Deputy Screening Midwife (Band 6)

Job Advert Skip to main content Cookies on NHS Jobs We've put some small files called cookies on your device to help us make improvements to our site. To improve our site we'd also like to use cookies which will send information to Google Analytics. You can read more about our cookies before you choose. Accept analytics cookies Do not accept analytics cookies Jobs Menu Sign in Create an account English Cymraeg Menu Close menu Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) Search Sign in Create an account Display in Welsh (Cymraeg) BETA Your feedback will help us to improve this service. Barts Health NHS Trust Deputy Screening Midwife (Band 6) The closing date is 05 November 2026 Apply for this job Job summary To work alongside the Antenatal & Newborn Screening Co-ordinator (ANSC) and other members of the multidisciplinary team to ensure the provision and continuing effectiveness of user centered antenatal and newborn screening programmes for all women accessing care through Barts Health NHS Trust. Main duties of the job To support the ANSC in ensuring that all antenatal and newborn screening programmes meet national standards. To ensure robust antenatal and newborn screening programmes by assisting with collection of data for Key Performances Indicators (KPIs), Quality Assurance (QA) and the Trust annual report for antenatal and newborn screening. About us Barts Health is one of the largest NHS trusts in the country, and one of Britain's leading healthcare providers. Our vision is to be a high-performing group of NHS hospitals, renowned for excellence and innovation, and providing safe and compassionate care to our patients in east London and beyond. That means being a provider of excellent patient safety, known for delivering consistently high standards of harm-free care and always caring for patients in the right place at the right time. It also means being an outstanding place to work, in which our WeCare values and behaviours are visible to all and guide us in how we work together. We strive to live by our WeCare values and are committed to promoting inclusion, where every staff member has a sense of belonging. We value our differences and fully advocate, cultivate and support an inclusive working environment. Details Date posted 23 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £45,953 to £54,254 a year per annum inc Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time Reference number 259-8339079NUH Job locations Newham University Hospital Glen Road Plaistow E13 8SL United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the role, please refer to the Job Description (JD), as it provides a comprehensive outline of the key duties, responsibilities, and expectations associated with the position. Job description Job responsibilities For full details of the role, please refer to the Job Description (JD), as it provides a comprehensive outline of the key duties, responsibilities, and expectations associated with the position. Person Specification Experience Essential oThe candidate will have experience in all aspects of maternity care oGiving screening results and enabling women to make informed decisions about their pregnancy Desirable Participation in research and audits Qualifications Essential oRegistered Midwife oProfessional portfolio demonstrating evidence of relevant ongoing professional development Desirable oMentorship Qualification Knowledge Essential oKnowledge of all antenatal and newborn screening programmes oIn-depth knowledge of midwifery pathways, including referrals to other professionals oKnowledge of national screening service specifications Desirable oKnowledge of recommended failsafe processes for screening programmes Skills Essential o Excellent communication o Ability to use initiative o Computer and numeracy literacy o Multidisciplinary care planning o Phlebotomy skills, including newborn bloodspot sampling o Skilled in providing holistic midwifery ca