NHS Scotland
Midwife (Rotational – Inpatient/Community) - Maternity Services
How your CV stacks up
Upload your CV to see how well it fits this job role
?%
Midwife (Rotational – Inpatient/Community) - Maternity Services
Rotational Midwife – NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde (NHSGGC)
NHSGGC delivers acute hospital, primary, community, and mental health services to over 1.15 million people (and 2.2 million count when including regional/Referral services). With 40,000+ staff across Scotland, we offer a dynamic and rewarding environment for professionals passionate about women-centred, evidence-based midwifery care.
Eligibility Requirements (Must meet all criteria)
- Hold a live NMC UK PIN
- Have a valid UK Driving Licence (for community rotations)
The Role
We’re seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate Registered Midwife to join our maternity services in NHS Greater Glasgow and Clyde—one of Scotland’s largest and most prominent maternity providers.
This rotational post (Princess Royal Maternity Hospital) offers diverse experiences: ✅ Labour ward care ✅ Inpatient maternity units ✅ Community midwifery ✅ Specialist assessment areas
Initially based in the North Community, this role supports new and experienced midwives by helping them develop as confident, well-rounded practitioners while providing exceptional care to women and families.
Key Responsibilities
- Deliver high-quality, woman/baby-centred care aligned with evidence-based practice
- Assess, plan, implement and evaluate individualised care throughout pregnancy, labour, and postnatal periods
- Act as an advocate for women and families, ensuring safe, compassionate and person-centred support
- Monitor and respond to clinical changes, initiating timely interventions when needed
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to enhance communication and care coordination
- Participate in audit, research, and quality improvement initiatives
- Supervise staff and foster a positive learning culture
Reasons to use Rodeo
Start with a chat, not a search bar
Grad scheme, placement, apprenticeship? Not sure what you want yet — that's fine. Your agent talks it through with you and turns "I have no idea" into a shortlist.
It searches the market for you
Every day your agent scans the market matching roles against what actually matters to you, not just keywords on a CV.
Only hits
No noise. No "maybe this fits." Just roles with a clear explanation of why they're right — and where to focus when applying.
Requirements
Essential
- Registered Midwife on Part 10 of the NMC Register (degree-level qualification)
- Post-registration experience in maternity care
- Teamwork and initiative in fast-paced clinical settings
- Excellent communication—able to deliver empathetic, complex information
- Strong organisation and time management skills
- Commitment to evidence-based practice and safe high-quality care
- IT literacy and willingness to engage with digital systems and ongoing learning
Desirable
- Valid UK driving licence (to comply with community fleet rota access)
What We Offer
NHSGGC provides supportive policies, professional development and benefits:
General Support
- Comprehensive Employee Assistance Programme
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Bursary schemes
- Learning & development opportunities
Financial & Leave Benefits
✔ 27+ annual leave days (increasing with service length) ✔ NHS Pension Scheme (full benefits included) ✔ Salary Sacrifice Car Benefit Scheme ✔ Enhanced pay for public holidays ✔ NHS Discounts (products/services from the NHS Buying Group)
Get help with your application
Your very own career expert that helps elevate your application to the next level.
Wellbeing & Assistance
- Confidential support (counselling, psychological therapies)
Next Steps
This role is open to all applicants—we encourage diverse, inclusive participation. Contact Senior Charge Midwife Fiona Burns at fiona.burns5@nhs.scot, 07483162249 for an informal discussion.
Applications open now—please submit ASAP (role may close early due to demand).
Job Reference: [Internal Reference – XXXX] (System Specific)
For Applicants:
AI Use Guidelines:
- Tools like ChatGPT can assist with ideas, spelling, grammar, and planning but must not be used to write answers in the application.
- Applications must reflect your voice. AI-assisted drafts run the risk of rejection.
Military Allies: NHSGGC welcomes applications from Armed Forces personnel and recognises military expertise throughout the recruitment process.
Flexible Work: Working arrangements will be discussed later in the interview process for flexibility-eligible roles.
Equal Opportunities: NHSGGC is equality, diversity, and inclusion focused—longstanding commitment to representation across NHS Scotland.
Apply now to make impact with over 2 million clients across Greater Glasgow!
“It took my CV and asked me questions relevant to understanding what kind of jobs to suggest for me. Suggestions were almost perfect. Jobs were exactly what I’ve been looking for.”
Jessica, London
Skills