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Midwife/General Obstetric Sonographer - Huntingdon/Peterborough
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust View all jobs
Posted 23 day(s) ago
Reference: 176-Mat-7988731-B
Job summary
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust is seeking an experienced and motivated Band 7 Midwife/General Obstetric Sonographer to join our expanding Maternity Ultrasound Service. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a modern, well-equipped District General Hospital in the multicultural and rapidly growing city of Peterborough.
The role includes cross-site working at Hinchingbrooke Hospital, with the additional unique opportunity to be part of shaping services ahead of the new multi-million-pound, state-of-the-art hospital planned to begin construction in 2027-2028.
We are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated, and proactive clinician with excellent communication skills and a passion for delivering safe, compassionate maternity care. You will be capable of working both independently and as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team. Your drive and positive approach will play a key role in the continued development of our service.
*Please Note the advert may close sooner than the date advertised due to levels of interest, closing of the advert will happen with no notice*
Main duties of the job
- Deliver high-quality obstetric ultrasound services across all stages of pregnancy.
- Undertake routine, anomaly, and specialist scanning, with development opportunities in multiple pregnancy and complex obstetric scanning in accordance with guidelines set out by the Fetal Anomaly Screening Programme.
- Work collaboratively with obstetric, fetal medicine, and maternity colleagues to support safe and effective clinical pathways.
- Provide clinical leadership, support, and mentorship to midwifery and sonography staff.
- Contribute to service development and quality improvement across both Peterborough and Hinchingbrooke sites.
- Maintain accurate records and uphold the highest standards of professionalism, safety, and patient care.
About us
We are committed to supporting colleagues through organisational change. Priority will be given to staff at risk within North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust and Cambridgeshire & Peterborough Integrated Care Board.
Details
Date posted
10 September 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 7
Salary
£49,387 to £56,515 a year per annum pro-rata
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Part-time, Flexible working, Compressed hours
Reference number
176-Mat-7988731-B
Job locations
Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Peterborough City Hospital
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see the attached job description which gives full details of the role. Alternatively call to arrange an informal visit to meet the team.
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Postgraduate Diploma/ Certificate in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree Level Education
- NT accreditation
Knowledge
Essential
- Must show evidence of CPD in ultrasound and ensure their practice is evidence based
- Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey
Experience
Essential
- Must have the relevant skills, knowledge and experience in the full range of required US examinations with demonstration of competent reporting skills in 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester
- TV experience
Desirable
- Experience of Fetal Doppler assessment
- Evidence of attendance on a counselling / breaking bad news course
- Experience of using GAP pathways
- Experience of early pregnancy scanning
Key Skills
Essential
- Independent reporting of scan findings
- Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal
- Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment
Person Specification
Education & Qualifications
Essential
- Registered Midwife
- Postgraduate Diploma/ Certificate in Medical Ultrasound or equivalent
Desirable
- Degree Level Education
- NT accreditation
Knowledge
Essential
- Must show evidence of CPD in ultrasound and ensure their practice is evidence based
- Keen to support the Maternity Services Strategy, with particular regard to the quality of the patient journey
Experience
Essential
- Must have the relevant skills, knowledge and experience in the full range of required US examinations with demonstration of competent reporting skills in 1st, 2nd and 3rd trimester
- TV experience
Desirable
- Experience of Fetal Doppler assessment
- Evidence of attendance on a counselling / breaking bad news course
- Experience of using GAP pathways
- Experience of early pregnancy scanning
Key Skills
Essential
- Independent reporting of scan findings
- Excellent communication skills: written/oral/non-verbal
- Able to work as part of a small team in a potentially high pressured and emotive environment
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
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
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Peterborough City Hospital
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
North West Anglia NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Hinchingbrooke Hospital and Peterborough City Hospital
Huntingdon
PE29 6NT
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.nwangliaft.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)