Triage Midwife

Job summary All midwives applying with an NMC pin need to have worked in the UK as a midwife An exciting opportunity has arisen for experienced midwives to join our inpatient and community services. A Triage Midwife provides the first point of assessment for pregnant and postnatal women who contact or attend maternity triage. We offer a comprehensive preceptorship package and excellent support for new starters We have a part time position available in our friendly and supportive teams across the county with roles available in inpatient areas and community to include supporting women choosing homebirths on an on-call basis. Buckinghamshire Healthcare Trust is committed to providing staff with learning and development opportunities to support their career progression. We offer opportunities to work alongside specialist services including our internationally acclaimed spinal unit. Our maternity services provide care for approximately 4,800 women and their families. We offer a variety of birth choices for our diverse population and have a dedicated suite for women experiencing bereavement. We have a level 2 neonatal service and close links with the John Radcliffe Hospital in Oxford. Main duties of the job Triage Midwife provides the first point of assessment for pregnant and postnatal women who contact or attend maternity triage. The role involves using the BSOTS (Birmingham Symptom-specific Obstetric Triage System) to undertake structured assessment and prioritise women according to clinical urgency. Responsibilities include assessing presenting symptoms, completing appropriate maternal and fetal observations, identifying risk factors, providing advice and reassurance, arranging investigations and treatment, and escalating concerns to the appropriate obstetric or multidisciplinary team. The midwife also supports effective patient flow, safe decision-making, timely referral and accurate documentation, ensuring women receive appropriate care within the maternity pathway. About us Listen to why colleagues think we are a great place to work! - BHT - A great place to work (buckshealthcare.nhs.uk) What does Buckinghamshire Healthcare NHS Trust offer you? As part of our BHT family, you'll benefit from learning and development opportunities to support your career progression. We offer flexible and agile workingopportunities,alongside your NHS benefits ofgenerous annual leave entitlement, pension andaccess toNHS discount schemes. We provide a range of health and wellbeing services to promote a healthy, happy workforce. Why work for us? We're committed to promoting inclusion and making sure all colleagues feel they belong. We encourage new colleagues from a diverse range of backgrounds to apply. As an employer, we aim to create a workplace where differences are valued and colleagues treat one another with dignity and respect. Greater diversity withinourBHT familyimprovespositive outcomes for the people and communities we serve. A keen supporter of the Armed Forces Community who know the value of employing a service leaver/veteran and their families. What do we stand for? Our vision is to provide outstanding care, support healthy communities and be a great place to work. Our mission is to provide personal and compassionate care every time. Our care values are collaborate, aspire, respect and enable. Details Date posted 12 October 2026 Pay scheme Agenda for change Band Band 6 Salary £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum pro rata for part time Contract Permanent Working pattern Full-time, Part-time, Job share, Flexible working Reference number 434-SCS8337648 Job locations Stoke Mandeville Mandeville Road Buckinghamshire HP21 8AL United Kingdom Job description Job responsibilities For a comprehensive list of responsibilities and duties, please kindly refer to the Job Description and