Midwife

Esht; Hastings; On-site; GBP 38,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization in East Sussex is looking for passionate midwives to join their exceptional team. This role offers the chance to provide high-quality midwifery care for all patients, specifically in a supportive and innovative environment. Candidates should be committed team players with a track record in clinical settings. Responsibilities include working within a multidisciplinary team and ensuring safety and quality during care delivery. Excellent benefits and development opportunities are available.

Benefits

Staff development opportunities

NHS pension scheme

Access to on-site nurseries

Employee Assistance Programme

On-site parking

Qualifications

• Evidence of continued professional development.
• At least 1 year of clinical experience including use of cardiotocographs.
• Experience in undertaking project work.

Responsibilities

• Provide holistic and individualized care to women and birthing people.
• Work closely with a multidisciplinary team.
• Ensure safety and collaboration during care delivery.

Skills

Team collaboration

Effective interpersonal skills

Adaptable organizational skills

Understanding of child protection issues

Education

Registered midwife on the NMC register

Diploma-level qualification

IT literacy

Job description

Main area Maternity Grade NHS AfC: Band 6 Contract Permanent Hours Full time - 37.5 hours per week (Full and Part Port Hours available) Job ref 374-LL0146-A

Site Conquest Hospital Town Hastings Salary £38,682 - £46,580 per annum, pro rata Salary period Yearly Closing 27/01/2026 23:59

We are proud to provide ‘Outstanding’ care and be a great place to work.

East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust provides safe, compassionate and high quality hospital and community care to the half a million people living in East Sussex and those who visit our local area.

We are one of the largest organisations in East Sussex with an annual income of £700 million and we are the only integrated provider of acute and community care in Sussex.

Our extensive health services are provided by over 8,000+ dedicated members of staff working from two acute hospitals in Hastings and Eastbourneრი, three community hospitals في Bexhill, Rye and Uckfield, over 100 community sites across East Sussex, and in people’s own homes.

The Care Quality Commission (CQC) rated us as ‘Good’ overall, and ‘Outstanding’ for] - Being Caring and Effective. The Conquest Hospital in Hassan and our Community Services were rated ‘Outstanding’ and Eastbourne DGH was rated ‘Good’. Our two acute hospitals have Emergency Departments and provide 24‑hour care, offering a comprehensive range of surgical, medical, outpatient and maternity services, supported by a full range of diagnostic and therapy services.

Job overview

East Sussex Healthcare Trust is offering the opportunity for innovative and compassionate midwives to join our existing exceptional midwifery team. We are seeking enthusiastic midwives, passionate about providing high‑level care to all patients accessing our services. This opportunity will allow you to develop in a supportive and caring environment and bring choice and support to all birthing women/people. Working alongside our close‑knit multidisciplinary team, you will provide both low‑ and high‑risk care. This is one of the most supportive and caring places to work, so don’t hesitate in applying now.

Eastbourne and Hastings is on the South East Coast of England with its beautiful seaside towns and villages, a stone’s throw away from the beautiful countryside of the South Downs and Kent – a perfect place to work!

Main duties of the job

We are looking for midwives to join our hospital team at Hastings. You will have the opportunity to work within a variety of settings to provide women and birthing people with holistic and individualised care. Our consultant‑led unit at Conquest Hospital is based at the Hastings site.

We are a tight‑knit team working closely together to provide завер mynd and their families with high quality, evidence‑based midwifery care. You will need to be a highly motivated team player, committed to driving forward an innovative service with the existing team. Midwives with a commitment to provide safe, cohesive and collaborative working are essential.

We offer an excellent induction programme for all and a full preceptorship programme for newly qualified midwives, plus a friendly, supportive and highly driven team to develop with for all experienced Band 6s.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to work confidently and autonomously within the team is essential. You will gain experience in all aspects of midwifery care and will be supported to provide compassionate care.

Please note – previous unsuccessful candidates need not apply.

Working for our organisation

A wide range of staff benefits are available – staff development, enrolment in the NHS pension scheme, auto‑enrolment to our Temporary Workforce Service, access to on‑site nurseries, staff restaurants and accommodation.

In addition to an internal Occupational Health department, all staff also have access to free psychological support through our confidential Employee Assistance Programme. On‑site parking is available from only £50 a year.

There has never been a better time to join East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust – submit your application today.

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Person specification

Qualifications

• Registered midwife on the NMC register.
• Evidence of continued professional development to diploma‑level qualification.
• Ability to undertake further training.
• D32/33 Teaching & Clinical Assessment (formerly ENB 997/998).
• IT Literate.

Experience

• Evidence of continued professional development.
• 1 year(s) clinical experience including use of cardiotocographs.
• Experience of undertaking project work.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities

• Able to carry out full range of midwifery practice including extended skills.
• Work as part of a team.
• Understanding of the new NHS and the opportunities it offers.
• Effective and adaptable interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of quality, audit, research.
• Understanding of child protection issues.

Patients come first at East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust.

Employer certification / accreditation badges

You must have appropriate UK professional registration.

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (Amendment) (England and Wales) Orderañ 2020 and it will be necessary for disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Application numbers

This vacancy may close early if it receives a high number of applications. Please complete and submit your application in good time to avoid disappointment.