Midwife Safeguarding Champion for Antenatal Clinic

Do you want to be part of a talented , forward thinking, friendly and dedicated workforce? The Antenatal Clinic at the prestigious Imperial College Healthcare - Queen Charlottes Hospital is looking for an experienced midwife who is confident, knowledgeable and dedicated in their Maternity Safeguarding Skills. You will be based in Antenatal Clinic, Monday to Friday. This is a full-time post. The post holder will be highly visible in the antenatal clinic setting providing specialist knowledge, clinical care, expertise and and as a champion will provide extra support to the antenatal midwifery team. The post holder will provide maternity safeguarding assurance to the multidiciplianary team as a whole. The person will escalate areas of concern for early review. Become part of our vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You will get an experience like no other and have lots of opportunities to develop your career. Please do not hesitate to contact the Maternity Outpatients Matron if you have any questions or would like further information regarding the role. Informal visits will be welcomed.,

• As a Clinical Champion and expert, to lead the operational delivery & support the strategic delivery of safeguarding practice across the Trust in accordance with national, regional and local legislation, policies and recommendations, ensuring that a world class service is provided to children and their families by a well-trained and proactive workforce, ensuring that the Trust Safeguarding Strategy is achieved
• To provide visible, Clinical and effective leadership across the Trust, working closely with the safeguarding and other staff teams to deliver on the standards required
• To report to the Named Nurse - Safeguarding Children and Young People issues of concern/progress to be shared with the ICHT Safeguarding Board.
• To support the ICHT safeguarding children action group and to provide reports, briefings and data for the Trust Board and associated forums
• To support the Head of Nursing, Paediatrics and the Named Nurse/Midwife - Safeguarding Children and Young People to ensure the implementation of the National Service Framework for children and young people across ICHT
• To work in partnership with a wide range of agencies to achieve the highest standards of care
• To undertake research and audit in relation to safeguarding children and young people in order to gain new information and to inform future practice
  
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Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career. Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities. We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk to us at interview.