Job overview
**Subject to job matching**
We are looking for an adaptable individual who has excellent interpersonal skills, works well as part of the multi-disciplinary team, and has an ability to work under pressure, whilst moving the services forward. If this sounds like you, we invite you to join our dynamic, friendly, and supportive team.
With the NHS Peoples Promise at the heart of our ethos we pride ourselves on being a small inclusive unit with a positive and compassionate culture.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and forward-thinking neonatal team. We are proud of our achievements at East Cheshire Trust, which set in the heart of the Cheshire countryside with easy access to the M6 motorway and Manchester. As a valued member of our neonatal unit you will be part of an innovative team that will help us to excel further to deliver our Trust objectives and values.
Hours per week: 24
We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.
Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role’s eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)
Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.
Main duties of the job
The Neonatal Service at Macclesfield District General Hospital aims to provide a high quality, safe, family integrated care, which meets the holistic needs of infants and their families.
If you are passionate and committed to the development and application of high quality patient care, as we are, we want to hear from you.
We are looking for a Band 6 Nurse/Midwife to work on our 8 cot Neonatal Unit where we provide individualised care, delivering special/high dependency care and short term intensive care for sick and preterm newborns over 32 weeks gestation.
We also work in collaboration with the Maternity staff to care for babies requiring Transitional care on our Maternity ward.
The Neonatal Unit is integral to the Maternity Unit which delivers approx 1500 babies per year and is part of the pro-active Cheshire and Mersey Operational Delivery Network.
To be successful, you will possess excellent organizational, communication and team working skills, and the ability to deliver high quality holistic care with an emphasis on working in partnership with children and their families.
The successful candidate will work as shift lead supporting the band 5 Nurse/Midwife on shift and participate in shifts over a 24hr rota.
Essential qualifications:
Registered Nurse or Midwife
QIS (Qualified in Speciality)
Mentor Assessor
Detailed job description and main responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.
Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.
As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.
We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).
We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job you’re applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.
Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.
We look forward to receiving your application.
Person specification
Experience
Essential
- Significant post-registration experience within the relevant clinical specialty.
Desirable
- Previous experience mentoring students or supervising junior staff
- Experience of taking charge or leading a shift
- Experience contributing to service improvement or change
- Experience using audit or reporting tools
- Experience of complaint resolution or patient liaison.
- Experience of rota management, staffing allocation, or redeployment.
- Experience of contributing to financial/resource awareness
Qualifications
Essential
- NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registration as Midwife / Nurse
- QIS (Qualified in Speciality neonatal course)
- Evidence of continuous professional development and up-to-date portfolio.
- Teaching, assessing, or mentorship qualification (e.g., ENB 998, Mentorship Module, Practice Assessor).
Desirable
- Leadership/management qualification or willingness to work towards.
- Evidence of specialist training relevant to the clinical area.
Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Up-to-date knowledge of evidence-based neonatal practice and national guidance (e.g. NICE, NSF).
- Understanding of clinical governance, audit, and risk management processes.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, infection prevention and control, and patient safety standards
- Advanced clinical assessment and decision-making skills.
- Ability to coordinate safe admission, transfer, and discharge planning.
- Strong leadership, team-building, and supervisory skills.
- Effective communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams.
Desirable
- Evidence of advanced clinical skills
- Knowledge of budgetary processes and workforce planning.
- Knowledge of digital systems for patient flow, rostering, and incident reporting
- Knowledge of digital systems for patient flow, rostering, and incident reporting Presentation and teaching skills for education sessions.
- Skills in service evaluation and change implementation.
Further Information
Essential
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Desirable
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Other Role Requirements
Essential
- Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further details
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This advert is for Neonatal Nurse / Midwife - Band 6 with East Cheshire NHS Trust in Macclesfield, North West, England. It is listed as a Band 6 Midwife role. The advertised salary is £39,959 - £48,117 per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching). The contract type is Permanent. The application deadline is 23 Jul 2026.
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