As a team we are working hard to ensure we put women and families at the heart of everything we do. We are on an exciting improvement journey and can offer you a rewarding, flexible and supportive role providing a full range of midwifery care.

Thepostholderwillberesponsibleforidentifyingapplicablecases to review, coordinating and managing the PMRT (Perinatal Mortality Review Tool) Review process.They will workcloselyandcollaborativelywiththebereavementteam and wider governanceteamto ensure effective communicationsystemsareinplaceandto ensureexcellent standards of care and compliance with national and localstandards.

A key component of this role is for the practitioner to work competently at an enhanced practice level providing care aligned to the four pillars of advanced practice.

We offer a full package of benefits, includinga car lease scheme; on-site childcare;generous annual leave in line with NHS terms and conditions;high street and public transport discounts; a 24/7staff support service - and the little things that make life easier, like on-site Amazon lockers and fresh fruit and veg stalls.

They will manage discrete aspects of a patient’s care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team, within their current level of practice and patient group, aligned to the four pillars of advanced practice and aligned to Trust policy, ‘Enhanced, Advanced and Consultant Level Practice- Nurses, Midwives and Allied Health Professionals (AHPs).’

• Clinical Practice

• Leadership

• Facilitating Learning

• Evidence, Research and Development






The postholder will contribute to quality improvement in nursing/midwifery/AHP practice to improve the quality of care to patients.

The post holder will be responsible for identifying applicable cases to review, coordinating and managing the PMRT (Perinatal Mortality Review Tool) Review process.They will work closely andcollaborativelywiththebereavementteamandwidergovernanceteamtoensureeffectivecommunicationsystemsareinplaceandtoensureexcellentstandardsofcareandcompliancewithnationalandlocalstandards.

We are one of the largest hospital trusts in England, with five hospitals and community clinics serving a local population of around 800,000 people. Our vision is 'great healthcare from great people'. Everything we do is guided by our values: 'People feel cared for, safe, respected and confident that we are making a difference’. We have a new way of working at East Kent Hospitals, called 'We care'. It's about empowering frontline staff to lead improvements day-to-day. We're looking for compassionate people to be part of our improvement journey for the patients, families and carers we care for every day.
• Communicate sensitively and inclusively with families who have experienced loss, keeping them informed throughout the PMRT process.

· WorkalongsidetheBereavementMidwifetosupport listening tothefamily’svoiceand ensure it is represented at each Perinatal Mortality Review.

· Facilitatethedesign,productionandprioritisationofanyactionplansandworkprogrammesto ensure learning and improvement

· Workcloselywiththematernitygovernanceteamandthespecialistbereavementmidwifeto support and facilitate the PMRT process

· Leadonthecompletemanagementofeachcasewhichfitsthecriteriafor PMRT

· Ensure maintenance of and compliance with PRMT recommendations.

· Collateandpresentcomprehensivetimelinesofeventstobeusedtoreviewindividualcases

· Manageyourowntimeeffectivelyandbeabletoprioritisetomeetdeadlines

· LeadthemonthlyPMRTMeetings,ensuringaquoratemeetingofbothinternalandexternalreviewers.

· TakepartinexternalPMRTreviewsfortrustswithintheLMNS.

· TosupportthePMRTprocessinlinewiththeNationalrecommendationsandtheTrustRisk management Strategy

· Monthly reporting to the care group clinical governance meeting and QuarterlyPMRTReportingtothe Maternity and Neonatal Board

· Lead on standards for compliance for CNST Safety Action 1

· Work cohesivelywiththeConsultantPMRTLead

· Reportontheoutcomesandimprovementsoftheprocess

· ExternalsurveillancereportingtoMBRRACE via SPEN

· SupportMDTtrainingrelatingtoPMRTandlearningoutcomesLeadonthecomplete managementofeachcasewhichfits thecriteriaofPMRTandthemaintenanceofand compliance with the PRMT recommendations.

· Leadthedivisionalteamindevelopingaplannedprogrammeofworktoachievethe recommendations, including formulating and updating of project plans

· Workwithmanagersandstaffinthecaregrouptoeffectivelyidentifyandmanageriskin relation to findings from PMRT and/or external reviews.

· Leadinthedevelopmentofpolicies,proceduresandguidelinesrelatedtoPRMTinlinewith national recommendations and ensuring they follow the correct procedure for ratification.

· Actasaresourceforallprofessionals,andoutsideagenciesinrespectofconcernsandqueries related to perinatal mortality and/or reviews by external agencies.

· Tosupportandimplementcurrentnationalpoliciesorguidanceinrelationtoperinatal mortality reviews

· As part of all specialist roles there will be a requirement to work clinically to meet the needs of the service.




Leadership

· Provide credible role modelling and expertise to nurses/midwives/AHPs in relation to PMRT

· Work collaboratively to support delivery of nursing/ maternity /AHP strategy.

· Actively involves others in communications between patients, their families and the multi-professional team, supporting excellent communication at all times.

· Work collaboratively with patient forums and multi-disciplinary team to develop practice to meet the needs of the local population and support the strategic direction of the service.

· Is actively involved in monitoring standards of care and feedback from patients, their families and carers.

· Acts as a nursing/midwifery/AHP advocate and provides expert advice to patients, families and carers.

· Utilises evidence based clinical practice contributing to service development and pathways of care.



Personal / Professional Development
• Update and extend knowledge and skills in order to develop professionally
• Accept responsibility for own professional development and updating, including annual mandatory updating
• Maintain professional / clinical competence
• Take responsibility for ensuring that own annual appraisal is performed
• Participate in relevant training, as required
• Develop own leadership / managerial skills to ensure an evidence based, dynamic and innovative approach to Perinatal Mortality Reviews



Professional responsibilities

· Comply with NMC standards of professional practice / conduct

· Comply with standard requirements for revalidation and maintaining active professional registration

· To act as an ambassador for the Trust in professional and public settings

· Work within locally agreed policies and procedures

· Participate in the development of clinical governance initiatives in conjunction with the Line manager and monitor implementation and performance

· Work within the philosophies / guidelines of current professional documents / reports, plus any future initiatives

Training and education

· Identify training needs, develop and participate in the training of midwives, obstetricians and support staff. On occasion participating in multi-professional training for health visitors, GPs and other agencies if required

· Participate in the preceptorship period for new / newly qualified staff

· Facilitate a conducive environment for all learners e.g. students, midwifery colleagues



Competencies

· Disseminate knowledge and use to support colleagues and to inform service development

· Demonstrate excellent communication skills

· Develop excellent leadership skills

Audit

· Contribute to the audit process, enabling the achievement of quality standards within the clinical area.

· Collate, analyse and report on information related to improving and upholding patient safety. Use to highlight service gaps and make recommendations for improvements

· Audit compliance with guidelines related to patient safety, ensuring that full audit cycle is completed

· Contribute to the development of clinical policies and guidelines

Clinical

· Maintain competence in clinical midwifery skills

Contribute to the development of multiagency plans of care




This advert closes on Tuesday 3 Feb 2026