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Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Midwife

The closing date is 11 November 2026

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Job summary

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 6 Midwife to join Harrogate Maternity Unit.

We are incredibly proud of our maternity service and we offer a high level of support to our midwives. We have a high level of staff satisfaction and a small, friendly and welcoming team.

Harrogate is a high performing maternity unit and we are seeking highly motivated individuals to contribute and develop the delivery of high quality, evidence-based midwifery.

This post includes rotational opportunities throughout the maternity service including inpatient areas and community which will be discussed with candidates at interview. We actively support you to develop and enhance your skills in all aspects of midwifery. The successful candidate should have a good understanding of the national agenda within maternity and a clear commitment to helping the trust achieve this.

Please note this role requires an NMC PIN and recent UK experience working at Band 6 level. OSCE training is not available

Main duties of the job

Our maternity department is responsible for providing all care to pregnant women and support for their families throughout the pregnancy and birth continuum. The department includes hospital and community based midwifery services.

Maternity Services provide care to pregnant women from the Harrogate and surrounding area including women who choose to deliver at Harrogate from Leeds, York and Ilkley.

You will be expected to work a range of hours and to cover on-call duties. Flexible working agreements are available from employment.

About us

At Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust we provide 'outstanding' care to both our patients and our staff. We support staff through benefits, health and wellbeing initiatives and opportunities for personal and professional development.

• An inclusive and supportive culture - our Trust encourages staff to bring their whole selves to work and active Staff Networks identify areas for improvement.

• Staff Recognition - as well as regular appraisals, we recognise staff with our Making a Difference and Team of the Month Awards.

• Employee Support and wellbeing - we have a comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme, counselling service and fast track physiotherapy service for employees.

• Staff Benefits - We have a range of staff benefits and schemes to support staff health, engagement, wellbeing and inclusion.

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

421-PSC-4053S

Job locations

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information please see the job description attached.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Laila Bouabidi [email protected]

Job description

Job responsibilities

For more information please see the job description attached.

If you have any questions about the role, please contact Laila Bouabidi [email protected]

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registration
• Diploma/degree level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development
• Mentor preparation course/Practice Assessor training
• Evidence of essential clinical skills such as Intravenous administration, Cannulation, Perineal Suturing and CTG Interpretation

Desirable

• Professional Midwifery Advocate qualification
• Neonatal and Infant Physical Examination qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience as an NMC-registered Midwife
• Evidence of completion of a successful preceptorship package
• Awareness of professional responsibilities
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment
• Evidence of recent UK experience working at the level of a Band 6 Midwife

Desirable

• Experience of working in a continuity of care model

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

• NMC registration
• Diploma/degree level or equivalent with evidence of further professional development
• Mentor preparation course/Practice Assessor training
• Evidence of essential clinical skills such as Intravenous administration, Cannulation, Perineal Suturing and CTG Interpretation

Desirable

• Professional Midwifery Advocate qualification
• Neonatal and Infant Physical Examination qualification

Experience

Essential

• Experience as an NMC-registered Midwife
• Evidence of completion of a successful preceptorship package
• Awareness of professional responsibilities
• Able to demonstrate an understanding of clinical governance and risk assessment
• Evidence of recent UK experience working at the level of a Band 6 Midwife

Desirable

• Experience of working in a continuity of care model

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 Sponsorship

Applications 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 Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This 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 Sponsorship

Applications 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 Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see

NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Harrogate and District NHS Foundation Trust

Address

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

Employer's website

https://www.hdft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment and Retention Lead Midwife

Laila Bouabidi

[email protected]

01423559450

Details

Date posted

28 October 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 6

Salary

£39,959 to £48,117 a year

per annum (pro rata)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Part-time,

Flexible working

Reference number

421-PSC-4053S

Job locations

Harrogate District Hospital

Lancaster Park Road

Harrogate

HG2 7SX

United Kingdom

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