Be part of a team that delivers more

If you're looking for an exciting new midwifery opportunity, you're in the right place. We’re looking for both experienced and newly qualified midwives to join our teams in our acute hospitals at Durham and Darlington and within the community setting.

We are looking for dedicated, caring and skilled professionals who are passionate about giving women and birthing people the best care throughout their pregnancy, during their delivery and after their baby is born.

As a UNICEF accredited Trust, we are constantly improving outcomes for mums, birthing people and babies, and we are committed to providing women, birthing people and their families with choices and quality care to ensure safer deliveries.

We are a growing and diverse team, with health professionals from across the world choosing to bring their skills and knowledge to our maternity departments. These include a growing number of internationally trained midwives who we have supported throughout their transition to the UK. 

Working as part of our midwifery team, you will have a rewarding and varied role with plenty of chances to develop new skills and knowledge. By joining us you will be a part of a life-changing career, and you can look forward to:

•    A positive and supportive environment
•    Flexible working
•    The opportunity to work in a hospital and community setting
•    Making a bigger difference to your patients
•    Manageable case loads
•    A preceptorship/mentoring programme
•    Training and development including progression to specialist roles

Hear from some of our midwives about why you should choose midwifery at #TeamCDDFT.
Hear from some of our midwives about why they enjoy working for us.
Being a community midwife at #TeamCDDFT.
Parents across County Durham and Darlington thank our midwives

Ready to help us deliver more?

Are you passionate about improving care for mothers, babies, and families in County Durham and Darlington? We are seeking a current or recent user of our Maternity or Neonatal services to work alongside our Maternity and Neonatal Voices Partnership (MNVP) lead.

This role offers a unique opportunity to represent the voices of families, fostering collaboration and driving improvements in our services. If you are committed to creating positive change and engaging with diverse communities, we would love to hear from you. To apply please complete the application form on NHS Jobs.

We are searching for committed dynamic and enthusiastic newly qualified midwives to join our team. To find out more and to apply please complete the application form on NHS Jobs. If you would like to have an informal chat about joining our Maternity team, please contact our Recruitment and Retention Lead, Lucy Taylor by email: Lucy.taylor80@nhs.net or telephone: 01325 743449.