Perinatal Mental Health Lead Midwife

Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen at East Cheshire NHS Trust for a Senior Midwife to apply for the Perinatal Mental Health Lead. We are looking to recruit an experienced Midwife to provide a high level of visible leadership, management and clinical expertise in the community setting and maternity unit.

We are looking for an adaptable individual who has excellent interpersonal skills, works well as part of a multi-disciplinary team and has the ability to work under pressure, whilst moving the service forward. Applicants should be able to demonstrate previous knowledge and experience in the provision of community midwifery care, leadership, service development and staff management skills. This role will include split clinical and management time.

Hours per week: 37.5 hours
Fixed Term for 12 months to cover maternity leave.

We welcome applications from Graduate visa holders; it is important to note that you must have a minimum of 6 months before this expires at the start of your employment for training and operational reasons.

Non-UK or Irish applicants should check their visa and this role's eligibility for sponsorship before applying. For further information please visit Visas and immigration - GOV.UK (Apply through our website)

Please be advised we are unable to provide Skilled Worker Visa Sponsorship to non-UK residents.

Main duties of the job
To play a key role in developing and maintaining high standards of care for women with mental health problems in pregnancy and the postnatal period, and their families.

To provide a high level of clinical expertise, leadership and management in the maternity department, and community as required.

Be responsible for providing specialist support and care to pregnant women with more severe mental health problems, in partnership with their own midwife and the specialist perinatal mental health team.

Work closely with women and their families to plan and coordinate their care based on their individual needs.

Participate in the on-call rota as required in the provision of the 24 hour service.

About us
We are committed to providing the best quality integrated care to our patients. To achieve this aim we need highly motivated staff who are united by common values and behaviours.

We believe our workforce is our greatest asset and we actively support our staff to develop their capabilities to the full, with a variety of learning and development opportunities.

Whether you are just starting out in your career or are looking to use your skills and experience in a new role, East Cheshire NHS Trust is the right employer for you. We look forward to you joining us so that we can bring out your best.

Please be aware that this post requires an Enhanced DBS (Disclosure and Barring Service) check with barred lists, the cost of which is payable by the successful candidate. If you have lived or worked abroad for 6 months or more in the last 5 years you will need to obtain an overseas police clearance. Further information can be found on the additional information links at the bottom of the advert.

Details
Date posted: 04 August 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 7
Salary: £49,387 to £56,515 a year
per annum, pro rata (subject to job matching)
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time
Reference number: 209-A-26-8203654
Job locations: Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom

Job description
Job responsibilities
Please read the attached Applicant Pack prior to completing your application form to find out more information.

Please download a copy of the Job Description and Person Specification located under the Supporting documents heading to read more about the advertised role.

As part of making your application we encourage you to review the Trusts Careers webpage Careers :: East Cheshire NHS Trust for more information about working for East Cheshire NHS Trust.

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome all applications irrespective of age, disability, gender, sexual orientation, race or religion. The Trust is a Disability Confident Leader and as such, applicants with disabilities will be offered an interview providing they meet the minimum criteria for the post (outlined in the Person Specification).

We understand that some applicants may choose to use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to assist in preparing their application. While this is not discouraged, it is essential to personalise this information, particularly your supporting information section as these tools cannot fully grasp the context or requirements of the job youre applying for. We kindly remind candidates that all submissions must be truthful and accurately reflect your own experiences and suitability for this role. Personal integrity and authenticity are central to our recruitment process and being a member of East Cheshire NHS Trust.

Applicants are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert prior to the advertised closing date should we receive a large number of applications.

We look forward to receiving your application.

Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential

• NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) registered Midwife
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
• Preceptorship Certificate

Desirable

• Additional qualification in Mental Health or Counselling
• Management or Leadership course
• Midwifery Post Graduate Degree
• Teaching or Mentorship
• Professional Midwifery Advocate

Further Information
Essential

• Please provide any additional relevant information to support your application. Please note that this is a non-scoring question.

Knowledge & Skills
Essential

• A specialist knowledge and experience in maternal mental health.
• In depth knowledge of maternity services
• Utilise research to inform practice
• Knowledge of National and local Maternity Agendas
• High level of personal motivation. To be able to organise and prioritise workload to meet the service need and short- and long-term deadlines
• Proven leaderships skills

Desirable

• Experience of undertaking clinical audit
• Safeguarding knowledge & how PMH may link
• Ability to work collaboratively and strategically
• Evidence of delivering high quality teaching to staff groups

Experience
Essential

• Significant UK midwifery experience
• Experience in all areas of midwifery with an excellent clinical record
• Previous experience of working with maternal perinatal mental health
• Evidence of involvement with service development
• Experience in supporting and implementing National Maternity agendas

Desirable

• Evidence of multiagency working
• Experience of operational maternity management

Specific Job Requirements
Essential

• Driver's licence and access to a car with the ability to travel to offsite meetings
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ability to deal with highly sensitive and complex information
• Flexibility and willingness senior midwifery team.
• Ability to prioritise workload and work independently
• Ability to deal with difficult situations
• Basic computer literacy
• Able to partake in a 24/7 senior on call rota as part of the wider

Desirable

• Knowledge of the Mental Capacity Act 2005

Other Role Requirements
Essential

• Please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification for further role requirements.

Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Apply through our website).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Apply through our website).

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details
Employer name
East Cheshire NHS Trust

Address
Macclesfield District
General Hospital
Victoria Road, Macclesfield
SK10 3BL
United Kingdom

Employer's website
Apply through our website

Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
Deputy Head of Midwifery
Mandy Jones
Mandy.Jones25@nhs.net
01625661150