Sandwell & West Birmingham NHS Trust
Midwife - Core Triage Team
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Midwife - Core Triage Team
Experienced Midwife (Triage) – Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust
Does this sound like your ideal role?
- Do you enjoy working autonomously?
- Would you thrive as the first point of contact for women coming into the maternity unit?
- Do you enjoy assessing situations and providing the correct advice or referrals?
- Are you passionate about varied, dynamic work?
If so, we’re looking for an experienced Midwife to join our Hospital Based Triage Team.
About the Role
Our Maternity Triage Department is the first point of call for all women attending our unit. We’re seeking a dynamic, inspirational Midwife with excellent skills to (occasionally) support the Delivery Suite while primarily based in triage.
This role isn’t just a job—it’s a chance to make a difference in the lives of women and families across Birmingham and the Black Country, one of the UK’s most diverse regions.
Key Responsibilities
Key Duties
- Be the first port of call for women seeking maternity care, offering expert assessment, advice, and referrals as needed.
- Work as part of a collaborative, multidisciplinary triage team.
- Occasionally redeploy to the Delivery Suite to support high-risk births or complex cases.
- Champion patient-centred care, inclusivity, and diversity awareness in a multicultural setting.
- Help ensure safe, effective care while adhering to national and trust guidelines.
- Contribute to clinical education and staff development.
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About Us
We’re Sandwell and West Birmingham NHS Trust (SWB)—a leading provider of care to over 600,000 people in Birmingham and the Black Country.
Our Services & Facilities
- Annual births: ~ 6,000 women receive specialist care in our accredited maternity unit.
- Facilities:
- Consultant-led Obstetric Unit (including a fixed birth pool room, high-risk labour suites, 2 theatres, recovery beds, and a bereavement suite).
- Induction of Labour Suite (complementary therapies, such as relexology).
- 21-bed Postnatal Ward & 14-bed Antenatal/Transitional Care Ward.
- Serenity Midwife-Led Unit (award-winning birth centre)—supports 1,200 annual births with five birth rooms.
- Quality Accreditation: Rated "GOOD" at our last CQC inspection (July 2021) + UNICEF Baby-Friendly accreditation (Level 2).
Our Values & Commitment to Care
Our purpose: "To improve life chances and health outcomes for our population."
We live by three core values:
- Ambition
- Respect
- Compassion
We are committed to: ✔ Trusted patient-centred care ✔ Supporting staff through continuous learning, development, and mentor programmes ✔ Celebrating diversity—our workforce mirrors the rich cultural tapestry of our communities
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Benefits & Opportunities for Development
A Culture of Learning
- In-house clinical education by our multidisciplinary professional development team
- Strong ties to local universities for specialists in post-registration training
- Career progression pathways in all aspects of midwifery
Your Value, Our Support
✔ Paid study leave to support further education ✔ Discounted NHS staff memberships for leisure & support services ✔ Employee Assistance Programme (NHS Wellbeing Service) ✔ Flexible working arrangements where possible
Stand out in our diverse community
We serve one of the most culturally diverse areas in the UK—your expertise will be vital.
Further Information
For more information or to arrange an informal visit, contact:
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Michaelene Cole – Lead Midwife for Maternity Triage 📞 0121 507 4558
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Zulekha Samsodien – Additional Contact 📞 0121 507 5448
For a deeper insight into our work, visit SWB’s website.
Join us to make a real difference in maternal and newborn healthcare!
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