Registered Midwife

Location: Swindon

Job summary

Previous applicants need not apply

Band 5/6 Midwives (Fully Registered) Full or Part Time roles

Please note, if you are a student qualifying in Spring 2026 i.e. awaiting your PIN, we have concluded our NQ Nursing/Midwifery campaign and are unable to accept any additional applications at this time.

It's an exciting yet challenging time for the Maternity Services at GWH, as we embrace a period of improvement and development.

We would like to invite you to join our highly motivated and friendly Midwifery team. We are committed to providing high quality, family‑centred care.

Are you a self‑motivated, dynamic, professional midwife with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, eager to join a proactive, professional maternity team? If you meet this challenge we welcome your interest – please apply today!

(Please note, if you prefer working on a part‑time basis you will receive a salary on a pro‑rata basis subject to hours offered)

Main duties of the job

The post holder is required to provide holistic midwifery care to women/birthing people and babies in the antenatal, intrapartum and postnatal periods. The midwifery care is provided in hospital, birth centre, day assessment unit, maternity triage and transitional care unit settings.

We offer opportunities for both experienced and newly qualified midwives across all maternity settings, with a fantastic package for newly qualified midwives and a dedicated preceptorship lead who supports you throughout.

Job responsibilities

All posts will include shift working (including night duty) and on‑call duty. The successful applicant will receive an orientation programme and assured appropriate support.

Being a midwife at The Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is a truly remarkable and rewarding career. We facilitate an average of 4,000 births per year and boast a collocated birth centre, home birth service, day assessment and maternity triage.

Person specification Qualifications B6

• Registered Midwife
• Practising Midwife
• Maintained an up‑to‑date professional portfolio
• Training in management of obstetric emergencies
• Valid driving licence
• To have obtained or be studying to degree level (or diploma with equivalent experience)

Qualifications B5

• Registered Midwife
• Current NMC registration
• To have obtained or be studying to degree level (or diploma with equivalent experience)

Experience B6

• Recent experience in all aspects of midwifery practice
• Competencies relevant to sphere of practice
• Experience with in UK maternity services

Experience B5

• Experience with in UK maternity services
• Midwifery experience gained through training

Desirable B6

• Teaching/mentoring qualification
• Evidence of further study and development of professional and academic skills
• Experience of mentoring students

Desirable B5

• Ability to use flexible, innovative approaches to practice tailored to individual needs of clients

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and a Disclosure and Barring Service check will be necessary.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers requiring Skilled Worker sponsorship are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. Further information can be found on the NHS Careers website.

Employer details

Employer name:
Great Western Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address:
Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB

Employer website:

Job details

• Date posted: 02 January 2026
• Pay scheme:
  Agenda for change
• Band:
  Band 5
• Salary: £31,049 to £46,580 per annum pro‑rata
• Contract:
  
  Permanent
• Working pattern:
  Full‑time, Part‑time
• Reference number: 249‑7478695‑2
• Job location:
  
  Great Western Hospital, Marlborough Road, Swindon, SN3 6BB

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