Registered Midwife - Band 5

Job summary

To provide to the local population evidence-based women-centred midwifery care and be accountable for the overall provision of excellent care. To hold current NMC registration as a Midwife, working within the NMC Code of Professional Standards (2018). To be a competent midwife, working flexibly within the Midwifery Service and be confident working as part of a multidisciplinary team, providing high-quality antenatal, intrapartum, and postnatal care within our integrated maternity service.

Eligibility for these posts is restricted to newly qualified midwives who have successfully completed a midwifery training programme in England and hold relevant NMC UK registration, or to third-year student midwives who have undertaken their training in England and are currently working towards completion of their degree, with expected NMC UK registration by December 2026. This reflects the allocated funding available through the Graduate Guarantee.

Main duties of the job

We are seeking experienced and motivated midwives with a strong foundation in evidence-based midwifery practice and a commitment to delivering high-quality, woman-centred care. Candidates should demonstrate sound clinical knowledge across the full maternity pathway, including antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal care, with the ability to recognise and respond to emergencies promptly and effectively.

You will bring excellent communication, critical-thinking and decision-making skills, working confidently as an autonomous practitioner while contributing positively within the multidisciplinary team. Proven experience in supporting normal birth, managing complex cases and promoting safe, compassionate care is essential. Applicants should be adaptable, organised and able to thrive in a dynamic environment, with a proactive approach to maintaining professional development and promoting best practice.

Applications are welcomed from newly qualified midwives and those nearing completion of an approved midwifery programme who will obtain NMC registration before commencing employment, no later than December 2026.

About us

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.

Details

Date posted

14 September 2026

Pay scheme

Agenda for change

Band

Band 5

Salary

£32,073 to £39,043 a year (pa, pro rata if part-time)

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time, Part-time

Reference number

318-26-T0608

Job locations

Gloucestershire Royal Hospital

Gloucester

GL1 3NN

United Kingdom

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