Band 5 Student Midwife

Job overview

The 20 Month BSc(Hons) Midwifery Shortened Programme at Middlesex University aims to produce competent, caring, research and evidence-based midwives, capable of delivering effective woman-centred care for mothers and their families. This full-time programme commences September 2026. During the 20 Month course, time will be split between the Middlesex University, Hendon and BHRUT - Queen’s Hospital Romford.  In order to apply for the course, you will have:  •    Active Adult Nursing Registration (NMC Registration) •    Diploma or degree in Adult Nursing •    Proven post registration experience •    GCSE Maths and English or equivalencies or IELTS 7.0 BHRUT is one of the largest acute hospital trusts in England. The Trust serves a population of around 700,000, from a wide range of social and ethnic groups. Maternity outpatient care is provided at Queen’s and King George Hospital, while intrapartum care is provided at Queen’s only. We have a co-located low risk birthing unit within the hospital, this will give you the experience of both low and high-risk care.   Students applying for this funded training post (bottom point band 5) should note that HEE are paying tuition fees. We will be applying for references via e-mail, therefore, please ensure that correct e-mail addresses are provided for your referees before submitting your application.  Middlesex University will require an employment reference from your most recent employer.  For informal enquiries at BHRUT please contact Yvonne Jirira [email protected] or  Teresa D’Errico Ext 4885 teresa.d’[email protected]. For information on Middlesex University, please contact Robin Parsons, Programme Leader. E-mail: [email protected]  Phone: 020 8411 6370 Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with disability) can be made to the BHR Recruitment Department, 01708 435000 Ext 2177 Please note that all correspondence regarding this application will be by Trac e-mail.

Main duties of the job

To attain a registered midwifery qualification

To communicate effectively with women and their families throughout the preconception, antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal stages under the supervision of the Registered Midwife ( Practice Supervisor/Assessor).

To diagnose pregnancy, assess and monitor women holistically throughout the preconception, antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal stages through the use of a range of assessment methods and reach valid, reliable and comprehensive conclusions under the supervision of the Registered Midwife/Mentor.

To work towards the midwifery standards of proficiency that is contained in the Practice assessment documents.

To work towards achieving experience under supervision of the activities of the midwife as outlined in the European Union Midwives Directive (80/155/EEC Article 4).

Detailed job description and main responsibilities

For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification.

The person specification listed below is not the full specification requirements for the role.  Please ensure you review the full specification on the job description prior to submitting your application.

Applicants are advised to read all the information on the advert and the supporting information before completing and submitting an application. As you complete your application please ensure you clearly demonstrate how you meet the criteria in the person specification for this post by adequately completing the supporting information section of the application form.

All new staff appointed at the Trust are subject to a probationary period.

Applications should be made online, however, queries regarding the application process or assistance with completion of the form (for applicants with a disability) can be made to Rachna Srivastava, Recruitment Advisor, on 01708 435000 ext. 5904. Further details regarding the post may be obtained by contacting the manager as per the contact details above.