opportunities and the chance to gain valuable experience in one or both of our innovative hospitals.
As well as generous annual leave allowance, you will have access to the excellent NHS pension scheme, competitive bank rates, discounts at local shops and restaurants, access to two on-site nurseries, discounted public transport, reward and recognition and a range of health and wellbeing initiatives to support you.
Swydd-ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl
Clinical Responsibilities/Key Responsibilities
- Develop specialist knowledge and skills to provide high-quality, evidence-based and compassionate care for women with diabetes during pregnancy.
- Promote a proactive approach to diabetes management within maternity services through the development of clinical, leadership and management skills.
- Act as a specialist resource for the wider maternity workforce, supporting colleagues in the management of diabetes in pregnancy.
- Develop an advanced understanding of diabetes treatments used during pregnancy and provide appropriate advice and support to women regarding recommended management plans, under the guidance of the Lead DSM, Diabetes Specialist Nurses and Consultant Endocrinologists.
- Contribute to the design, delivery and evaluation of education programmes and study days relating to diabetes in pregnancy.
- Participate in multidisciplinary antenatal clinics, providing clinical updates and supporting recommendations for individualised care planning.
- Support the Lead Diabetes Specialist Midwife in maintaining and continuously improving standards of care for women with diabetes in pregnancy.
- Provide specialist advice and support to women with gestational diabetes and pre-existing diabetes.
- Contribute to data collection, audit activity and monitoring of key performance indicators relevant to diabetes in pregnancy.
- Demonstrate understanding of the Saving Babies’ Lives Care Bundle and support implementation of recommendations relating to women with pre-existing diabetes.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of national and local guidelines, policies and recommendations relating to diabetes in pregnancy.
- Support women who experience vulnerabilities or health inequalities, ensuring equitable access to high-quality maternity care.
- Review antenatal and postnatal inpatients, either face-to-face or remotely, providing specialist advice to support safe diabetes management.
- Participate in the review of incidents, complaints and investigations, contributing to resolution, shared learning and service improvement.
Please review the attached Job Description for further details.
Manyleb y person
Qualifications and Training
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Registered Midwife
Meini prawf dymunol
- Further study relating to diabetes in pregnancy
Knowledge and Skills
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Understanding of gestational diabetes and the impact on pregnancy
- Good level of computer literacy with ability to learn new systems
- Ability to deliver educational information to MDT effectively
Meini prawf dymunol
- Understanding of pre-existing diabetes and the impact on pregnancy and vice versa
Clinical/Experience
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Experienced midwife (substantial experience)
- Understanding relevance of scan findings and how this may impact care
Meini prawf dymunol
- Experience of looking after women with gestational diabetes
Personal Attributes
Meini prawf hanfodol
- Enthusiastic and positive
- Approachable (for both staff and patients)
- Desire to learn and develop
- Excellent organisational skills and good time keeping
Gofynion ymgeisio
Rhaid i chi gael cofrestriad proffesiynol priodol yn y DU.
Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.
Dogfennau i'w lawrlwytho
Rhagor o fanylion / cyswllt ar gyfer ymweliadau anffurfiol
- Enw
- Collette Townsend
- Teitl y swydd
- Maternity Matron
- Cyfeiriad ebost
- [email protected]
- Rhif ffôn
- 0300 422 5168
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