Job Description

For more information on the and Responsibilities please click the link below. More detail about the role We are seeking an experienced and motivated midwife to join our team as a Band 7 Safeguarding Lead Midwife. In this pivotal role, you will provide expert leadership and guidance on all aspects of safeguarding within maternity services. Working closely with multidisciplinary teams, you will ensure that safeguarding practice is embedded in everyday care, supporting colleagues to identify, assess, and respond to concerns relating to women, babies, and families.



You will act as the key link between maternity services and internal/external safeguarding partners, offering professional advice, supervision, and training to strengthen safeguarding knowledge and confidence across the workforce. With a strong understanding of safeguarding legislation, policies, and procedures, you will contribute to service development, audit, and governance to ensure high standards of safe, compassionate, and responsive care. This is an exciting opportunity for a skilled and passionate midwife who is committed to promoting the safety and wellbeing of vulnerable families, while driving forward best practice within maternity safeguarding. This role includes a small on-call element, where you may occasionally be asked to support the unit clinically during periods of escalation.

Working Pattern:

Weekly 18.75 hours Interview Date: To Be Confirmed For further information please contact: Nikki Soper, Midwife on nicola.soper@nhs.net As an inclusive employer, the Royal Devon values diversity and is committed to creating a culture of inclusivity where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We believe in fostering a sense of belonging and actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, cultures, and abilities. We recognise the advantages of having a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve. Preference will be given to staff with Priority and 'At Risk' status including NHS At Risk staff throughout Devon.



The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust reserves the right to close vacancy when sufficient applications have been received. The Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust was established in April 2022, bringing together the expertise of both the Royal Devon and Exeter NHS Foundation Trust and Northern Devon Healthcare NHS Trust. Benefits We will work together to maintain a culture that develops and supports you and your team. This might include funding for a care certificate, a degree or leadership qualifications.



Or it might include days off to study, engage in CPD or rotational placements to help you hone your skills. Wherever you are heading in the NHS, we'll help you get there. Looking after you is important to us. We strive to help our staff create a healthy work-life balance through flexible working schemes and our family friendly policies.



If you're starting out in the NHS, you'll start with 27 days paid annual leave (plus bank holidays), rising to 33 days plus bank holidays. You'll benefit from access to our own comprehensive occupational health services, including counselling, onsite wellbeing activities and groups. Salary is not the only financial benefit You'll have access to an extensive range of staff discounts on shopping, fitness and leisure options and you can spread the cost of technology and home appliance purchases from major retailers. You will also have access to other benefits including: National discount services such as the Blue Light Card and Health Service Discounts.



Salary sacrifice options including our OFSTED rated outstanding nursery onsite at Exeter Car lease schemes. The NHS Pension scheme (one of the most generous and comprehensive in the UK). Cycle to work scheme These are just a few of the benefits available if the role is something you are interested in, we'd love to hear from you.